I'm ready to beat this thing!!!

[Amanda83]

Hi everyone.
I've suffered with anxiety pretty much all my life, and thrived on it tbh. I've had some pretty high stress jobs in the past and just got on with it. Lived for the stress, the rush..... but now, I realise its probably the worst thing I could have done. Never switching off or relaxing.
I went through some huge life changes 3yrs ago. Split from my husband of 20yrs in the middle of starting up a new self employed bricks and mortar business. Then closing that business 2yrs later..... hitting rock bottom and almost loosing everything financially.
But..... in the midst (6months after split) I found my soulmate. It just happened, and he is my absolute rock.
I've slowly tried to build myself back up. New job, money improving etc and I've nothing really to feel anxious about!!! But my panic attacks and general anxiety are constantly kicking my butt. And I've had enough.
I've never, ever joined a forum of any kind in the past so hoping your experiences can help. And in turn we can all help each other xx

[venusbluejeans]

Hiya Amanda83 and welcome to NMP :welcome:

Why not take a look at our articles on our home page, they contain a wealth of information and
are a great starting place for your time on the forum.

I hope you find the as site helpful and informative as I have and that you get the help and
support you need here and hope that you meet a few friends along the way :yesyes:

[Amanda83]

Thank you xx

[Aurun]

Hi everyone.
I've suffered with anxiety pretty much all my life, and thrived on it tbh. I've had some pretty high stress jobs in the past and just got on with it. Lived for the stress, the rush..... but now, I realise its probably the worst thing I could have done. Never switching off or relaxing.
I went through some huge life changes 3yrs ago. Split from my husband of 20yrs in the middle of starting up a new self employed bricks and mortar business. Then closing that business 2yrs later..... hitting rock bottom and almost loosing everything financially.
But..... in the midst (6months after split) I found my soulmate. It just happened, and he is my absolute rock.
I've slowly tried to build myself back up. New job, money improving etc and I've nothing really to feel anxious about!!! But my panic attacks and general anxiety are constantly kicking my butt. And I've had enough.
I've never, ever joined a forum of any kind in the past so hoping your experiences can help. And in turn we can all help each other xx

Hi Amanda,
I'm sorry to hear what you've been going through. I had never used a forum before but in 2006 I found this and it's been a fantastic crutch over the years with some wonderful people that can understand what you're experiencing.
It's typical isn't it that you've found your soul mate, everything's great and this damn anxiety keeps trying to get in the way!
Different things work for different people, exercise helps me but requires so much mental effort to get in the gym, some appa like mindfulness can help, breathing techniques etc. It's annoying the best help is time.
I'm struggling with anxiety an panic attacks as a lot has happened this year. I'd been ok for 7 years then had a tonne of stress recently which has kicked it off so I'm back here for help and support.
Regards, Joe

[t6m3j2f9]

Hey there! It's totally understandable how anxiety can really take its toll. It's awesome that you've found your way here - our community is all about supporting each other. Many of us have our own stories with anxiety, and together we can share experiences and offer support.