Hello again...

[duchess1226]

Hey friends, its been a while since I posted but...here we go. I have been really doing great with the physical manifestations of my anxiety, but here we are, just days before my menstrual cycle and the symptoms hit fever pitch. (I understand its the hormones) I am having those familiar chest pains and palpitations like you cannot believe and I was so close to going to the ER, but I stopped and came here and read...I thank all of you for sharing your struggles as it helps all of us. I hate that I cannot knock this feeling, my thoughts will not let me just say "just anxiety, not your heart" and its crazy. I even re-read my report from the cardiologist that says I am fine. I never knew anxiety could be so rough...some days. Trying to keep my head up because I know this too shall pass.

[Ashlyxo]

I am really practicing telling myself that it is just anxiety! Its so hard sometimes when the pressure and pain is so bad. Today I felt so incredibly off in the grocery store, like the floor was moving, I couldn't focus and my throat felt tight.. I kept trying to tell myself it was just anxiety but it was so hard to fight. Now that I am home, I feel better. It is really hard to remember that anxiety and stress can cause such intense physical symptoms. Keep your head up!

[duchess1226 in reply to Ashlyxo]

I know what you mean!! I cannot wait to get home, but then sometimes being alone and having time to think is worse...lol Thank you for your kind words.