Hi, just joined this morning

[PacoDennis]

I am almost 72. I have had GAD since about 2008. I am on an anti-depressant and a small amount of clonazepam daily. I have developed Peripheral Neuropathy and have acute pain throughout the day. I am looking for a community that understands "not being happy most of the time". I worry a lot, especially about my physical conditions. Living for the present moment is what I like to do, but with the worry it is hard to stay in the present.

I have also been interested in and practice Cognitive Behavioral Techniques. Using healthy distractions, exercise, meditation, healthy food, and adequate sleep. I hope to be able to share with others what they are doing to help them through each day. There is a lot to be anxious over in our world, and you would be a little crazy if we were not anxious about our future, but we can't let it ruin our lives.

[blackcat64013]

Hi PacoDennis,Welcome to your forum.

Our online community is committed to meeting people wherever they are on their life journey.

Having lived experiences means we understand the circumstances and issues facing our members.

I love the fact that we have people of all age groups and residents around the 🌎 world.

Please feel to contribute as much as you can.

Regards 🐈‍⬛ in Australia

[Gordosmini]

I just joined too. I am 67 and have experienced anxious depression for most of my life controlled by medications but in the last year I am struggling with debilitating treatment resistant depression. I finally got an appointment with an online therapist and feel a glimmer of hope after our first meeting yesterday. She is motivating me to force myself out of my paralysis and excercise, something Ive done all my life with exception of last year. Im going to use some free breath work and meditation apps as well. I also am going to start meditating again as it helped me get through a difficult depression years ago.