It went scary again

[winternight]

I was happy since few days, like everything is getting better. And then suddenly something happens again, I get to face it again.. and my feelings take a 360 degree turn in a second. That fear, anxiety, past thoughts, dropped on me all at once. And I am not able to make myself feel better since then, since last night, I don't want to wake up. I want to cry, and feel extremely lonely. I am scared right now. I need someone. I have to pretend at home, can't share anything with them. The day seems so long, and dark, and I am unable to do any task.

[Konablast]

Hi winternight,

I'm so sorry to hear about your anxiety. I have been experiencing something similar lately. I have been suffering from anxiety and panic and I'll be ok and happy one minute and then it suddenly comes back for no apparent reason. Panic and fear and anxiety all rolled into one.

For me, I think it's being unable to let go of control over things I can't control in the first place, such as happiness, loved ones etc. I have been practicing mindfulness meditation and it has helped me for sure. It's a slow process but I know sticking with it will be very beneficial in the long run. Is this something you have considered, or tried?

Do you think you can pinpoint something which triggers your anxiety in general?

[winternight in reply to Konablast]

This might be exactly what's been happening to me too. It gets so tiring, worrisome and restless. I do know what all triggers my anxiety but I can't do anything about that. Yeah I have thought about mindfulness meditation. Do you have any tips regarding how you do it. Also, don't worry, you're not alone, I will be here for you. Keep sharing

[Konablast in reply to winternight]

I use the app Headspace, it is a paid app, but it's very good. Hopefully you can use it in your country , it is guided meditation.I have a 30 day free trial if you are interested in giving it a try:

headspace.com/referral/z6jb...

It can be very difficult at the start, but if you stick with it, you start to see results.

Here is a short YouTube video from the creator of the headspace app talking about anxiety and meditation:

youtu.be/XFhg4ftvZrU?si=r7c...(Not working as expected?)

He is very good and spent 10 years training as a monk in Burma and Tibet.

Let me know what you think.

[winternight in reply to Konablast]

Thankyou. I will try this and I am aware about headspace. It's a great app. I used it to write analysis as an intern two years ago.

[SelfSoothe]

I understand exactly how you are feeling. I do hope that you’re feeling a little better tonight?

[winternight in reply to SelfSoothe]

It goes up and down, and I keep consoling myself and cheer myself up though as of now that isn't happening

[SelfSoothe in reply to winternight]

I completely understand and agree! All we can do for now is be kind and patient with ourselves. Hope you feel better soon 🙏🤞

[winternight in reply to SelfSoothe]

Thankyou. I hope you do too