How to stop worrying about little things.

[Tobert2024]

I feel like I am fighting a panic attack all day long. And obcess about everything. Does anyone have any suggestions?

[Redtennis128]

I have similar issues and sympathize! I have found the combination of a good Cognitive Behavioral therapist and medication help greatly. Some refer to this as the gold standard. I've been taught that we can't think our way out of it but rather we need work hard at doing normal activities even if you don't want to. Avoidance is our enemy!

[Redtennis128]

I have similar issues and sympathize! I have found the combination of a good Cognitive Behavioral therapist and medication help greatly. Some refer to this as the gold standard. I've been taught that we can't think our way out of it but rather we need work hard at doing normal activities even if you don't want to. Avoidance is our enemy!

Sorry - i'm new at this and posted my response in the wrong place initially !

[DogsR00L]

I also can sympathize with you here. I am someone that overthinks and obsesses about a lot of things as well. It helps me to remember that these feelings & thoughts are temporary - I can & will overcome them. Maybe try some breathing exercises - like box breathing. Hold your hand out in front of you and as you are inhaling & exhaling, you are drawing a box. Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 4 counts, repeat. Remember that you have overcome this feeling many time & you will overcome the current feeling, too. You are not alone!

[gajh]

Hello and Welcome. Are you trying to do things to distract yourself? Anything that you can get your mind absorb in?

[Downinil]

Hi Tobert…! Sorry you are struggling with this. I’ve found that in addition to therapy, guided meditation helps. I’ve heard acceptance of the discomfort is the first step.