Anybody have tips for anxiety ? It is so bad

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#1

Anybody have tips for anxiety ? It is so bad :woman_facepalming:t4::woman_facepalming:t4::woman_facepalming:t4:

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#2

Why is it bad? How long have you been sober?

#3

I have not even made it one day. SMH

#4

But I’ve over the past couple of years dealt with horrible anxiety

#5

Can you get prescription for anti anxiety meds?

#6

Me finally sticking with AA meetings has worked wonders for the paralyzing social anxiety I used to go thu. It's been really good and cheap therapy in my case.

#7

What do you think is causing it?

#8

I have gabapentin, but I’ve been really nervous to actually take it. I was reading and heard some good stories and bad ones so it made me even more anxious

#9

Really? I’ve been trying to check out some online AA meetings since I’m nervous to go in person

#10

I’m not sure over a few years ago it just happened and I’m not sure what caused it.

#11

It's ok to be nervous about going, I think we all were. It sure is rewarding once we start losing some of those fears. There won't be any pressure for you to share anything, but you certainly can. They've all been where your at and will be very supportive....I haven't any experience with źoom stuff, but it's helped others....Good on you for reaching out. You can do this if you really want it!

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#12

I used to have terrible anxiety and the book DARE by Barry McDonaugh saved me! Haven’t had an ounce of anxiety since I read it. I swear by it. Keep your head up and confidence strong! Confidence kills the fear & anxiety! :heartpulse:

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#13

Thank you so much for your encouraging words. I really do want this and need to practice self discipline and restraint.

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#14

Really ? Thank you so much for that. Definitely going to look into this book and purchase

#15

How long have you been sober?

#17

That’s really good advice, a lot of the times I do feel choked up so I’m going to try that next time. Thank you guys so much

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#18

Try for 1/2 a day. The. Try for the second 1/2. Baby steps!!

#19

Take yo hydroxyzine

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#20

Two usual methods are professional help including anti-anxiety medication and medication, with deep breathing have helped me. We often create our own stress. You can learn many techniques and tools for managing stress and anxiety. I hope you will share with someone you trust face to face.

#21

I definitely think I create my own stress. SMH