I just started talking about my high level of anxiety with my T yesterday. I finally put a name on the fear I feel about just doing what I set out to do in a given day. This didn't get bad until I fell into a bipolar depression. I just have this fear that I'm not going to be able to accomplish what I need to get done. The thing is, whenever I plan to do something, I always get it done.

The only thing my T has come up with so far is to have me gently remind myself, when I start worrying about something, to just focus on the matter at hand (stay in the present) and tell myself that whenever I plan to do something (like an errand) I get it done. I don't know where this irrational fear comes from but it really weighs me down a lot. I'm constantly worrying about how the day is going to go and if I'll be able to get done what I need to get done. I know I'm just repeating myself here!

Does anyone else feel this way? If so, what techniques have you used to get the constant fear out of your head? Thanks, I really need help with this. It's becoming mentally exhausting/crippling.

By the way, does this type of fear call for medication - - or should I focus on cognitive techniques with my therapist? (I already take klonopin but at night for sleep). I'd rather not have to drug myself to make it through the day. Something tells me if I can just change my thought patterns, I'll be okay, but it's so damn hard. My T says the irrational fear about everything has just become habitual for me now. Life is no fun with constant anxiety!

Sorry, I see that there are some good suggestions in the "What works best for you for your anxiety" thread. The poster originally asked what helped people with panic attacks, so I figured it wouldn't answer my question, but I see that some of the replies deal with anxiety in general.

she tells me I am not trying (she uses fancier words than this - but that is the concept).

And I can not control myself. I laugh at her.

- You are depressed and have no energy? Go exercise. Hello - did you hear me - I have no energy.

- You have anxiety about meeting people? Go introduce yourself to people. HELLO? What part of me freaking out is your goal.?.?