Depersonalization

I have only experienced depersonalization a couple of times and only when I was sleep deprived so I am definitely not very experienced on this symptom.

What I would do in your position though, would be to try and spend time with other people as much as I can so that my mind would not focus on itself so much. You could also try to write down what you feel and acknowledge it. Resisting something unpleasant usually makes it even worse. Acknowledge your depersonalization, write down your experience with it and know that in time it will pass and that it cannot really harm you. It is a symptom of anxiety and the mind's way of coping with unusual amounts of anxiety.

Keep a gratitude journal. Before you go to bed write down 5 things you were grateful for the day. This is a way to end your day on a positive note. Wake up every morning and be thankful for another day on this planet, another day where you have the opportunity to create everything your heart's desires. Accept things as they are and do not blame yourself or life's circumstances for feeling the way you feel. Accept everything, forgive and love yourself and become proactive. Do not let your depersonalisation or your anxiety in general consume your day and your thinking.

You can also try using affirmations or just change your mind's focus to things that are pleasant. Our minds are always on thinking mode, that is a fact. So, if you find your mind is preoccupied with thinking that is not helping you, you cannot shut it down, but what you can do is change the thoughts pleasant ones.

These are some suggestions. To sum it up, accept it, do not resist, surround yourself with good people and practice gratitude. I hope these help along with the medication you are taking!

Be strong!
Alex

Thanks all! My doctor put me on Effexor extended release. I took it this am as instructed and got super sleepy. I feel hot but it’s bearable. I also feel a little loopy but I’m not sure if it’s a combo of my anxiety and the medicine. I feel nauseous as well but nothing too bad! Thank you for your suggestions! Very much needed and appreciated.