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FiaCasual Contributor
Hi I have no idea where to start I've suffered both anxiety and depression a long time I normally find ways of dealing with it but I just don't seem to be able to anymore it's like it's taking over all I want to do is sleep I really don't know what to do doctors don't seem to listen or I don't think I'm being articulate enough when trying to explain how I'm feeling
In response to: Anxiety depression
MsgreenyCasual Contributor
Hi @Daisydreamer
My anxiety has taken over in the last week as I have stopped working 6 days a week and realise now I have been dealing with the grief off a relationship break up a year ago by working all the time to mask my pain.
I was expecting to have accepted the breakup by now especially since it was my choice.
I have an appointment with my Dr and a psychologist in May.
I sleep a lot so I'm not thinking all the time.
I am making every possible effort to stay positive.
In response to: Re: Anxiety depression,@ haystacks
DaisydreamerSenior Contributor
Hi @Msgreeny,
It is good to hear from you again, and I appreciate you letting me know what is going on for you.
Anxiety after a break up can be really tough can't it?
One thing that really resonated for me is the self awareness around the role of working a lot to cope with the anxiety in those first 6 months- it's not always easy to look within and think about what we might be doing to mask the feelings we have. Now that you have reduced your working days, how have you been coping with the anxiety as it comes up?
It sounds like you are taking steps to look after yourself with sleep, trying to stay positive and arranging appointments. As a fellow anxiety survivor, I find managing my anxiety after big life events is still a work in progress, and hearing your self awareness is really inspiring for me 
Any time you want to talk about anxiety or how it shows up in your life, there are so many people here who can relate! And we are always ready to lend an ear, share a virtual cup of tea, and celebrate the steps you take forward alongside you
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