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Posted 9/8/2012 1:31 PM (GMT 0)
Hello, as some of may know already I've dealt with anxiety for two years now, the first year I was on effexor 75mg and it was great as my anxiety was gone and thought I was ready to be without meds. After a few months my anxiety came back and this time worse, I am on therapy im back on effexor but half of it and altough it has helped, lately my anxiety has gotten worse. I have an aunt who suffers from a mental illness not sure what it is but ever since my brother suggested me that I might have that, I ve been worrying all the time, Im scared to death just to think that I might have it...my husband gets desperate with me because he says its all in my head. I just want to feel the same again, being able to enjoy life without this worry, fear that there is something wrong with me...
Posted 9/8/2012 2:28 PM (GMT 0)
cln777,

You are allright...just overwhelmed at the moment...and who wouldn't be? Anxiety can absolutely wear us out. Not only are the symptoms alone an issue, but then our various fears take up even more energy, and before you know it, you can end up feeling wrung out!

Fear of a serious mental illness is so common with anxiety...as is fear of being physically ill. It makes sense, since anxiety affects all parts of us, making us feel unwell all around!

Keep working with your theapy, and with your breathing and relaxation exercises everyday. Try to stay busy with the things that you enjoy, and at the same time, get adequated rest...it is about balance.

Stay focused on your recovery, not on the anxiety. There is hope and you are doing all the right things...it just takes time. You did it before, and you can again!:)

Keep up the good work, and keep posting...we are cheering you on!

S.C.
Posted 9/8/2012 3:15 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you so much scaredy..I have to tell you once again that this forum has helped me tremendously and you scaredy ...you are my inspiration when I think about recovery...because you have done it..I have done it too...right now I am still under stress...I mean I started a new job a couple of  months ago and altough is what I study for...it's been stressful the change and also some other problems...I will continue posting and doing my therapy as well as enjoying life...I am also thinking about yoga ...

Posted 9/8/2012 3:51 PM (GMT 0)
cln, i totally know the feeling of wanting my life back. i've been struggling with those same feelings for about a year. a diagnosis of mental illness like anxiety is definitely life changing, but it doesn't mean your life is over!

did you know that september is national recovery month in the US? recovery month celebrates people who gave overcome and are working to overcome mental health and other behavioral health issues. it really helps me to look at my anxiety from a recovery perspective -- recovery IS possible, and your life CAN be fulfilling. maybe there is a recovery group in your area that you could get involved in -- i know it helps me to feel less alone in my struggles, especially when my family members who don't have mental health issues don't understand. or maybe it might help to check out some recovery resources. i know that believing i CAN get better motivates me to WORK to get better, so i WILL get better! there are some resources here that you can check out: http://recoverymonth.gov/

don't give up...you can do this. :)
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