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I've had anxiety for 8 months

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staypositive124
staypositive124

Almost every single day is boring for me. I think about suicide and my anxiety goes up and down. I'm quieter than I was before my anxiety. I take paracetamol every day to help get rid of my headaches from anxiety and there is still a anxiety feeling in my stomach. I'm exhausted almost every single day too and I sometimes have a loss of appetite and I think I may be depressed. I get anxiety over nothing. I have had anxiety since Jan. 2022. I think about death every day and I think I'm dying.

Thanks.

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  • jan34534
    jan34534 staypositive124

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    you’re not dying and life is definitely worth living. You need some support right now for the depression.

    i’m really sorry you are going through this and I know exactly how depression And anxiety feels. I also get anxiety popping up out of nowhere. But I’m not going to let it defeat me because there’s too much life to live.

    I would say first of all find yourself a counselor because it’s too difficult trying to learn how to manage it on your own. I look forward to my virtual counseling sessions. She gives me ideas that I had not thought of on my own. i’m starting to put into practice what she is suggesting. Taking one day at a time only and not looking into the future which actually doesn’t exist yet. That’s why one day at a time works best. Of course there are better days than others but you have to keep plugging along. But definitely get support!

    you I have to be careful of what you are thinking . when we have anxiety and depression, there are thoughts that can come about that are completely false and not based on fact or reality. Be careful that you don’t buy into them.

    If finances are an issue for counseling, , there are many places that offer free or very low cost counseling . Some of those would be churches, the city or state programs if you live in the US you can check your particular city, state, community center, etc.

    the important thing is to take baby steps which will add up to help you feel whole and find joy in life! for example, tomorrow morning you could get up, get outside and take a short walk taking in the sun, nature, etc. EVEN if you don’t feel like it. Do it anyway. this is something the counselor can help you with.

    you said every day is boring for you but it doesn’t have to be. I’ve been through the same thing and I had to push myself every single day. Eventually things start feeling better.

    YOU can call 988 24 hours a day seven days a week if you really need to talk to somebody right away. It’s confidential and they can provide resources for you also. This is in the US .

    You also may or may not need medication to help you but that’s up to the doctor. hope this helps a little bit!

    Be a fighter for yourself! You are stronger than you think. ❤

    • staypositive124
      staypositive124 jan34534

      Posted

      Thank you very much for your kind words and your help! I will take one day at a time. I have started drinking between 4-6 glasses of water a day and that helps me with my headaches. Thanks for your help.

  • sasical72
    sasical72 staypositive124

    Posted

    Hello,

    I'm sorry you are feeling this way, it really does sound as if you might be depressed, I would recommend you go to the doctor as soon as possible to get some help with this.

    There are medications options that are very helpful. And one thing that you must remember is that even though you might feel you will be like this forever YOU WILL NOT STAY FEELING LIKE THIS FOREVER.

    I have been through a couple of periods like that in my life and the come out of them and gone on to be perfectly happy.

    I hope you get help and feel better soon!

    • staypositive124
      staypositive124 sasical72

      Posted

      That's alright. I will talk to the doctor tomorrow to help me. I have brought chamomile tea today to help me with my anxiety and depression.

      Thanks for your help!

  • malleelel
    malleelel staypositive124

    Posted

    i feel you!i know how it feels.😪 i struggle sad and lonely when its rainy season.but to be honest w/u i have a complete family i have son and daughter they are my strenth and i love them so much.but ive been struggling this feeling of hopeless.thats the big question in my mind that..why do i feel like this?i didnt think anything to make me sad...i know we need to be strong. thats why prayer is needed.and have faith in it.🙏🙏

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