Hello Ladies,
I noticed that since these symptoms started, that I no longer handle stress as well as I could before. I don't know if it's because my period is due or what but the least thing makes me upset to where I start feeling nervous and on edge really bad. I used to let very little get to me and now I feel like I just can't deal with anything remotely stressful. Have any of you ladies felt or feel this way?
Hi Jamie yes stress and menopause don't go I know that for sure,I try not to get to work up about things.it so hard to keep calm all the time,before meno I could get angry upset about anything if I have to now I have to be as quiet as lamb never mind I heard it all normal chin up it could only get better.
Hi been like this for about 3 months now not had a period either plus not sleeping which don't help.went docs today to be told unless mot had period for a year they won't give out tablets
Yes! I've always had anxiety issues, but they have multiplied with peri. I used to feel much more confident and not doubt myself so much, which helped me cope more effectively. Can't deal with anything stressful anymore.
Yes, I feel the same way. Turned into a full blown anxiety disorder. And I let the symptoms, like dizziness and feeling like I am going to pass out make me feel even more anxious. Better then it used to be, I think I have been going through this for at least 4 years. Ended up having a breakdown about 2 years ago. I am 44. Periods have changed, but are still regular. Looking forward to the end of this horror.
That's like me. Are you on HRT?
Nope. Won't take it. I am on a anti anxiety, BUSPIRONE, and that's helped a bit. I have got a lot of help from meditating. I still have rough days or weeks, usually around or during my period, like this last week. Have learned to be kinder to myself and take better care of myself.
I noticed that this is true for me too. My stress and anxiety levels have definitely intensified lately. About 2 weeks ago my sons class had a field trip to the movies and I went along as a volunteer chaperone. For some reason that day I had really bad anxiety and tension all throughout my body. I thought I would not be able to go. I went but was wreck the entire time. I got home and I felt so overwhelmed that all I could do is cry. Saturday my husband and I are supposed to be going on an outing with our church. There's going to be shopping, food and a play. My husband has already been pressing me to go because we paid in advance. I want to go but I don't know how I will be feeling. It's awful. It's like I can't go anywhere or do anything without feeling overwhelmed, stressed or tired or anxiety-ridden.
Just do what you can. We have to learn to be better friends to ourselves. Ditch the guilt. We have to come out of this in one piece. 
That is me. My little girl had a promotion ceremony at school last week and I was an anxious mess. I started crying in the middle of it and have no idea what I was even crying for. I finally got ok towards the end probably because I knew I was leaving. I hate that I feel this way when I have something to do. Today an associate made me so upset that I immediately started feeling nervous and my heart started racing. It calmed down a few minutes later. Months ago if someone had made me upset I would have told them where to go and how fast to get there without a second thought but now, I just get overwhelmed and all sorts of craziness. I feel like I'm all out of sorts.
Docs said today unless I've not had period for a year I can't go on hrt I'm so frustrated because I'm exhausted were I don't sleep and the flushes are horrendous how am I going to get through summer like this I feel awfull
I know how you feel. I hate that feeling when something happens and you start to feel anxious and out control. Then the heart starts racing. It's completely awful! It's like someone turned our flight or fight system on and it's stuck in the on position.
Thing is I suffer with panic attacks and anxiety anyway it's awfull
No, I don't think HRT will be an option for me.
Dear Kim
I know how you feel, the panic attacks are awful, I can't seem to stand in a queue at the shops now without feeling panicky x
I really think people who have never suffered panic and anxiety haven't got a clue. When you tell them they think you're mad I'm sure.
I know, i dont think my husband totally understands, he just says to hold his hand x
Hi DearDoe....i am the same. Have had anxiety/depression issues previously but this peri stuff is different. I don't get depressed just flat and it comes and goes. The anxiety is the same. The doctor gave me a script for AD but I havent taken it. I can't take hrt so have cut out sugars and caffeine. I also started meditation again and it definitely helps. But it has to be practiced daily not just when you feel bad. I am still regular but changing all the time....every month is different. It got worse last October and if this is just the start I am not looking forward to the rest
Hi Jamie...i have found the same thing with me. I definitely don't do stress well anymore. And things that I would shrug off before really upset me and I don't recover as quickly. Its like my emotions volume dial has been turned up....i cry more...i anger easily...even rages which scare me. I know I am being irrational but don't care. I can sometimes have all emotions in one day...heck...I can have them all in an hour lol
Hi there,
Can I ask, what type of meditation you gals are doing?
I will try anything at this point.
Actually I think I may of had a breakdown too.
Please don't think I'm stupid but how did you know you had a breakdown?
All help is greatly appreciated!
I don't know where I would be without this forum and God above!!!
(And my Mom)
Hugs, Maggie