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Posted 12/19/2016 6:18 PM (GMT 0)
Hi,

it has been a while since I posted... I have been visiting my parents, working etc. Now that the holidays are almost here, I am feeling so tired and anxious...

My anxiety makes me feel like I am going to die. My back hurts, my upper stomach and chest also.. it is a mess.

My friend just called me to let me know that her sister had a heart attack, she is okay but this really made me feel sick and I feel like I am getting one too... which does not make any sense but it is how I feel.

Do you have more anxiety when you receive news like this?

Thanks!
Posted 12/19/2016 7:20 PM (GMT 0)
Hi anxietyKelller
Sorry that this has surfaced for you...
Yes i can relate to that , especially if its someone you know or is similar in age... If anxiety is playing with my mind it gets worse when hearing news like that.
But when i am good i dont have the same reaction.... But that is my health anxiety that does it to me..

Can you use any coping tools that could help you through this challenging time?
Look after yourself try getting some rest , eat well and stay hydrated and give yourself some good TLC.

I hope things pick up soon for you

Sending you support and encouragement xx
Posted 12/19/2016 9:02 PM (GMT 0)
The holidays are so hard sometimes. This year I feel so sad. Yes when I hear news like that it makes me feel afraid and anxious. I hope you feel better soon and can get a handle on this.
Posted 12/19/2016 9:38 PM (GMT 0)
We lost my mother in law two years ago very suddenly. In the back of my mind I think she was sick and never told anyone, so to us it was a shock. She loved Christmas so every year around this time it brings it all flooding back.

I totally understand how you feel, especially when its someone your own age. I wish I had some advice but this is all new to me. Just know you are not alone!
Posted 12/19/2016 11:54 PM (GMT 0)
Man, if I had a dollar for everytime someone else was sick and I started immediately experiencing the same "symptoms." You're totally not alone in this.

What's really helped me is the quote: Sensations do not mean symptoms.

What can feel weird, and off, doesn't mean its weird and off because something terrible is happening.
Posted 12/20/2016 1:54 AM (GMT 0)
Hi AK and welcome back!

Although I am sorry to hear of your current concern. It is really easy to get worried when we hear of tragedy/health issues that hit close to home.

Here is an illustration that really helped me to not identify with every story that came my way.

If a friend, or friend if a friend won the lottery...would you automatically assume you were going to be next? Quit your job...shop for mansions and a yacht...book lavish vacations? Of course not...because that's not likely to happen to you , just because it happened to them...

You see where this is going.;)

Use your positive/rational thinking and mantras...as well as other coping skills to get you through this challenge.

...and I hope you have a joyful and stress free as possible holiday! smile

Peace and progress,

S.C.
Posted 12/21/2016 10:07 PM (GMT 0)
Yes yes yes to all of it !! I always find the holidays really stressful and it does seem like bad crap happens sad. I'm right with you. I totally freak when I hear stories like that
Posted 12/29/2016 5:15 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you guys. I guess it is a little easier knowing that I am not the only one feeling this way. It is so hard to explain to others because for them it just does not make any sense at all. This is so frustrating not being able to feel just normal and relaxed.
Posted 12/29/2016 5:18 PM (GMT 0)
Anx
It is very frustrating your right ...njust to feel right and relaxed .. bliss

Hope everuthing settles soon x
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