Feeling so upset, and hurt

[Asif_Melton]

I am 35 years old, but because of depression and anxiety my hairs a bit white. I am look like 40 years old mybe. Some people around me call me "old man" "old man" as a joke, they enjoy when I feel hurt. It's their shameful act. They know I have anxiety and they enjoy to abuse me more. I am feeling very angry and hurt.

[litethatnevergoesout]

try to ignore them my brother Asif. I had people like that with me also, they make a sport out of ridiculing me before and getting upset gives them more joy. ignore them they are trying to find your buttons to push. in life for some reason males tend to get more attractive with age, you’re looking good till 100 don’t worry.

[blackcat64013]

Those people are really ignorant about mental health🙄 Buy a T-shirt with some anxiety sayings printed on them that reflect your experiences/feelings without having to say anything.

Me, I prefer to be kinder than necessary because I don't know what a person might be struggling with.

Take heart that you will meet someone who really gets it. 💜

[hypercat54]

The best form of defence is attack. Think up some things to say to them when they do it. Like I may be old but you are fat/skinny/tiny etc. They will soon stop.

Also avoid them when you can.

[scansnap]

There are many treatments for anxiety, which you are probably familiar with such as meditation, mindfulness, deep breathing, CBT and so forth

As far as the people who appear to be insulting you, and calling you an old person, it sounds like you are hanging out with the wrong people.

[Asif_Melton in reply to scansnap]

Thank you for your response. Yes, many negative people around me. And I using Xanax 0.25mg.

[Agora1]

My dear Asif, age is but a number, hair is but a color or no hair at all.

It's your character and reputation that counts in this world. With wisdom

and experience comes self esteem and confidence. Do not allow anyone to

take that away from you. You are in the Prime of Life, make the most of it.

Be your true self and you will never go wrong. xx

[Asif_Melton in reply to Agora1]

Dear Agora, Thanks for your response and encouraging.