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ediep wrote: I feel my anxiety level is very high right now

I feel nervous and scared for no reason, I need some wprds of encouragment please

luvbug00 replied: Edie I'm sorry I'm a little late finding this. but I hope you are ok please check in and let us know if your alright. I'll be thinking of you!

PrairieMom replied: ive been there.

Kaitlin'smom replied: sorry you feel this way, I am stressed and not doing well, even yard work did not help, I know what I need but......sorry hang in there hun. Maybe take a bath or something?

CantWait replied: Hang in there Edie.

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Calimama replied: I hope you're feeling better hun.

A&A'smommy replied: I'm thinking about you and sending LOTS of calming throughts your way!!!

kimberley replied: Deep breaths and distaction. Can you get out for a walk or call an old friend and chat? put on the comedy channel? sorry if it all sounds lame.. those are just some things that help me. kup.

Maddie&EthansMom replied: Distraction is best. Is there anywhere you can go to keep your mind off of things? I'm glad you came here and I hope the feeling passed.

lovemy2 replied: Are you ok Edie? Is DH still out of town???

ediep replied: hi guys
thanks so much for the words of encouragement. I have been taking my meds, but I still have some good days and some bad days. I called my sisters today to help distract me, I took a walk, went to church, went out to dinner, got some ice cream, and looking at Emma's sweet face makes my happy
....anything to help keep my busy and distracted

My trigger that starts my anxiety is my stomach. Sometimes I wake up and feel a litte neasous, and then when I use the bathroom, and my stomach doesn't feel better, (probabaly because its my nerves that is making my stomach ache). ...I must have had to use the bathroom 5-7 times today and each time, it makes me more anxious. I know it sounds silly, even typing it it looks silly to me, but its how I feel right now.

DH is finally coming home tomorrow night. My parents have been spending lots of time here and tonight my MIL is here. Tomorrow my sis and bro-in-law are going to spend the day with us.

I wish I knew why I feel like this, and how to snap out of it. Sometimes I feel ok and sometimes I feel on the verge of tears. Poor Jason saw me crying today and came over and pat my shoulder and said you'll be fine mom.

I saw a therapist on Friday and I have another appointment next week. I am hoping to get some grounding techniques when I feel so anxious that I feel neausous and my stomach starts up

Maddie&EthansMom replied: Thank you Thank you Thank you for typing all of this out, Edie. I do believe that is key in helping you get better. Being honest about your feelings is so important. I just really respect the fact that you aren't holding all this in and you are asking for help...asking for people to be near you. You are so strong and you will get thru this. Things will start looking up soon.

I'm praying for you sweetie. You are never far from my thoughts.

lovemy2 replied: Do you know Edie what it is that really sets this off? You are such a wonderful Mom, please don't second guess yourself....look at those beautiful children take comfort in the fact that you are doing such wonderful things for them

Jamison'smama replied: Hugs to you Edie! I know this is hard for you, it is frustratring when you can't just analize/rationalize your way out of feelings. I hope you find comfort soon, your therapist will give you some really helpful concrete things to try. I am so glad you are seeking the help from family and friends that you need. This will improve soon, I pray that it is very soon.

moped replied: I know I am late coming in here, but I hope you are feeling better. I did not really know you trouble with anxiety.....is it PPD related? I hope you are doing better tonight

MommyToAshley replied:
Edie, I am sorry I wasn't around when you needed some words of encouragement, but I wanted to add my hugs.

Do you think the meds could be upsetting your stomach, is that a possible side effect? It could very well be nerves alone, but I am just wondering if the meds add to it? Just a thought, although I am sure you've already discussed this with your doc.

I'm glad your getting help from family and friends. I wish I lived closer, I'd come keep you company. But, since we don't live close.. I hope to be on the next time you want to talk.

luvmykids replied: I'm glad your family has been able to help out, I know it feels ridiculous sometimes but you're incredibly strong for even being able to admit when you need some help. I hope things start to look up for you very soon

gr33n3y3z replied:
see that YOU did it
WTG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ediep replied: again, thanks soooo much, it means to much to me that you are all here to offer me such support.

It is sooo frustrating to be so nervous and anxious without really having a reason

MY DH is currently on his way home and that eases my mind so much.

PrairieMom replied:
I get that way too. My DH tells me I "just have to get over it. Relax" Yeah right. Thanks for the support. I KNOW I am being irrational, but the feelings are real none the less. Its so hard. I hope you feel better.

gr33n3y3z replied: I'm so glad he is on his way home