People of the misc, do you get Anxiety? (poll)

[ohword]

^ Only one way to find out..

Man I'm riding this one out

[Fellowcitizen]

I know what you're going through OP, although I didn't really know I had a problem till a long way down the track. Pretty much became a recluse for a while too scared to talk to people, would not catch up with friends and shut myself off. Not a good idea as it just worsens the problem.

Running helped me a lot, and exercise in general, breathing exercises as well as muscle relaxation techniques. I cut down my caffeine intake as well so I felt less jittery and improved my diet.

It's partly a mindset thing so you have to try to eliminate stresses and work on what's causing you to feel anxious in the first place. If it's just a general anxiety then you need to work on your mindset and care a whole lot less about what people think or what an outcome of a situation might be. I think part of the reason why we get anxious is because we're far too self conscious and give things far too much thought which don't require it.

It's hard for a lot of people to understand anxiety, I've noticed but it seems like people are getting more and more aware.

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[ohword]

Just an update on me, I'm slowly getting a lot better.. I rid myself of stresses and am back on the right track

[sonimdissapoint]

sometimes i can't walk without my hands being in my pocket

[MichelleLnne]

i have it all the time....pretty much every single minute that im awake...but it feels normal now just gets worse some days

[jjrookie]

This **** tries to ruin my life I hate it..it sucks then it can bring a panic attack witch is the worst feeling ever..i refuse to use medication tho

[storm86]

life's too short to stress. live and love life

[ohword]

This **** tries to ruin my life I hate it..it sucks then it can bring a panic attack witch is the worst feeling ever..i refuse to use medication tho

Same bro I tough it out

[tinnitus85]

Just a quick question for you guys, is it usually a lot worse for you in the morning?

long time anxiety/depression sufferer here.

my anxiety is almost always worse in the morning right when i get up. i am almost paralyzed by the anxiety and intimidated by the day ahead of me.. sometimes to the point i cannot get out of bed or go to the bathroom to brush my teeth.

my anxiety improves as the day progresses.

by night time, i am the least anxious. it's like i am two different people, morning and night.

i feel confident at night yet when i wake up the next morning, i wish someone would blow my brains out because the anxiety is so miserable.

[ohword]

long time anxiety/depression sufferer here.

my anxiety is almost always worse in the morning right when i get up. i am almost paralyzed by the anxiety and intimidated by the day ahead of me.. sometimes to the point i cannot get out of bed or go to the bathroom to brush my teeth.

my anxiety improves as the day progresses.

by night time, i am the least anxious. it's like i am two different people, morning and night.

i feel confident at night yet when i wake up the next morning, i wish someone would blow my brains out because the anxiety is so miserable.

YESSSS exactly how I feel. Man I want to get rid of the depression so badly, I just want to be happy. It's not that much to ask for. At night I feel amazing, like a thousand bucks...

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[DahStoryTella]

Yes, I do get anxiety.

[LIL_WHEYne]

anxiety is all in ur fkin head its a disease for pussys

[ohword]

anxiety is all in ur fkin head its a disease for pussys

Not sure if serious... You do realize there's a chemical imbalance involved right?

[LIL_WHEYne]

LOL i had such severe anxiety when i was 17 i would puke before going to work or any social gathering (sucks puking everyday right). Panic attacks all day sjust generally fukked up. Point is I got over it no meds even joined the USMC wanna know how I MANNED UP AN GRABBED MY FUKIN BALLS AN SAID TO HELL WITH THIS PUSSY "chemical imbalance". HERES A CHEMICAL IMBALANCE, U HAVE TOO MUCH ESTROGEN *******

[ohword]

LOL i had such severe anxiety when i was 17 i would puke before going to work or any social gathering (sucks puking everyday right). Panic attacks all day sjust generally fukked up. Point is I got over it no meds even joined the USMC wanna know how I MANNED UP AN GRABBED MY FUKIN BALLS AN SAID TO HELL WITH THIS PUSSY "chemical imbalance". HERES A CHEMICAL IMBALANCE, U HAVE TOO MUCH ESTROGEN *******

Thats what I'm doing now. I went to go take a final even though I was shaking, believe me I'm no pussy. I've gotten over it before, and when I looked back at myself then I thought the same thing you're saying now. However when the feeling returns I understand why it's a long process to "get over". I see your point, but it really is a real disorder. I also never take any meds for it, and don't plan on it.

[UncleRange]

i've had anxiety for the past few years. totally ridiculous....i'm working alot on visualization, confidence building, calm breathing. Lifting helps alot, i'll try some running again after reading this thread thx

[ohword]

i've had anxiety for the past few years. totally ridiculous....i'm workinong alot on visualization, confidence building, calm breathing. Lifting helps alot, i'll try some running again after reading this thread thx

No problem

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[Suspiria321]

Never knew what anxiety was until last year. I had been doing speed (on top of being on alcoholic) for a few days straight. Finally went to sleep and when I woke up I had a horrible panic attack that lasted the whole day. I wanted to call the hospital because I thought I was dying, but I was too ****ed to get off the floor. After that I decided to quit partying, and had to go through alcohol withdrawl which never seemed to end- daily anxiety, occasional panic attacks, and horrible nightmares every time I slept. After withdrawl I got post addiction depression, which lasted up until a few months ago. Unfortunately any time I drink I have panic attacks the next day, so its totally crippled my social life. What I've found has helped a lot is lifting, getting out of the house, 5-htp and benzodiazepams if and only if Im having a panic attack. Though I still feel as though I have problems I think my situation has greatly improved.

[ohword]

Never knew what anxiety was until last year. I had been doing speed (on top of being on alcoholic) for a few days straight. Finally went to sleep and when I woke up I had a horrible panic attack that lasted the whole day. I wanted to call the hospital because I thought I was dying, but I was too ****ed to get off the floor. After that I decided to quit partying, and had to go through alcohol withdrawl which never seemed to end- daily anxiety, occasional panic attacks, and horrible nightmares every time I slept. After withdrawl I got post addiction depression, which lasted up until a few months ago. Unfortunately any time I drink I have panic attacks the next day, so its totally crippled my social life. What I've found has helped a lot is lifting, getting out of the house, 5-htp and benzodiazepams if and only if Im having a panic attack. Though I still feel as though I have problems I think my situation has greatly improved.

I know that feel bro

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Update on me, I'm feeling better. Not 100% yet, but slowly getting to that point!

[Mpemba]

Would be interested to hear your views on medication. Am off to the doctor tomorrow and feel I will be prescribed something (SSRI, I think)

[ohword]

I must say, it has been almost 2 months since it started, and anxiety free now. I did this by using the linden method, as well as other things.