I've had severe anxiety for years and in the last few months thought I finally had it handled. Instead, I find myself each morning frozen by anxiety, trying to unfreeze and get myself to work. I've missed so much work and this isn't a place that is very understanding. I qualify for FMLA but they will move me from my position that I can actually stand on a good day to an equivalent one in an area that will drive me further into anxiety.
I'm especially afraid because I've been in this exact position before when, after a full year of working and getting my life together, I suddenly crashed and it took me years to get out of the last one. I'm on medication and its been the only thing to work and I'm afraid of messing with it and making things worse, even though its not up to the task at the moment.
Any advice would be amazing because I'm just thinking myself in spirals and panicking.
First of all, is there anyone you can talk to? I find talking to someone and having a good cry, helps a little. In regards to work, I know exactly how u feel, I have had to ring in sick 3 times in the past two months due to panic attacks. The only thing I find that helps is walking. Also you are not alone, anxiety is the worse kind of hell. So physical activity, talk to someone and go see your doctor, tell them you are struggling. Sending you a big virtual hug
Thank you for the hug and support! Talking unfortunately doesn't always help me, but I always forget about exercise being good for combating anxiety. I'll try for that walk and hopefully it'll help. Thank you!
You will be ok!! Anxiety is crippling but I’ve learned it always passes! Have you tried therapy to help pin point what’s triggering it? I would also go back to your dr and see what they suggest as far as medication goes. I did that and I’m feeling much better. I’ve learned most of us with anxiety tend to want to fight it or be in control. Try to ride it out and not control things. Take some time to meditate and breathe every morning. We are all here for you!
You're right. My instinct is always to ride it out. Go to ground and deal with it until it goes away. Instincts aren't always a good thing. Unfortunately, I can't afford a therapist. If I can't drag myself to work tomorrow I'll contact my doctor.
Know how you feel, it's terrible. I have it really bad too. Well done trying to manage it and keep working etc. Don't worry it will get better. Your dosage probably needs to be increased, go back and see your doctor and tell them you are feeling anxious again. Try walking, that is definitely helping me a bit. Try to get out every day. Maybe go to counselling too, it will help. Best of luck x