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Posted 9/16/2012 4:52 PM (GMT 0)
Anxiety is playing up today. I struggled with getting back to work at the beginning of term but the second week has been better. Both weeks I've been totally exhausted by the weekend but at least I made it through. Woke up this morning though feeling terrible.

I can't really say that todays anxiety is down to any one thing specifically and I've felt a backround jittery feeling most of the day since I woke up really early. Is this GAD? I notice it gets worse when I think about work though.

Not sure what specifially I'm looking for by posting this other than words of encouragement and some reassurance really.

Thanks for reading.

Posted 9/16/2012 5:37 PM (GMT 0)
I offer encouragement! You are digging for the answers as to why you feel anxious. I hope you find them and get comfort!
Posted 9/16/2012 5:58 PM (GMT 0)
Hi BT!

I think that when we are tired or worn down from starting work again for instance, that gives the symptoms a 'foot in the door' so to speak.

Anxiety is opputunistic and will take any chance it can get...so fatigue may be your culprit here!

Try to spend the day with a distracting, but restful activity so that you can end the weekend on a good note, and be ready for tomorrow.:)

Peaceful and calming thoughts going out your way...you should feel better soon!

S.C.
Posted 9/16/2012 7:52 PM (GMT 0)
BT, i certainly know that when i am overwhelmed and exhausted by work, my anxiety escalates. that's when i know i have to pace myself, reevaluate my priorities, just do what's necessary, listen to my body, and rest. i also know in those moments that i have to build in extra time for using my most helpful coping skills like meditation and guided imagery.

i hope you can find something that helps you feel rested and rejuvenated today, and i hope the term gets easier and easier for you as you move forward!
Posted 9/16/2012 8:45 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you all.

I have felt that the anxiety has improved a little since I've accepted that that's what it is and have been able to pull myself through some bad spells simply by accepting it's nothing more than anxiety a few times recently.

But today has been one of those days where I have just felt horrible all day and can't seem to pull myself out of it. Have tried just keeping myself busy doing class preperation and that has helped a bit as just knowing that everything is prepared for the week is comforting. But it means I've distanced myself from everyone though which is not so good as being alone is not so helpful. Just wish I could get rid of these episodes as it's tiring coping with these feelings sometimes.  

Anyway... rant over... working hard to try and find some positivity!!!!

Posted 9/16/2012 9:57 PM (GMT 0)
I am feeling the same way today too....mine is just bc I had tried to take Lexapro for 2 days and yesterday I almost fainted..so I am just thinking the same thing will happen again so I keep dwelling on that and it is bringing me down today...I have just decided no antidepressants for me...my body is too sensitive for the side effects that it brings out in the beginning of taking them...I am gonna get thru this with my own strength and a bite of clonozepam when I feel I need it. Hope you feel better....I think Sundays are bad days for anyone dreading the next week of challenge.
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