My mixed states are definitely some of the worst and scariest parts of my life. My agitation is unbearable. Anxiety turns into actual paranoia. My thoughts race and the need to act on every thought that enters my mind becomes so strong. There's no talking me down or reassuring me that everything will be okay....it literally feels like the end of the world and everything is caving in. My moods are dark, I'm pacing, there's so much "chatter" in my head, where I can't get any sleep. I can relate a lot to others' experiences here with Mixed Episodes.