[Eamgr]

I been realizing recently that my anxiety has gotten worse and is affecting me on a day too day basis. Where's before I would have problems maybe once or twice a week I'm having them every day.

Social life has become an issue too. Without fail I would go out every week too Karaoke on a Thursday and also occasionally go out on Sunday as well. Now my decision to go out is dependent on who else is out. Last Thursday as an example because I knew that neither my Sister or the majority of my freinds would not be out i too didn't go out.

I avoided a recent work Christmas party even though I had paid for my ticket already and was hell bent on attending as it would be my first at my current job.

Dealing with customers at work has been difficult too where as before I use too be really good at customer service I find myself no longer putting in the same effort as before eventually this will get noticed when I end up speaking to one of the stores mystery customers.

I'm dogged by nightmares of my friends leaving me or getting seriously hurt and dying and now am afraid of going to sleep. I'm lacking motivation and just find myself wasting away the hours doing practically nothing.

I am starting to believe my anxiety is becoming a major issue but am not sure whether this is the case or I'm paranoid.

The real question I'm asking is am I in control or is my anxiety in control. If someone could please assist me with awnsering this question I would be very grateful.

Diagnosed with Depression and Anxiety just over a year ago.

[gayleggg]

It sounds like right now your anxiety is in control. However, it doesn't have to stay that way. Do you have psychiatrist? A therapist? If so, maybe the doctor could give you something for the anxiety or you could work out a plan with a therapist. I do know that worrying about can make it worse. Try to do deep breathing exercises when you are feeling anxious. It really helps me when I'm anxious. Good luck.

[MtnTime2896]

Anxiety likes to do this thing with everyone it can get a proper grip on: Convincing said person that it has all control and it calls the shots. It likes to force you into believing that the world is the most terrifying place your imagination can congure up.
Anxiety is a primitive response that's never left our brain. It allows us to responds to threats in whatever manner will keep you alive. We don't need it the same as we used to. While it's still an asset during times of imminent danger, it has no place otherwise. Research what anxiety does to us physically while in puts us in "Fight or Flight" mode, and what it causes us to create mentally when it isn't put into action.

Anxiety doesn't control you. It's like a puppy who needs some re-training. You have to re-train it and you'll figure that out in your own way. Some people benefit from anti-anxiety medication. It's worth looking into if that's the route you wish to take. Good luck.

[Eamgr]

Originally Posted by Só leigheas

Anxiety likes to do this thing with everyone it can get a proper grip on: Convincing said person that it has all control and it calls the shots. It likes to force you into believing that the world is the most terrifying place your imagination can congure up.
Anxiety is a primitive response that's never left our brain. It allows us to responds to threats in whatever manner will keep you alive. We don't need it the same as we used to. While it's still an asset during times of imminent danger, it has no place otherwise. Research what anxiety does to us physically while in puts us in "Fight or Flight" mode, and what it causes us to create mentally when it isn't put into action.

Anxiety doesn't control you. It's like a puppy who needs some re-training. You have to re-train it and you'll figure that out in your own way. Some people benefit from anti-anxiety medication. It's worth looking into if that's the route you wish to take. Good luck.

Thank you this is really useful and gives me some hope

Regards

Eamonn

[Eamgr]

[QUOTE=gayleggg;5404159]

Hi

No currently I'm not under any sort of therapy. I have referred myself again too counselling so hopefully that will help.

Regards

Eamonn