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Posted 6/4/2014 1:56 PM (GMT 0)
hey everyone.

not a great day for me today. anxiety is about a 6/7 and I am nauseous. All these things are going through my head and I feel like crying.

My period is due in one week and I am torn if this is the reason. Probably not. I am better usually about practicing distraction and mindfulness when I get like this but today not working.

Just want to cry. what if this is a set back and gets worse? I dont want to be broken anymore.

Dawn confused
Posted 6/4/2014 2:45 PM (GMT 0)
Everyone has these breakthrough episodes of anxiety. Things can be going pretty well and then WHAM! It hits you. It could be PMS. I really don't think you're having a setback. Continue to distract yourself and practice your breathing. You're not broken. None of us are. We have anxiety. It doesn't define who we are. It's something we have. Stay positive. You will be fine.
Posted 6/4/2014 3:19 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Dawn - Please, know that you are not alone. I awoke with some awful anxiety today ... I did all the breathing techniques I know, and they did help some but when you know that it's just the beginning of the day it's a little disconcerting thinking of what might lie ahead. I ended up giving in to medication (Klonopin) which I did not want to do. It does help some to calm my nerves. I feel the same as you when it comes to worrying about setbacks...does somehow make you feel as if you are failing when all the techniques don't work. We need to learn that we are worthy of better, and love ourselves for who we are, NOT how we feel!

Peace, Reepin
Posted 6/4/2014 4:12 PM (GMT 0)
Morning Dawn, Everyone experiences anxiety in different ways. It is important you recognize the ways your body responds to stress so you know how to best treat anxiety. Anxiety can be chronic or acute. Acute anxiety typically results when someone faces a fearful or unexpected event, like giving a speech. Typically relaxation techniques like deep breathing and meditation are helpful for relieving short bouts of anxiety. With proper care and treatment, you can overcome anxiety and lead a happy, healthy life. Check out our resources and try a new stress reliever.  Changes is often good for us including ways we deal with our anxiety. Thinking of you, Kitt
Posted 6/4/2014 5:52 PM (GMT 0)
Dear Gizzy, I know you are concerned about the way you feel, but remember that's all it is, a feeling, you
may well be better before the day is over, but no my dear Friend you are not going backwards, you just
stumped your toe on a rock.

The other Rock will pull you forward, I will say a Prayer for you today. Peace

Larry ***
Posted 6/5/2014 4:13 AM (GMT 0)
...it's a temporary set back...it happens to us all.

You will get back on track soon GMF!

Use those coping skills all the more for the time being.

Thoughts and prayers going out your way.;)

S.C.
Posted 6/5/2014 4:11 PM (GMT 0)
We all have mini setbacks!! Most likely the culprit is hormones!!!... that darn PMS! Hang in there! You will be ok!!!
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