Struggle town to the max

Hey everyone,

really feeling it this week!! struggling big time with physical sensations and then general panic and anxiety im at my wits end... i keep getting those feelings of dread and like something bad is going to happen like im going to lose control of my body or im going to forget how to talk or walk, my face keeps getting tight on and off, my arms are sore, my mouth gets so dry and so does my tongue. Just really crazy stuff like that. I've been reading my 'Dare' by Barry Mcdonagh but i feel too far gone for anything to actually sink in. So sick of always having to remind myself to be calm i just wish i was i cant even drive without panicking im so over it. I keep telling myself its just a rough patch but i just feel like it's never going to end. I think i'm at the point where i feel i need meds because i feel so robbed of my life majority of the time. I finally did make a psychologist appt for the 5th of september, hopefully she can help me.

Sorry for the rambles just feeling so alone and scared

Tania
xx

GR,

I am sorry that you are struggling atm. I understand how this feels. :/

The good news is that you are being pro-active and have an upcoming appointment which will help give you direction, a plan and some hope!

I encourage you to continue with your work using the coping skills everyday...striving to keep going with your existing ones, and to learn new ones as well! The more you have in your tool box the better.

Keep us updated as well. We understand and will be here to cheer you on and keep your encouraged and motivated.

There is help and hope and you are on your way. You can do this...and things ARE going to change for the better my friend!

S.C.

GR,

I have had paresthesia in my extremities before. It is often caused by anxious breathing, and can be relieved with proper breathing exercises. See our Resources for more info on techniques if you need instructions.

Here is a list of symptoms from that Resources page. It is vast, and anxiety symptoms can be profound. Give it a look...

List of Anxiety Symptoms
www.anxietycentre.com/anxiety-symptoms.shtml#symptomslist

S.C.