Thinking of my old days and friends

[WanttoEscape]

I moved from my country 16 years ago, Now always think about my brothers, sisters and my childhood friends over there making me severe anxiety that gives me fear of everything. Even thinking of eating, drinking water , closed room giving me fear. I can't stop think all these. please advise me if you know any way to come out of these anxiety. Thank you

[SCC1]

Hi WanttoEscape. I'm sorry you are having a hard time. Being away from your family and friends must be heartbreaking. Is there any way you can still keep in touch w/ them? Or maybe you can write them?

[WanttoEscape in reply to SCC1]

Hi SCC1, Thank you for your reply. Yes I can visit them and call them but still my mind doesn't accept that always saying that I'm away from them and my whole life is going to be without them. This create more fear and unable to control it.

[SCC1 in reply to WanttoEscape]

I understand how you feel. A long time ago, my mind stayed on something and couldn't process that it was not true.

What helped me, was being on meds. They helped me to see more clearly what was going on w/ some things in my life.

Something that may help, is talking to someone like a dr or therapist if these thoughts are causing a lot of anxiety for you.

[WanttoEscape in reply to SCC1]

Thank you SCC1, I'm planning to consult with therapist hope I'll come out of it. Your message gives some hope, thank you.

[SCC1 in reply to WanttoEscape]

You're welcome. Good luck!