Hi everyone. I am panicking very, very badly right now. Sometimes I think about my life in such negative terms that I convince myself I'm doomed, which I've just done and now I feel completely frantic. I don't know how to calm down, I don't want to hurt myself because I'm trying so hard to quit, but I just feel so crazy.
Firstly I'm so sorry that there have been no replies sooner. How are you feeling today?
It's great to hear that you are trying so hard to quit. Are you getting any support to help you?
If you find yourself in this situation again where you are feeling very worked up could you perhaps try doing something relaxing? It may not help but it's worth a go, something like relaxing music or going for a walk or even having a bath.
I'm so sorry for the rubbishy advice, I'm not really sure what to say but if you do want to talk I'm happy to listen.
Try challenging your negative thoughts, say to yourself "what evidence do I have for this thought?". Also try doing some relaxation techniques, you could buy yourself a relaxation CD, they range from 15 minutes to 3/4 of an hour. You could also try some deep breathing, breathe in for7 seconds then breathe out for 11 seconds, its hard at first but it gets easier with practice. Talk to your doctor to see if they can offer some relaxation techniques, or go online and type it in google or something. Hope this helps.
Talk some more here about how your thought process typically goes.
I understand falling into the swamp of negativity. Being sucked in and having no air of your own to breathe. I've been there. And I've survived it. So can you.
We can help you reframe your life. You're not alone in this distress.
*Hugs* I know the feeling my friend. Try to take some deep breaths (sorry if thats patronising) and maybe put some music on and more about, sounds silly, but it sometimes stops me panicking. We all go through these times, but if we stay strong through them we will come through on the other side stronger and wiser people. Good Luck. Keep smiling, we're all here for you!
x.
'The Hardest thing to do in this world is to live in it'
They'll never see,
I'll never be,
I struggle on and on to feed this hunger,
Burning deep inside of me.
I know how terryfying it can be too have irrational worrying thoughts. People used too call me a bit of a doom theorist which was pleasant. However, It's no fault of your own. Anxiety is a horrible thing. However, we are all here too support you. You don't have too go through any of these thoughts by yourself.
Take Care
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Thank you all so much for your kind words. I wish I knew why or how these panic attacks came on, I went to a therapist when I was younger and she dismissed it as "social anxiety"and said I'd grow out of it. I dunno, though, it feels a lot more sinister than that. Sometimes I lie awake at night thinking so hard I drive myself to tears. I can't stop feeling inadequete, and it sends me into a panic. I feel like I'm losing my marbles. I used to SI when this happened, but I have to stop because I accidentally hurt myself very badly recently and don't want to do it again.
Sorry for the novel, I'm just so bloody pent up lately. Again, thank you for the support. I can't tell you what it means to me, really. You're an amazing lot!
It feels sinister maybe because there's a deep subconscious anxiety somewhere - it can be as simple as something like jealousy that causes it. Anger can to.
It can really help to keep a journal, as well as have some creative outlet.
I keep rather an obsessive journal, actually, and play the guitar. You're right, it does help, but I still get overwhelmed. I think my anxiety comes from some kind of deep-seated insecurity. I don't know how to get past it. I wish I could just stop being so introspective.
My writing is usually about feelings, not necessarily events, is that what you mean? I feel most overwhelmed when I think about my future or the fact that I haven't done anything with my life yet. I know I'm still quite young (19) but I already feel useless. Also lonely. Those are the two feeling that really plague me.
What things have you done in your life? What kind of things are you anxious to do, and does that pressure come from you, or others in your life?
Loneliness can really plague you. For a long time my journal was my best friend.
I haven't really done anything in my life. Right now I'm at university just to keep busy. I've always dreamed of writing, I mean being published and successful, but it's almost too daunting to try, and I'm too insecure to let anyone read my stuff, anyway. Also... God it's embarassing to admit to a total stranger, but I desperately want to have a real relationship with someone. I never have in my whole life and it's wearing me down. All the pressure comes from me, I don't know if that's better or worse than being pressured by my family. I feel like I'm trapped, too poor to make it in the world, and too insane to be loved.
