Anxiety is hard to understand / explain

[Dakota18]

Anxious feelings in general as well as the physical manifestations of anxiety which are very real and present are very hard to explain to people who don't understand. My partner constantly tells me that he just does not understand what it is that I am feeling and why I am going through this and although I cannot blame him this is something that is very frustrating when I do not even fully understand it myself. There is a very fine line between being open and honest with someone about how you are truly feeling, while also trying not to spend too much time and energy focusing on the way that you feel (and worrying about it). It upsets me and makes me feel down when I constantly explain how it is that I feel and why I think this might be occurring. The point I am trying to get at is that when someone tells you that you need to be stronger, you start to question if you are weak.

I am here to be a voice that says you are strong and if anything we are stronger by the way in which we wake up every day and take each day on despite everything that may be going on. I am stronger than I know and I understand what you are going through 🙂

[Tay100]

Hi Dakota18

Thanks for posting- we are always happy to have you.

In regards to the message and the end of your post; thank you so much. Sometimes we all need to hear and be reminded of this, and think about what it means- myself included. Everyone struggles sometimes, but resilience and community can help us get through. Thanks for helping us build understanding and community 🙂

As for the first part of your post, would you like to talk about it some more? Up to you. I can also point you in the direction of some great resources, including ones that about helping your partner support you through your anxiety properly. Healthy and communication is key, so if you'd like help with this, let us know- I know if can be draining when you constantly have to explain yourself.

Sending kindness,

Tay100.