How to Escape Fear of Anxiety?

pooldrops5

Regular Member

Joined : Oct 2014

Posts : 52

Posted 5/4/2016 12:46 PM (GMT 0)

Hi everyone,

Hope everyone is having a peaceful and happy morning.

So, I have been feeling a lot of relief from anxiety over the past month. Obviously, that is fantastic. Happy!

However, throughout each day I find myself nervous and still not at ease/not at peace because of the thought that I could do something at any point to spur the anxiety and panic all up again.

So it's like.....even when you're feeling good, you're anxious about it coming back at some point.

Does anyone have a solution to battle against this? I was thinking maybe attending some yoga...

Thanks!

Scaredy Cat

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Joined : Sep 2006

Posts : 28868

Posted 5/4/2016 3:22 PM (GMT 0)

Hi PD,

Yes, 'waiting for the other shoe to drop' so to speak...this is a common concern! I understand and have been there...and still am sometimes, to be sure.

It is natural to worry about going back to a place that we are happy to have left behind! However, being anxious about anxiety is counter-productive, lol! ;p

I like to use positive mantras to get me through challenging times. Not only does is give immediate relief, but combating the negative/worrisome thoughts actually brings about positive changes in brain chemistry over time.

Saying something like this could help:

"I am making progress, and will continue to do well with my anxiety management!"

"Even if I experience a little detour in my path to wellness...I am stronger than ever, and can get back on track and continue my journey and feel better than ever."

"I have the tools I need to handle anything that comes my way."

These are just a few I like...you can make up your own, or see our Resources for a great link on Affirmations/Positive Mantras!

Peace and progress,

S.C.

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