Dealing with Thanatophobia: Coping Tips Needed

Download an app that can help you get on track . Every time I go in the bathroom, I brush my teeth and take my medication. Set an alarm to get up, eat a healthy meal, and go exercise.

When I was younger I would get so upset over getting older. I still have anxiety about getting older. Still do.

I have it and have put myself in so many panic attacks over it. I'm absolutely mortified at the thought of it honestly. There's such a huge fear for me about just not existing and continuous darkness...

Have you talked to a therapist about this?

First, you should start by going to take a long hot shower or bath. Take care of yourself first. Wash your hair, brush your teeth, the regular hygiene routine. Then drink a glass of water, whatever temp you prefer. I alternate between cold and room temp, hot sometimes as well because hot water is actually good for your digestive system. But get something decently balanced to eat. Make a list of your 5 top chores that are priority. And tackle one chore today. Although death cannot be avoided, life can't either. I have experienced many losses. And with each one, I learned to say that, I am grateful to have gotten to know them, or if it's family, I am grateful to have been there relative or whatever title, and be thankful for the memories. I did my best to turn the sadness into moments of appreciation and genuine gratitude. And it helped. It didn't hurt any less but it helped to quite my thoughts.

so I work w death often. it’s very normal to be terrified by death. it’s often why people cry when their loved ones pass. it’s the fear that they don’t know for sure what happens after. but no matter what, the process is death comfortable. it’s very rare that it isn’t.

Well I don't know if it's a good tip, but believing in a religion, should make you feel like at least you'd go somewhere safe when you die.

i’m not sure if it’s technically the same thing, but ever since going through a traumatic family member’s death a few years ago, i randomly get these bursts of like panic that i will some day not be alive. the concept just freaks me out and i get so depressed and anxious that i spiral into a panic attack. the only thing that helps me cope is knowing that i have the choice to live my life the way i want to until that day comes and hoping i fulfill that in some way