Ups and downs of anxiety

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Out of nowhere last night a massive anxiety attack took over and I couldn’t breathe. I felt like I started wiping away little tears quickly to try and not let anyone notice that I was crying, though I felt that at any second I could burst out into full on tears, bawling my eyes out. The worst part of the situation was that I had no idea why.

Things were great yesterday! I had a really, really nice day. Right around the time we started making dinner though, I started feeling uneasy. Something just felt off. I think a part of me started fearing that something bad was about to happen – but I couldn’t quite put my finger on it.

That’s where I struggle with anxiety most. There are times when I get anxious and I have a clear, concise indication of what is making me anxious. Then, there are times that I get anxious where I really don’t understand what is wrong. Yes, I do have a few more stresses in my life right now than I would like, but we all have to play the cards we’re dealt in life. I just wish when things like this happened that I knew what was the cause. Because at least, if I knew what the cause was, I could take steps to try and fix it.

So many people in this world suffer from anxiety, and I know that. Last night though, last night was one of those nights where I just felt as though I was alone in the universe. I guess that’s how it goes, though. There’s ups and downs and you just have to roll with the punches.

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Overly sentimental, heel-loathing introvert, problem solver and lover of the night.

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18 thoughts on “Ups and downs of anxiety”

  3. This really resonates with me! Especially the part of sometimes knowing what causes it and other times not having a clue! Thank you for being so open and transparent! Even though you felt alone in that moment, this post has truly helped me to not feel alone 🤗

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    1. It’s so easy for your brain to trick you into thinking you’re alone and you’re the only one who feels the way you do – and that’s so frustrating, am I right? Thanks for your note, your kindness and for reminding me I am not alone in this.

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  5. Anxiety is hell, I’ve been struggling with mine lately. Sorry to see you’ve been struggling with yours, I know it’s hard but try to remember that you’re not alone. Hope you’re okay xx

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  6. UGH I had one of those panic attacks a few weeks ago — I was on the phone with a client at work and just started panicking out of nowhere. Before I knew it, I had tears pouring down my cheeks. I was still on the phone so I just had to pretend everything was fine and dab my eyes. The girl sitting next to me kept asking what was wrong and I could not explain to her that it was literally nothing. Sigh.

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  8. Isn’t it weird how its like “I’m doing great.. doing great… doing great.. WHAT IS WRONG!??!” I hope this community shows you that you’re not alone, no matter how terrible it may feel. ❤

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