Anxiety Daily Check-In point #8

Why for? What happens?

I got some exercise today and I think that is helping keep my anxiety low.

I'm not sure why sometimes. It sometimes comes on out of nowhere...

I was frustrated with some computer issues, beforehand, so maybe my anger got converted into anxiety? Is that possible?

Yes. I think it is.
Anxiety is like a beast waiting for being fed with your energy.
Computer setbacks also take the mosts out of me. Maybe because I don’t like to waste time with technology. I mean, I like when it makes things easier for us but when it comes to be a headache, I simply don’t find any sense.

Little by little, I train myself to be more positive about tough situations and it works.

Hope you feel better soon. 👍

Yes anger is adrenaline, & can easily lead to anxiety

@AzulOscuro Yeah, I think perhaps I could take a step back when faced with technology-challenges and do something else. That way I could do something positive and over which I have some control.

That's fascinating @MaverickLovesYou... I think that's what happened in my case. There's a David Hanscom video on YouTube where he says anger and anxiety are on the same continuum, but your explanation about the adrenaline is a key point. Thank you....

I wonder whether it's possible to figure out how to get rid of that excess adrenaline?? Maybe through exercise?

Yes exercise. The only other way is rest/sleep afaik. Supplements like magnesium & B-Complex, chamomile tea can help too. I don't like meds but Klonopin can help

I guess it had been already mentioned in this thread but I wouldn’t discard some kind of relaxation exercises or mindfulness practise to help you get into your sleep. I personally find it very useful.

There are many herbs infusions that help to relax but you have to be cautious about how they work in the organism because some are beneficial but others may interact with other health issues that you may have.

It's interesting you mention magnesium and B-complex... I take that every morning along with omega-3.

I also have Ativan to use PRN, if things get too bad ...

One thing that interests me is finding ways to actually be angry because I believe I internalize a lot of anger, as it was not an accepted emotion when I was growing up; I was not allowed to be/get angry.

When I do get angry, it feels like I'm a bad person or something... I end up feeling guilty.... and then it feels like everything is going to go out of control.

I posted an article in the OCD forum that proposes that feeling guilty actually brings on OCD... it's interesting...

I use a guided meditation to help me. And I really think that exercise is going to be key... I've been using a rebounder trampoline to help get my anger out and to help me feel grounded... but I need more exercise in general, going for strolls is not enough... i think I need something to get the blood pumping...

Interesting what you say about anger and keeping it to yourself. I kind of experienced something similar.

After going through 2 major surgeries and one minor one, this cold, covid, flu thing is not making me anxious even with the temp which I haven't gotten since I was a teenager. Before my anxiety would be through the roof. I'm taking care of it and thats all I can do.

i hope you never get sick, mountain

I had anxiety today. But not as much as I would have if I wasn't vaccinated. I know my family is confused. But getting an answer to things is always helpful. Theres still some uncertainty and worry I have going on though.

I did some work tonight for my client. It was just some research. It had me stressed out. I got very anxious.

Anxiety has been a lot better since I quit caffeine. Now I drink herbal tea instead. I also facilitated a NAMI group tonight which helped get me out of my own head.

I too felt like I wasn't doing enough exercise. I re-introduced jumping jacks into my routine bc of the impact it provides, like jogging

Feeling tense, but trying to nurture feeling of hope, regarding some important goals I want to accomplish today.

I had quite a bit of anxiety this morning. But its better now and I didn't even need to take one of my extra valiums.

Lots of chores today, that always helps centre me.

I'm anxious about Tigger still

trying to wade through loads of emails as well

don't have the mental stability to deal with everything

Yes, it keeps you focused. Always, you can enjoy enough time to do this stuff. Like a good perfectionist, when I’m in a hurry it stressed me up so much that I don’t even know where to start with.

You rock girl, going on this way 😀

It’s only a matter of days. I can’t remember but wasn’t it next Wed when she will receive vet’s care? Any possibility for the professional to check her up before?

yep this coming wednesday

cause her medication is not doing crap

sorry i quoted you before the edit

thats the earliest appointment they have, first appointment on the wednesday

she is eating, which is why they havent said "bring her straight in"

i was on a cat forum and a member there said it sounds like the vet did something wrong, touched something they should of left alone