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Posted 1/27/2015 1:25 AM (GMT 0)
So my boyfriend just said something that kind of makes sense and I've been thinking myself...my anxiety/chest pain seems to manifest at it's worst after something happens. For example, after my grandfather passed away my anxiety was sky high. This past weekend my family cat passed away and my anxiety showed up after being fine for the past month.

Of course my obsession with my heart is at an all time high again. I'm literally just sitting on the couch and start feeling these spasms in my chest, my back is so tense too. I don't know if I should take an aspirin or a chill pill.

Post Edited By Moderator (Scaredy Cat) : 1/26/2015 8:04:12 PM (GMT-7)

Posted 1/27/2015 2:20 AM (GMT 0)
I've come to except that my chest pains comes and goes when my anxiety sky rockets. I'll be stressed about something, then my chest will start hurting later on. I won't associate the two and then because of the chest pain I'll get even more anxious, it's a vicious cycle.
Posted 1/27/2015 2:59 AM (GMT 0)
AG,

I am sorry to hear of you losses recently. Naturally our anxiety, and therefore symptoms increase in times of sadness and stress.

Identifying triggers is a big step...as is finding what coping skills relieve anxiety best for you.

Sending thoughts and prayers for peace and healing.

S.C.
Posted 1/27/2015 4:19 AM (GMT 0)
I have a bean bag thing I put in the microwave and put it behind my neck and relax my shoulders and tell the anxiety to "roll off" . It sounds crazy but it really helps me. Might give it a try? Hope you feel better!
Posted 1/27/2015 9:39 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Sorry to hear of your losses as SC mentioned our anxiety can increase in times of stress and sadness so will done for identifying one of your triggers that is an important step.

Have a look at our resources thread for some links to self help guides so you can build on you coping skills and self help.

Keep posting here we are here for you.

Hibee
Posted 1/27/2015 5:33 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for your kind words and support.

Jennings, I totally agree with you it is a vicious cycle, one which I need to learn to break.

Richard, I've used those in the past but never to help with anxiety...I'll try it, thanks for the suggestion.
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