New Member Looking for Help and Motivation

[silentcornball28]

Hi, new here and I'm posting this because I feel like I need to talk to someone who understands my problems. I have struggled with social anxiety for as long as I can remember and it has caused made almost all aspects of my life difficult, including my professional life. I just got fired a few days ago and I know the culprit was my anxiety holding me back from confronting people about an issue I had. Now I'm stuck job hunting again and asking myself if it's all worth it. How can I hold down any job if my anxiety will prevent me from being at the best I can possibly be? How can I convey my strengths to potential employer if I feel like I have nothing to offer to them or the world in general? This is kind of half a venting rant and half of "What do I do?" post. I (obviously) want to be able to work but, again, I feel like I'm the worst employee ever because of my anxiety. Has anyone else felt this way and what do you do to push yourself to apply to jobs?

[Deb1658]

Hi there. I'm going through the same thing. I have gone through a lot of trauma in my life and I feel so very overwhelmed. I'm taking time off right now to rest and be good to myself. I need to regroup and heal.

The first step would be to talk to your family doctor about an antidepressant and anti anxiety medication. Your doctor can also refer you to a therapist. Zoloft is a very good medication for anxiety and depression. Start at a low dose. I listen to guided meditation for anxiety on my iPad under u tube. This is super helpful!

I try to exercise every day, meditation, medication and good food. I find alcohol increases my anxiety. It affects me the next day. So try to stay away from too much alcohol and caffeine.

You're not alone. You are completely normal, you will be okay. My heart goes out to you.

Deb