Its been 2 yrs going well, but this wk I realised Im not okay. My job I started earlier this yr has spiraled me into the familiar world of anxiety that Ive struggled with for many yrs. Today Im back on medication which I hate but know I need
This subject is talked about more now but hardly anyone says "hey that's me, I'm in that place right now" So people continue to struggle alone
I hope in sharing this others might feel its ok to admit
LazyOwl A friend recommended this book to me a while ago & I plan to read this weekend. 8y
cobwebmoth I have a panic disorder, so I have lots of ups and downs. *hugs* 8y
Laura317 It is totally ok! I've taken meds for generalized anxiety since 2001. While I wish i could function without them, it would make life for me those around me miserable. 8y
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Scurvygirl It's hard to open up like that. I live with it every day. There is plenty of support on here. 💚💚 8y
Jhullie Sounds like we are all coping with this. Just remember, it's ok to say you're not ok. 8y
PatriciaU @LazyOwl you are not alone, and it's okay to say you're not okay. ((Hugs)) 8y
CAGirlReading Thank you for sharing💙 8y
BillBlume My daughter struggles with anxiety, and more people opening up about their experience helps. For someone like me who doesn't suffer from it, silence makes it harder for others to understand and to know how to help, if they can. 8y
sprainedbrain ❤️❤️❤️ 8y
TrishB Hugs to you 💜 8y
LazyOwl @cobwebmoth @Laura317 @Scurvygirl @Jhullie @PatriciaU @BillBlume thanks so much, I wouldn't wish it on anyone, it's scary & terrifying to go through, but it's nice to know there are other people who also understand what it's like 8y
LazyOwl @CAGirlReading @sprainedbrain @TrishB thanks so much 8y
Caroline2 Thanks for sharing! I too have been battling against anxiety, this year has been my worst year yet! 😔 but I'm determined to keep getting up each day and to keep trying to get better! I hope you feel better soon! Hang on in there Hun! I can highly recommend Dare by Barry McDonagh! It helped me conquer my panic attacks and greatly reduced my overall anxiety! 👍🏻 8y
LazyOwl Thanks @Caroline2 sorry to hear your year has been a struggle. I will look up that book, thank you. Those of us that understand need to be here for each other ❤ 8y
Caroline2 Defo! I'm always here if ya wanna chat! Reasons to stay alive by Matt Haig is also a really good read! It's autobiographical; reassuring to read that even amazing authors suffer from crippling anxiety at times! 👍🏻![[tagged book]](https://image.librarything.com/pics/litsy_webpics/icon_taggedBook@3x.png)
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Reasons to Stay AliveLizpixie I've recently been put on anxiety meds myself, after two near death experiences (blood clots on my lungs twice) and my health in a major downward spiral, I found myself having panic attacks. Not fun. Having people who understand on Litsy has helped me a great deal. Just knowing that others know exactly how you feel can be a huge help. Sending love and hugs.❤️ 8y
LazyOwl @Lizpixie wow I didn't know so many people experienced panic attacks. Thanks for the love & hugs. I've never known a community where you can be so honest & receive so much acceptance rather than judgement. 8y
Sue I'm sorry to hear you're struggling, anxiety and panic attacks suck. I've had anxiety for many years now - I initially spent two years with a dr trying to find a medication that worked, but everything made me worse. I got better with psychological support (and lots of Buddhist thinking!) but it's ongoing of course. (((Hugs))) 8y
LazyOwl @sue thanks. I've been in this place before, it's kind of a roundabout for me. I usually find a combo of medication, meditation & therapy help. Thanks for the support. I'm guessing Buddhist thinking involves positive affirmation & meditation? 8y
Sue @LazyOwl yes indeed. I listen to the Against the Stream podcast, and that helped me to analyse and breakdown the anxiety thought processes in a way that CBT didn't. 8y
