Trying really hard but AAARRRRGGGGG!

[1Goofy1]

I have been working so hard on my anxiety issues. Taking it head on instead of retreating from it. Reading, learning, practicing techniques......
I have learned to control some of the smaller issues but I can not seem to get over constantly dwelling on health issues that I know I don't really have. Constantly noticing body sensations and thinking "oh oh".
Does anyone have any advise on overcoming this type of nonsense thinking. Redirecting the brain or something. I try to concentrate on the good things but worry, worry, worry.
My husband is about to have me committed so I don't even have him to talk to. I have to keep everything to myself at home or he has a fit.
Yesterday the dog was lazy, big deal.....I checked on him constantly wondering if he was OK....HELP!

[abbyholmess]

Reading books and educating yourself really helps, but it's not really an instant cure! I know; I read sooo many books. I got so frustrated cuz I wasn't feeling any better after reading and implementing the techniques. But after a few weeks, the stuff I learned from the books started to help a lot. It takes time and practice!

[jamus75]

I notice all body changes and sensations. If I get warm too fast or anything it creates anxiety. I constantly notice my pulse. Sometimes I get bloated and a nervous stomach. Even getting tired can create anxiety. So I know exactly what you mean.

[1Goofy1]

Thanks for the reply. Glad to hear it eventually helps. I have had this for 10 years and for the most part can deal with it but then there are these times that are worse and it just consumes me. I am reading and trying to practice yoga and breathing which is wonderful but had to quit the place I take yoga and there isn't another one very close to me. I feel like the song, "I get knocked down, but I get up again".
If I could just control my thoughts more. Practice, practice, practice. lol

[1Goofy1]

I notice all body changes and sensations. If I get warm too fast or anything it creates anxiety. I constantly notice my pulse. Sometimes I get bloated and a nervous stomach. Even getting tired can create anxiety. So I know exactly what you mean.

Exactly! If I work out more then yoga and raise my heart rate (which is good for you) I freak out and hyperventilate...lol
Constantly checking my pulse and have nervous stomach also. Last week so much I had blood (TMI) I know, I was convinced it was a death sentence. Dr. wasn't even concerned, said if it continues into tomorrow call me. It didn't and I am fine. Now I just need to convince myself I am fine. Hahahaha, not so easy.

[jamus75]

Numerous test and specialist seen and all say I'm fine. My pulse can get up to 150 during panic attack but that's what it would probably be if I exercised hard too. Lol. So I know my heart is strong and healthy bc my pulse can go up high and I never feel faint or have any problems. It can be down to 60 too when relaxed.

[1Goofy1]

Do you get the chest pains too? Those scare the hell out of me and I don't know why it has been going on for years now and have had tests that come back fine.
I did have a Grandmother die about my age that had anxiety and was a smoker also and that is on my mind all the time. I don't know why, I never even met her, she died before I was born.
Chest pains are scary though.. sheesh.

[jamus75]

I get skipped beats and hard beats sometimes.

[AnxietyInstituteSA]

You might consider seeing a therapist, counselor, or psychologist that specializes in cognitive therapy. This treatment may help you identify, challenge, and replace your reoccuring negative thoughts. Sounds like your working hard to mangage your anxiety. Don't give up; it takes time:)

www.anxietyinstitute

[1Goofy1]

You might consider seeing a therapist, counselor, or psychologist that specializes in cognitive therapy. This treatment may help you identify, challenge, and replace your reoccuring negative thoughts. Sounds like your working hard to mangage your anxiety. Don't give up; it takes time:)

www.anxietyinstitute

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