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16 years ago 0 131 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Amy68, you sound like me. I too worry about physical symptoms and have a hard time hearing any illness other people may have, because I too will end up with the same thing. I don't think this is odd, especially when several other people here are dealing with the same thing...maybe we're all odd (lol). I found my linking these feelings to an experience I had when I was a kid is why I react the way I do. I've been dealing with these issues for about a year now and am feeling quite calm about them and can logically and emotionally understand why they happen. It's funny (not ha ha funny) how and why these things happen to us and then how we deal with them. I get what you're going through, you're not alone...my husband always reassures me on things...and thinking about the future...you can't do it, trust me on this one. Take it easy on yourself...write back if you want to chat. :)
16 years ago 0 9 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
HI everyone. Thank you for posting! I woke up this morning feeling fine but I sat and worried all day long over my darn dry eyes. I just worry myself sick--literally. I worry about situations that may come up in the future (that haven't even happened and may not) & how my eyes will react. That alone is what is driving me crazy! My husband keeps saying not to think about the future as you don't know what it consists of. I know he's right and very logical but that's easier said than done. I've always been a worry-wart, to say the least. I can't watch anything on TV or listen to any health issues from friends or family because I feel I always end up with the same thing. Very odd, I know. I'm just so aggravated that for the first time, something has got a hold of me and I cannot let it go. I guess because it's an issue with my eyes and that's something that everyone can see or tell that something is wrong.......watery, bloodshot eyes. I had back pain last year that was much easier to deal with than this as no one could tell and I took ibuprofen and it 'went away'. Right now, this darn dryness (actually watery eyes) is not going away. Oh my. As you can tell, this has just consumed my mental thought completely. I know I should go see a doctor/therapist but for some reason, that seems embarrassing. I will eventually if this keeps up. I will have no choice. Thanks for listening and take care.
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Amy Your early morning feelings are very familiar. Although I am doing quite well these days there are still times when I wake up with that uggh feeling or the racey stomach and I think how the hell can I be anxious even when I am sleeping or worse, is it sitting there waiting as soon as I wake up. I find that taking the first steps of the day could be drudgery...Now when I get up I always say to myself o.k I feel like this now but as I get into my day and get a bit busy it will get better. By busy I mean just getting into the day. I am on med's and am now in the process of weaning off them. To be honest I am not sure to what extent they helped me if at all. The only thing I know is that they gave me very vivid dreams that were all too real and that seemed to keep me tired when I woke up (it is tiring chasig airplanes and dragons all in one night)(. So now I wake up and simply tell myself yes I am anxious or dull but I don't really have any time to give it at this particluar moment so I will be anxious or dull a little later. This really is a neat trick for getting started and actually takes away the importance we tend to place on our 'ucky' feelings...My theory is, if you postpone something it can mean it is not really that important to you. Sorry for rambling but I just want to let you know that you are not 'coocoo' as you so scuccintly put it but 100% normal with a few blips thrown in. But it would be good to check with your doctor just to give you a piece of mind. Good luck and post again...This is a great space to throw it all out there and realize we are generally all o.k but just in need of someone who has been there. Mike
16 years ago 0 1153 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Amy, Welcome to the Panic Centre and thanks for sharing a bit about yourself. There are many different types of panic and anxiety that an individual can suffer from. Take some time to look through the program and read about the various types. You may also want to visit your doctor and talk to him about some of the symptoms you've been experiencing. Keep us posted. Brenna, Bilingual Health Educator
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Hello Amy , not an expert by any means but from what i read it sure sounds like you have a touch of depression . Maybe have a chat to your doctor , dosnt always result in meds . Here as well if you need a chat :)
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Hi Amy68 I personally haven't started the program yet either.. lol. but I have been reading the forums. I unlike you though have anxiety and panic. It does sound though that you are experiencing anxiety..and quite a bit of it BUT the blahs definately sound more like depression. They often run hand in hand though, one causing the other. It gets us down when we're always on "high alert"... Your first step would be in accepting that how you are feeling is OK.. and that you definately are NOT coo-coo. We all go through things some often beyond our control . I would definately go see your doctor though. Although meds are not my first choice you should let them know how you're feeling and then start with alternative options. Upping the excercise, cutting the junk out of the diet (white sugars etc.), resting at night more... all sound easy but are not when we feel yuck!! I can preach it, find it hard to live by sometimes..lol... You may find you just need someone to talk to... hiding your feelings is a full time job in itself.. I did it for years with my anxiety. Being "super mom" "happy" all the time... while inside I was in knots.. Letting the burden go was HUGE for me .. and you know what.. lots of people feel like I do and I found a HUGE support circle around me.. I'm sure it would be the same for you... Go see your doc.. and keep me posted. There is definately hope and help... and hey.. I'm here to listen :)
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Hi. I'm not sure that this program is quite for me. I took the Anxiety test and it says I show no signs of anxiety or depression :confuse: However, I feel ridiculous, if that makes sense. My big thing is a worry over my health (eyes). That has sent me over the edge to where I have dwelled, & dwelled, & dwelled so much that now I'm in a CONSTANT state of nervousness. I still do everything I've always done and no one has any idea. The main problem is that I just don't feel "content". I don't get excited over anything and I don't feel real happy. I don't look forward to the funs things my family and me do. I use to love my "alone time" and now I dread it. I want company and someone around. Once again, no one knows and I don't show it. When I wake up each morning, literally right when I open my eyes, I feel like I have butterflies in my stomach. THAT, reminds me of how coo-coo I think I am, which in turn, once again, gets me to thinking and thinking. I have not went to my doctor yet as I keep thinking this will let up. I don't have panic attacks just this feeling of blah about me. Sorry to go on and on but just not real sure how to explain myself correctly. Thanks for any advice.

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