I feel like my anxiety is just getting worse. I overthink everything and I have to do everything in certain orders or else I think something horrible is going to happen to me, my family, or my relationship. The littlest thing someone says will make me think they hate me. It sucks. I feel like I should be on medication but my body reacts horribly to SSRIs. Does anyone else have good coping techniques?
I would suggest therapy, meds, and a tool. Therapy because there may be a reason that your mind is thinking that way. A good therapist will be able to walk you through a couple of coping skills. Meds can be great! I am on a couple for my anxiety. What I mean by tools is basically coping skills. Mine is distracting my head or an activity that allows me to think through the thoughts which is great for my autism and easy with ADHD. Distraction could be getting a terrible thought and listen to music you really get into so the brain shuts down the thought because you got your jam on. For me, think it through is best with the overwhelming feelings so I will do art, cook, dance, etc. Something fun but allows your brain a slight comfort.
Take deep breaths (Count to 10)
Listen to music/create playlist
Meditate
Write your your thoughts/journaling
Art/painting
Write down positive affirmations
Protect your energy
Minimize technology (Social Media Breaks)
Face your fears
RELAX!!
Learn your triggers
Boost self-esteem
Express your thoughts/do not hold anything in
Cry
New hobbies
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I feel like my anxiety is just getting worse. I overthink everything and I have to do everything in certain orders or else I think something horrible is going to happen to me, my family, or my relationship. The littlest thing someone says will make me think they hate me. It sucks. I feel like I should be on medication but my body reacts horribly to SSRIs. Does anyone else have good coping techniques?
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