Ok fibro fam,
I think everyone can relate. Pain is about a nine right now and my anxiety has been so bad my hands are shaking. This just isn’t my day. Please tell me I’m not the only one who gets this way. Plus having to deal with others anxiety and try to be strong for them when I feel as if I could collapse is just getting so damn old. And I’ve had to do it my whole life.
Sorry this is a vent but I figure you all will understand the most. This disease makes my days an upward climb.
Oh no Ahava31 hang in there. Yes we all can relate and this really stinks. You came to the right place to vent because we all understand. I know sometimes when my pain level is high I try a nice hot bath or wrap in my heating blanket and it will get my mind off the pain for a bit. Sure hope this passes for you soon. Sending gentle hugs your way, Robin
Alot of my days are a 9 or 10 without meds. Plus the anxiety. I don't know how come we have been afflicted with this!! Doesn't seem fair does it? Just want to go back to being "before Fibro". Stay strong for yourself...learn that others need to do for themselves. You only have enough energy to deal with your own issues...even then, we don't have enough. Vent away....
Ahava31, Not to worry about sharing... I have trouble with anxiety as well. For me it is triggered by many different things... Anything that was just a frustration before, now causes a mental blackout. I don't have as many problems with it right now because I'm not working. I've been told for years to try breathing and relaxation.... These don't work for me. I have to get away from the source and it takes me awhile to unwind. I don't know if this is of any help, other then knowing your not alone.
Ahava31,
I have very bad pain days like you are experiencing even with my pain meds. I know someone else suggested this, but I also use a heating pad to help relieve some of the pain. I go from my recliner to the sofa and back again some mornings. If I have to go someplace early in the day, I set my alarm for 5a.m. or 530a.m., get up, eat something, take my pain meds and lay back down. Then by 7a.m. or so, I can get up and shower and get dressed. But it is hard. So I know what you mean, everyone here knows what you are going thru.
Feel better,
Jackie
Oh Ahava. I'm so sorry. When I get like this I take a hot bath with some epsom salts. Also, to reduce anxiety, try just sitting and breathing. Close your eyes and just listen to your breath for about five minutes. It helps you to focus on you and right now. You can't worry about the "stuff" if your focusing on you.
You can vent all you want here! This is what we are for...each other!
Gentle hugs,
LKitty
Thanks for the support everyone, it really does help to know you are all here. I have always had very bad anxiety, but the fibro just intensifies it to new degrees. I will try the advice you all have put out there, something has gotta help eventually, these anxiety attacks are just getting so old.
Hi Ahava,
Here is some good advice from a very wise person, I think you may know her!
http://forum.livingwithfibro.org/profile/Ahava31
Be as good to yourself as you can! Try to stay away from the negative!
Be as well and as happy as you can!
SK
Thank you SK, I really appreciate That.
Hey aha,
Have you talked to your Doc about this? Something like Valium or Xanax may not only help with panic/anxiety attacks, but also help to loosen up muscles! Worth a shot, you know?
Hey SK,
I have tried Valium before but honestly felt that the negatives outweighed the positives concerning it as a daily med. I have really considered Xanax however, my anxiety attacks are so sudden and severe at times, it truly is almost paralyzing. I think I might ask him about it the next time I go for a check up. Any med recommendations would be greatly appreciated, as would any homeopathic remedies anyone has stumbled upon and found useful.
Thanks fibro fam! <3
Hi Ahava,
An "upward climb" is one of the kindest descriptions I've ever heard about fibro! Yes, it does make our days difficult, no doubt about it.
And please, feel free to vent away!!!! That's what keeps us sane and from biting our loved ones' heads off. So please continue to do so until you feel a bit better from doing it.
Ahava,
I think that dealing with our own illness is 2 full time jobs as it is. I don't understand how some people, like you, are able to stretch yourselves into helping others as well. Bless you for doing so, but no wonder you're feeling affected by nerves! Is there someone else who can pitch in to help you, either for yourself or for the other person with anxiety? Like maybe give you a day or two off? If the person is severely affected, maybe some services might be available to them - or you - for some daytime help.
Can you take a decaffinated tea, like Sleepy Time, to help with your nerves? My grandmum used to swear by Chamomile tea.
Would very gentle, slow moving exercise like Tai Chi help you out? Also, like L Kitty suggested, slow breathing can help with anxiety at times.
I'm sorry that your day was so chaotic and I'm sorry that you have more on your plate than you can handle. Maybe it's time to see if anyone else can step up to the plate?
Warmly,
Petunia