New, and feeling kinda scared right now

[ashy]

Hi,
I was diagnosed with GAD almost a year ago.. I was having a lot of panic attacks and I was afraid that someone was going to die or that something horrible was going to happen.. I got therapy and it helped with certain things. But now I just constantly feel scared and nervous (anxious, really) without any good explanation. I'm scared of people being angry with me because I'm scared they are going to hate me and hurt me. A lot of times I feel that I'm not good enough. It's hard because no one really understands me and I feel so alone and I feel like I'm supposed to fix myself all on my own. I just feel tired and scared. I guess I just would like someone who could understand and care. My heart is really open for all you guys. We're all going through a real tough time, but I'm glad we have each other :)

[Mainecoon]

Ive gone through some of the things you are talking about its tough. I hear it from anyone that knows whats going on with me. "Its all in your head and you have to fix it". I had panic attacks for the past 8 years now. CBT and the gym help me a lot. Some of the things I fear, I just had to change my view on it.

[ashy]

That's a really long time to deal with anxiety :/. I feel like anxiety is like a broken leg because it always slows you down and you can't do as much or as well as you used to.. But the difference is that people don't see a cast and can't understand what we're going through. Sometimes I feel that doctors and therapists just have to take guesses and try many different things in trying to help. Doesn't it ever get better?
Oh, and thank you for your reply.. It's nice to meet you :)

[Mainecoon]

Oh most definitely. I had periods of 3 years or more with no anxiety or panic attacks. I just happen to be going through it again, something triggered it. Pleasure to meet you as well.

[mrseyeore]

Yes it gets better. I come to this forum less often than I used to but it is a real life saver

[ashy]

Thank you you guys :). I'm glad that there is a forum like this and where other people understand what it's like. I really hope both of your nights are going alright and that you guys feel a little more calm and less anxious by talking to others on here. :) it's a real pleasure to meet you both and the best of luck to both of you! We can get through this, right? :)

[chardae]

Oh boy, I hope I get through this. Hope you are having a good night! Welcome to the forums :)

[ashy]

Oh boy, I hope I get through this. Hope you are having a good night! Welcome to the forums :)
Thank you!! Nice to meet you!! I think we can make it through... We just need a bit of support and hope, that's all... Ok, maybe a lot of support and hope lol :)