Anxiety no better :-(
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I am now on my 3rd week slsigned off work with anxiety, during this time I've tried to change my lifestyle and started to exercise in the hope I will feel better and won't need medication im also taking vitamins and getting sleep but I'm not feeling any better im constantly tired got weird head sensations my body feels like I'm full of butterflies with feelings of dread I just don't feel right at all...ive had to take a propanolol today to try calm myself down...Im worried I won't be able to return to work next week if this carrys on...ive been to the doctors too many times there's nothing they can do im stuck with this and it's really effecting my life I don't do half the things I enjoy doing because of it...I never get to the point of a panic attack its constant anxiety in waves. Is anyone going through the same thing that can advise me?
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jan34534 kelly23338
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yes i’ve had this same thing for a long time. There’s unfortunately no magic bullet to cure this. It’s a one day at a time thing at least for me.
anxiety can rear its ugly head whenever it wants to. We just have to find ways to manage it better.
Believe me, I know how frustrating it is. I know that feeling of just not feeling right.
Have you ever considered speaking with a counselor for some extra help? I do that once a week virtually and it just helps to vent to somebody else. She gives me suggestions on what I can do. It helps me to keep a positive outlook.
I am really sorry you are going through this and we are joined by millions and millions of other people who suffer with this.
try to take one day at a time and not overthink things. Keep yourself busy. Be kind to yourself. Practice meditation for anxiety., On YouTube. mostly take care of yourself! private message me anytime I’ve been through it for a long time.
michael01846 kelly23338
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hi @kelly23338 sorry to bear you're struggling lately. I agree with @jan34534 that talking to a counselor or therapist really does help. I have a meeting every 2 weeks and its helped me alot. Ive learnt ways of coping with certain situations better and alot of what we talk about is like @jan34534 said.......being kind to yourself.
Woody71 kelly23338
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I suffer from anxiety but mine is partly because of my thyroid.
But it's sometimes hard to tell because now i have anxiety that isn't caused by it after months of stress.
And i have panic attacks so I'm always on edge waiting for the next one.
Sometimes i feel anxious all day long. Get butterfly feeling in my chest and a tight throat.
I feel like propranalol makes me more anxious. I'm currently 3 days staying off it.
Looking for something else i can take atm to help.
All you can do is try and stay active and distracted. Watch comedies.
When you accept it's just anxiety then it's easier. But can still be scary.
Don't worry about work. I've been off a while and have no plan to go back until I'm in a better mental state.
Avoid stress as best you can.
I have to avoid online games that i used to enjoy ( really stressful:) , Films with too intense scenes, and driving if i can help it.
Maybe ask for some other tablets is an option?
ayassresearch kelly23338
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It's great that you've been trying to change your lifestyle and take care of yourself. Exercise, sleep, and a healthy diet are all important for managing anxiety. However, it's also important to be patient and give yourself time to heal. Anxiety can take a long time to go away, even with treatment.
If you're not feeling better after 3 weeks, it's important to talk to your doctor again. They may want to adjust your treatment or refer you to a therapist. There are many effective treatments for anxiety, including medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes.