Hello AwsomeO5000: Well... the Skeezyks is 68! And I also struggle with quite a bit of anxiety. At this point in my life, although I am married, I otherwise lead as solitary a life as possible. (We do also have a dog we walk daily.) Like you, I also harbor a lot of self-hatred & feelings of worthlessness. And anxiety is a constant companion. The difference is, I guess, that I pretty-much know why it is I feel the way I do. I don't really understand why it all happened. But I know what it all is & how I feel about it... if that makes any sense. I am no longer on med's nor do I see a therapist.

I see this is your first post here on PC. So... welcome to PsychCentral… from the Skeezyks! I hope you find the time you spend here to be of benefit.

PsychCentral is a great place to get information as well as support for mental health issues. There are many knowledgeable & caring members here. The more you post, & reply to other members’ posts, the more a part of the community you will become. Plus there are social groups you can join & chat rooms where you’ll be able to connect with other PC members in real time (once your first 5 posts have been reviewed & approved.) Lots of great stuff! So please keep posting!