drummer2k16 2 Posted October 18, 2017 so here is my short story i been suffering from anxiety since i was 24 i am now 35 and i have had every sensation and pains and it drives me crazy i can't sleep good anymore i feel that all the life change events and all the stresses in my life like school,work and my father passing away its been so hard that i dont know what to do anymore.. My girlfriend doesnt support me anymore because of how much i been complaining over the years, and one week i am ok then other week comes with senstions like right now i been feeling nausea for couple days everytime i go out either by my self or with my girlfriend i feel nausea and scared of the world and i feel alone can anyone relate thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bterflymom 155 Posted October 18, 2017 Sorry you're having such a time of it and I understand, I have it too off and on. I take medication for the anxiety but sometimes it does still overwhelm me. At times I feel a little scared of going out but there is no way I'm going to get into agoraphobia, that would be the end of me. Once I'm out I'm fine and actually when I stay in on weekends I'm more anxious at home. Try something over the counter for your stomach and if it's really bad I would suggest getting yourself checked out by a doctor. At one time I had an inflamed stomach from stress and medication took care of it. I wish you all good things. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KH84 42 Posted October 18, 2017 Have you tried going to the doctor about your anxiety? There are meds so you don't need to suffer. I understand a lot of people don't like to get on meds. I was one of those people but it gives you your life back. Even just Xanax to take the edge off. If you don't want to try meds there are plenty of natural things that help with anxiety. If able, I highly suggest therapy. That's the best thing you could do because it help so you to know how to deal with it as for your girlfriend, people who have never had to deal with this have no idea what it is like to have to deal with this. I think they think it's just feels like little nerves that non anxious people feel. They don't realize how horrible it feels. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drummer2k16 2 Posted October 18, 2017 Thank for the information guys I feel that meds just mask the problem but I am always open to natural remedies..I just wish I could just wake.up from this.nightmare and get my life back that would be the greatest feeling thanks again guys for the information Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bterflymom 155 Posted October 18, 2017 I've had the same wish for a long time and I'm thinking that this is my life now and it could be much worse. I'm 74 and have been retired for 17 years. I get bored and miss people so I try to get out of the house every day to do something which isn't easy. I take meds and that has helped me so much and you're lucky you don't have to take them. The feeling of anxiety just makes me feel worse so I take them so I feel "normal" whatever that is. Good luck to you 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liveitup898 16 Posted October 30, 2017 (edited) drummer2k16 how are you feeling now? I've had anxiety issues since 22 years old and im NOW in my late 30's. it's been difficult to say the least. however.....it's also been a blessing in disguise because I have been forced to look at life in a different way and as a result I have learned a lot more about myself and have gained many positive traits because of the anxiety. additionally....I have been taking effexor xr for quite a few years and i am currently on a plan to get off it (it will take a possibly 2 more years before I have completely tapered off from taking them. As much as i dislike the meds, they have also given me a much needed freedom to explore and learn about myself and how to cope with anxiety. anytime you want to talk send me a message and im here for you. all the best. Edited October 30, 2017 by liveitup898 Typo! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bterflymom 155 Posted October 30, 2017 I'm 74 and struggling with anxiety every morning. I hate to get up because I feel that shaky feeling and it's very upsetting. I do take medication but I'm afraid of getting addicted too. I take xanax, 2 1/2 mg per day which I guess isn't all that much. I feel that a lot of my anxiety is because of anger issues and will talk to my therapist about it today. I have a lot of fears about medical appointments even though I am very healthy. I do have a knee problem that will need to be dealt with eventually, just the miniscus removed and I had it done on the right knee already. I don't know how to get over my fear of such things. It sounds like you've been doing very well with yourself so keep up the good work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liveitup898 16 Posted October 30, 2017 Added a correction above...i meant to say I too am in my late 30s now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
