Help, I feel my anxiety is getting worse?!

[Marc0133]

I've recently had a nasty day dealing with my anxiety. I had been reading philosophy stuff on the internet and its done nothing but increase my anxiety, to the point where I legitimately thought I was going to have a heart attack yesterday! I got over it but I'm still getting moments like this. It feels like anxiety is getting worse. I don't want it to get any worse and kill me! I know that is unlikely to happen but anxiety is making me feel it will happen! I have thoughts of ending up in hospital and possibly dying and it only increases the fears more! If anyone can give me advice, that would be great, thanks!

[SuZQ154]

Glad you are posting! Reaching out is often the first step to overcoming anxiety. I understand your feelings. In the past, when I have read New Age philosophy, it has caused me to be more anxious and more confused about my anxiety. I try to steer clear of that now. When I read Christian literature and the Bible, I find much more relief and guidance. Have you read "Anxious for Nothing"? You might want to check it out. bit.ly/2Uck5Z4 It gives wise advice on how to overcome our anxiety. Hope this helps!

[JAYnLA]

Keep this fact in mind: ANXIETY CANNOT KILL YOU. I have to repeat this to myself often.