Constant worry and anxiety affecting my life

JC80

I am 45 female and constantly worrying about everything simplest thing to big stuff it’s really affecting my daily life . Don’t know what to do

indigo22

Hi,

Welcome to the forums and thank you for reaching out to us.

I'm sorry to hear how weighed down you are feeling, there is nothing quite like worrying to wear you down.

It would help me to know what you have tried so can make some suggestions. Has this been a lifelong problem or has it been a more recent development. If you are comfortable, please elaborate a little on the underlying cause of your worry and anxiety (if you actually know the cause, some don't until after doing some digging).

In the meantime, this is a thread that has been added to over a number of years by community members who share their own tips for managing anxiety. Perhaps this will be a good starting point for now and we can talk about other avenues that are available to you.

https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/self-help-tips-for-managing-anxiety/td-p/50482

Take care of yourself and please feel free to continue the conversation,

indigo

_Gigi_

Hi there,

Your post resonated with me because I also experience constant anxiety. Even things that are routine and mundane are enough to send me into a spiral of self-doubt and panic. While I don't know how to rid myself of these feelings, there are a few things I do that I find at least semi-helpful. For example, after a particularly hard day, I'll give myself quiet time. I find a comfortable spot in my room, put on low lights, make a cup of tea and take some time to just breathe. Sometimes I do some journalling too. This helps me because I get easily overstimulated, making whatever I feel extra overwhelming. Taking a moment to slow down in a more relaxing environment gives me a little more breathing room. This may not work for everyone but I thought I'd share anyway just in case any of it is helpful.

I hope you find a strategy that works for you, and please remember that you are not alone in these feelings.

-Gigi

Psychdiaries2

Hi there,

I’m so sorry to hear about the tough time you’re having right now.

I relate to your situation too. It can be so time-consuming and exhausting to be worrying constantly. It would definitely help to discover what exactly it is that is causing you this anxiety as a first step.

As for suggestions in improving this, I would recommend writing down your worries on a piece of paper. I’ve been journaling my thoughts/feelings for years now and it has helped me immensely to get everything off my chest and onto paper. It really helps you to process everything too.

I want to ask if you have anyone to talk to about your worries? Perhaps a loved one that you trust? If this persists, it may be worthwhile into looking at speaking to a psychologist or even talking to someone one-on-one on a helpline like headspace or on here.

I always try to remind myself that there is nothing I can’t do and I practice deep breathing as well. Try to reframe your mindset into positive thinking and practice deep breathing slowly as well to calm yourself in those anxious moments. It really does help.

Take care of yourself today. I hope that things get a little lighter and better for you ❤️