Anxiety

[whydoifeelthis]

I know I'm asking a lot of questions but is it normal for me to keep thinking of anxiety like I try other activities but it's always on my mind I'm always thinking am I going to have another panic attack all day just wondering of anyone else feels that way as well

[Carmel67]

I wish I could express just how much anxiety rules my every thought. Unfortunately, I have to face my triggers many times a day. I live in a constant state of dread and that leaves me depressed because I see my life before me and I can't be a part of it. I'm trapped in this iron cage of anxiety.

[boawoman]

It is certainly normal to think of things that cause fear. Anxiety is fear. I've had that happen to me too. I work very hard to not let it rule me. I acknowledge it and tell it that it will just have to wait. I give myself 5 or 10 minutes to not think about it. Then I can acknowledge it or not. I don't pretend it isn't happening, I just say"wait" ... It is my way of taking control if only for a short while. When you break the chain of adrenaline running through your body, you feel more calm and safe. Remember anxiety is fear ... false evidence appearing real. Frankly, doing dishes helps me a lot. The warm/hot water running on my hands helps a lot. Those of us with anxiety work hard to find things that help us cope. The hot water things is one of those for me. Along with positive self talk. Hang in there. People on this site have so much understanding and can offer so many helpful things.

[Aazz]

Yes that's what anxiety disorder is if it wasn't on your mind you wouldn't be anxious and have a disorder. You need to just accept your anxiety and let it be don't fight it or be afraid of it and eventually it will get better but it does take time.