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Ive put a timer on the lights in my living room and they come on when dusk is near. I have to change it when the time changes, it really helps with the anxiety at sundown....
I have this as well and I don't take my Zoloft at this time of day, I think Larry is right with the sun down idea. It sounds very odd but it's a real thing. Have you considered this?...
I have had this before as well. It was just an intestinal bug and went away after a few days. Mine was even making really weird gurgling noises for days. Worrying about it will just make it linger,...
Great job getting out today! I know it's difficult, but try to focus on that accomplishment and not on the heart flutter tonight. Just think of how many times you had that same heart flutter and...
I can totally relate to you. Especially the staying close to home "just in case" but in case of what?!? I don't have an answer but wanted to let you know I understand the range of emotions the health...
Sending you love!...
I am new to Zoloft as well and have the same muscle twitching and arms falling asleep when I am sleeping or laying. I thought the arms falling asleep was just due to the way I was laying and the fact...
Yay!...
I just read a little about it and I'm going to find some tomorrow! Thanks jl!...
Not eating or staying hydrated will tend to increase anxiety. Feeling like your throat is closing up or a limp in it is a common symptom of anxiety. Since you've gone to the doctor and had an xray,...
I'm sorry to hear this Larry. I've said a special prayer for your family....
The dizzy feelings are definitely a symptom of anxiety. Try the breathing exercises and make sure when you do them you are breathing from your abdomen rather than your chest....
I can honestly tell you I understand 100%. You make progress and then it's all the more frustrating and scary when you have a setback. I too went to the school nurse and counselor. The best piece of...
My honest opinion is to just take the meds you have prescribed to you for exactly this situation. You are transitioning into a new position and anyone could feel stressed for the change. I can 100%...
deep breathing from my abdomen always helps me when I am nauseous. 8 seconds on the in breath, hold for 8 seconds, and exhale for 10.. that's what I do, anyway! Feel better!!!...
That's a great plan, and very proactive. You've inspired me to come up with my own list! I know that everyone says you can't try to push the anxiety away because "what you resist persists" but at...
I agree, shop online! Prayers to you, and to all for peace of mind and feeling "normal."...
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WW, I truly feel like I could have written each of your posts. Please know I have thought and said the EXACT things. I don't have an answer, but want you to know that I understand completely....
absolutely! I have often felt that if I didn't pay attention to my breathing or consciously breathe that my body wouldn't do it for me.. Its definitely anxiety related!!!...
You came to the right place.. There are a lot of people here that understand exactly what you are feeling. I just bought a book on overcoming health anxiety that was suggested on the resources page...
Just take it slow, a moment at a time. First, get yourself dressed, then get yourself out the door, then in the car, then to the counselor.. Don't worry ahead. Give yourself credit for taking steps...
I too will be sending love and prayers your way. <3...
I'm so glad that you got out again, and that you are realizing that this is a great step in the right direction and you deserve to celebrate and be proud of yourself!...
I love this!! Little by little you (we!) can do this!!...
yay!!!! Great for you for going and not letting the anxiety win! I understand getting overheated and that bringing on the panic.. We will fight this together! Also, Larry you always have such great...
I would highly recommend an acupuncturist. They can release the tension in the muscles and you will see results quickly. Feel better!!!...
You are not alone Ms. Jessy. I don't have any wise words of wisdom because right now I'm in the same place with health anxiety but I just wanted you to know you aren't alone. The best thing that has...
Thank you so much for your support. I guess I was putting too high of hopes for the first appointment, hoping for a miracle. I just wanted her to say "oh I've seen these a million times and you are...
Hi all, I just left my first counseling appointment and not feeling so great. My health anxiety has really taken over and being at the counselor and hearing her tell me that I have had negative...
Great to meet you Sue! No webmd or medicine side effects reading for me either. I even have a problem watching the commercials listing side effects of medicine I don't even take! Ugh... I just need...
Everything you posted is exactly right. I feel like I've done so much reading on positivity and trying to fix my thought process and not "check-in." I feel like I have all the tools and just missing...
Thank you so much for your response. I did look at the health anxiety books and ordered one of them from amazon today. I am also seeing a counselor Wednesday morning. I'm looking forward to it and...
I dont know if it's common but I have been forcing myself to yawn a lot lately so at least you know you aren't alone!...
Hello all, It is my first time posting here although Ive been reading others posts for much longer. I thought I would introduce myself and tell you a bit about me. I have struggled with anxiety for...