To me, it sounds like you may have abandonment issues, from childhood. People with abandonment issues/ unstable childhoods / lack of security in relationships, also tend to have fear in...
I recovered from severe anxiety, without drugs. I personally do not feel comfortable taking drugs, and I believe most, if not all, people can recover from anxiety without drugs. My opinion may not be...
I think you might be identifying too much with your illness/ what u said about type d personality.... That is not the real you - that is just your weakness, which we all have one. The real you is the...
I forgot how much it was, but you're right, surely it was not cheap, lol. It was a wonderful luxury to be able to go... but I know the books will do the trick for u; all the info is in there. Keep me...
It was prob me. :) According to Ayurvedic medicine, salad is best avoided by those with a tendency toward anxiety, bec it increases Vata energy in the body. The root cause of anxiety, according to...
Oh, I forgot to mention, in terms of chakras, anxiety/panic is a First Chakra (Root Chakra) issue. I am not an expert on the root/first chakra, I am just starting to learn more about chakras myself,...
I live in NY and flew there out of sheer desperation. Anxiety was ruining my life, and I refused to take medication. I just felt strongly that I needed a different type of treatment. I felt very hurt...
"Ebola spreads by close physical contact with the bodily fluids of someone who is infected and symptomatic. But despite the threat of the Ebola crisis growing exponentially in West Africa, Americans...
My anxiety has reduced about I'd say 85% thanks to Ayurveda...... My favorite Ayurveda book is Vital Energy, by Dr. David Simon (Deepak Chopra's partner at the Chopra Center). This book will tell u...
It used to happen to me, omg, it was soooooo bad........ I highly recommend listening to some very relaxing music: Gregorian chant is amazing for panic attacks; those chanting monks saved my...
Yeah, I know what u mean.... My husband is an extremely energetic workaholic, and I'm not like that, and I do feel bad sometimes that I don't get as much done, as quickly...! (Not even close.) But,...
Usually, I kind of freak out over any potential epidemic. Last week, I was stuck on a 5 hour flight with nothing to read, so nothing to do but watch tv. I watched Ebola updates on the news for about...
One time I went thu something kinda similar..... I went for treatment for something really embarrassing, something I would normally NEVER feel like talking about out loud, to anyone....... I blurted...
Yes I agree, all those very distressing reactions you described, at least they are outward manifestations, which is a step in the right direction away from holding everything in, which is the worst...
I think you should call your therapist and ask her if you can please come in and see her today, that you need to see her in person, ASAP. Go in, and tell her everything you are feeling. If she feels...
I definitely felt "crazy" when my anxiety was at its worst, and I was really scared that I would never be anything resembling normal again.... I was scared that I would not be able to function...
I agree. I don't even like talking on the phone. Let's GET TOGETHER, and hang out in person! I am always saying that. It's so much better, more enjoyable, more valuable, and healthier. (...Ironic,...
Awww, thank you for the very sweet msg, Lisa...! :) I tried to comment on his post, but the thread had been closed, so I couldn't. So I hope he pops up here. Thank you again for the warm welcome...!...
The best person for OCD is David Shannahoff-Khalsa, in Del Mar, CA. He can give you the appropriate mantra and protocol for OCD. He has had incredible results with the treatment of this disorder. His...
Wow, u deleted your Facebook account?!? Holy crap. I didn't delete mine, but I have only logged on once in the last few months. I had mixed feelings about it, too. On the bad side: I slightly miss my...
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Hi SC :) Nope, he posted it on 9/7/2014, I just checked. I am not worried about the wierd feeling in my face and scalp; I'm pretty sure it's stress.... I was just trying to write to this guy bec his...
You may have a magnesium deficiency. There is a correlation between magnesium deficiency and those jerks, also muscle twitches and tremors....
The best food for anxiety is over-cooked onions. The onions must be VERY over-cooked. Over-cooked onions have a special quality that reduces anxiety. Other good foods for anxiety: Sweet potatoes, any...
Hi Lynne, There are other, very effective, options if you want to avoid medication. Ayurveda treats the root cause of anxiety/panic attacks, and kundalini yoga actually repairs brain function. A top...
According to Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of ancient India, anxiety is a manifestation of a Vata imbalance. It is remedied by reducing Vata energy, thru proper dietary choices and simple...
I have woken up from sleep in the middle of the night, not breathing for a second, actually physically gasping desperately for air..... I knew this was not anxiety. I ended up in the ER, getting a...
Yes, do not put q-tips in your ears, you are not supposed to. Take comfort in the fact that probably everyone has gotten shampoo in their ears at one point or another; it's very common, and not...
Omg, I know how u feel, my husband let his family move in, and my anxiety & symptoms went thru the roof.... It is soooooo hard to live w people, omg...... ESP if the ppl that moved in HATE YOU, as...
I would not take Lexapro (or any other anxiety medication). I used to have severe anxiety (several panic attacks every week, couldn't drive, couldn't get in an elevator, couldn't be alone, etc....)....
Hi Neno, I just came across your post, bec I have been experiencing a weird feeling in my face and scalp too, and was not sure if its anxiety.... (Prob is....) Your post really pulled at my heart,...