Anxiety issue

[BballJ]

Hi all,

I took abit of convincing myself to join the forums and write in here but just wanted some advice.

in the past two weeks, I have had anxiety spiralling out of control, I am unable to concentrate at work or at home, I continually think of the worst case scenario in anything, I wake up in the middle of the night having panic attacks (heart racing, in shaking, heavy breathing) I haven't slept more than 4 hours each night and during the day I am in a constant stressed state that by 2 pm I am tired as can be, I hate being alone, if I'm driving I feel the need to call someone just so I can get my mind off my anxiety and contanst worry feelings. I have lost my appetite, eating maybe one meal a day simply because I cannot eat. I have tried natural over the counter medicine to try and alleviate the anxiety and calm me down but they don't work.... Does this sound like GAD and should I see a doctor about medication?

thank you in advance for your replies.

Jay

[BballJ]

Hi Ava,

How are you doing? Haven't spoken to you in a few days and wanted to check in.

Hugs, Jay

[Wednesday]

Hi Jay,

I just took a few days out, thank you for asking about me, I've complained enough on other threads! I'm fine, P is anxious.

Of so much more interest is how are you going? Did you see your counsellor and are you still pleased with the work you're doing. have the dreams stopped?

Hugs, xx

[Wednesday]

Hi Jay,

How are you going?

xx

[BballJ]

Hi Ava,

I am so sorry I didn't see your reply to the post on the 11th.

You haven't complained at all on these threads... you are simply talking.. there is a big difference, and I was just hoping you were doing ok. How is P doing also?

I am going ok, I haven't seen my counsellor for a couple of weeks to be honest, been so busy with work, I used my 6 sessions and need to go back to the doctors for a mental health review... just need to find the time to go in, I have been so busy that I haven't had much of a chance to do much thinking.. although tonight I told the story of my mum to my wife's aunty, so that was a little hard and points, but I used things my counsellor had taught me or opened my eyes up too when explaining it which was in a way, refreshing.

Thanks for checking in.

Hugs, Jay

[Wednesday]

Oh well done Jay, that was very brave it must have been hard to tell your story. I'm so proud of you. It seems that counselling has been very useful for you. Though of course you have had to put in the hard yards, give yourself a big pat on the back and a hug from me. Do you feel any different about your mum now?

I'm okay its just been one of those time were people I care about are hurting and I feel so very useless. Three people in three different states. I have an med infusion this week which will help me pick up a bit, hopefully give me a bit more energy too.

P is well, himself.

Hugs, xx

[BballJ]

Hi Ava,

The counsellor has done well for me, although I think i still need to go back and get more things out and sort through more stuff.. really need to focus on my relationship with my wife as well. I can't say I have changed drastically towards my mum, I have an understanding in my head of her now which helps me explain it better in my head (if that makes sense) Everything is a process so maybe in time, hopefully.

That's not good, I know the feeling of not being able to help people, so I totally understand. Hopefully they know your love and support is there if they need it and is helping them through. What is a med infusion if you don't mind me asking?

Hugs, Jay

[Wednesday]

Hi Jay,

I agree more sessions would be great, because you have done so very well in the six you have had, can you believe how far you have come after five hours of therapy (6 x 50mins), brilliant, Jaystar! You are such an amazing man, your wife is lucky to have someone that gets their demons and is prepared to put in the extra effort on a relationship they care about.

The infusion is because of my plethora of autoimmune disease, it helps to knock out my overactive immune system. Instead if helping me by fighting of infections ect, my immune system attacks my own body, not useful! The infusion is one of many meds a have, it is helping a bit but also has draw backs, like I catch any bug going and they will be more severe and last longer. As you know for every actions there is an opposite and equal reaction. 🙂

Aghh, whatever!!!

Hugs, xx

[BballJ]

Hi Ava,

It is hard to believe how far I have come in my sessions, I am quietly proud but I understand there is more work to go. I appreciate your support of course and your admiration also but My wife and I have a long way to go to get our relationship on track and where it should be. I accept my faults and am trying hard to grow and change them. My wife is amazing and I take it for granted, which hurts me.

Wow, that is not good regarding the autoimmune issue, I have heard of things like that, yet to meet someone with it, until now, I am sorry you are going through that. I know it must be so tough but one thing I have learnt about you is how resiliant you are, and I know you may not agree, but you have more strength than a lot of people I have come across. It takes a special someone to be dealing with so much personally and then still wanting to help others as well. It is a trait not many have and the ones who do and great people, like yourself. I do hope the infusion helps some way and give you some sort of relief, I do understand everything has a side effect but keep your head up as I know you will and keep on fighting,

Hugs, Jay

[blondguy]

Hey Jay (and Ava)

You guys really rock!

Jay, it means a lot to see that you are (quietly) proud of how far you have progressed in your sessions. Hold your head up high....You should be mega proud of yourself.

If every guy had your attitude about "my wife and I have a long way to go to get our relationship back on track" the divorce rates would plummet.

There are many people that will benefit from your balanced attitude and life experience

Nice1 BballJ 🙂

Paul

[Wednesday]

Aww Jay, you made me teary, in a good way. I am just about to leave but wanted to thank you for our kind words. I don't feel like I am any of the things you said, but it is super nice to hear (or is that see) them.

You're a gem dear Jay and I love that you have the courage to recognise your issues and work on them, not many do that either!

hugs, xx