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Posted 12/25/2012 2:26 AM (GMT 0)
Hello everyone, I need to come on here to release some feelings. My aunt that I'm really close with was hospitalized Friday & after a surgical attempt today that was unsuccessful they are giving her 24 hrs. Until they feel she will pass. I'm a wreck, I feel as though I'm "not here" due to anxiety & the dream like sensation and I can't stop concentrating on it. I'm afraid I'm dreaming these moments and I'm going to wake up at some point. I feel spacey & just restless and scared. Is this anxiety? Any advise? I'm embarrassed to explain to any family for fear of them not understanding :-(
Posted 12/25/2012 6:03 AM (GMT 0)
Hi, so sorry to hear about you aunt. Pray a lot and ask God to give you the comfort you need.
Were you diagnosed with anxiety before? You might want to seek professional help.

Hope your aunt wins this battle.

Jazz
Posted 12/25/2012 7:15 AM (GMT 0)
I've never been given a diagnosis per say, but its obvious since I've been 12 I have GAD. My pcp knows about symptoms etc but I haven't taken medication due to my personal choice. I am seeing a therapist once a wk though. I relate to everything anxiety is & what it can cause (symptoms).
Posted 12/25/2012 4:45 PM (GMT 0)
Hi JPE,

Sorry to hear you are having such a hard time. It is a difficult thing to be going through, especially during the holidays (we are conditioned by everything around us that this SHOULD BE a wonderful time of happiness and perfection, but the reality is, it is just another day of life).

Your feelings of weirdness, of thinking you are dreaming and will wake up - and all that goes along with it - is definitely a form of anxiety. I have had this too and talking about it with a therapist can be very helpful.

As far as your family, perhaps you could just tell them you are very anxious. They may be able to give you comfort, without having to know all the details of your anxiety.

It's great that you have a therapist.

I hope you are able to get through this difficult time with help.

Sincerely,
Posted 12/26/2012 4:31 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you Display. My Auntie passed away this morning and it's very hard to deal with. My anxiety is up not only due to stress but also a lack of sleep. Thank you so much for the reassurance that this is in fact anxiety.
Posted 12/26/2012 6:57 PM (GMT 0)
I am so sorry to hear of you aunt's passing. My condolences to you and your family.

Please know that feeling the way that you do is normal, due to the stressful circumstances. Losing a loved one one of the most anxiety provoking events we can go through.

Give yourself time to grieve and accept this. Use your coping skills to calm yourself if you start to feel overwhelmed or panicky.

Know that we are keeping your in thought and prayer, and post anytime you need support.

S.C.
Posted 12/26/2012 10:28 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you everyone. I came to work today even though I am very emotionally sensitive still about my auntie's passing yesterday. I figured I wanted to try and disctract myself with work instead of being home dwelling on it. So far its helping. :) I have had two melt downs, one being on my way to work in the car and the other being the moment my boss asked me how I was doing. He had no idea what happened, and luckily he was very supportive and understanding and actually teared up himself. I want to give my husband praise as he is helping tremendously with just everything. Its a complete change for him to be this way! I can get used to it in a heart beat ;) Thanks to everyone on here for always helping me thru my challenging moments and days as well!!! Much love.
Posted 12/27/2012 2:27 PM (GMT 0)
Hi JPE004,

Sorry to hear about your aunt's passing.
Take it one moment at a time. We are here for you.

UA
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