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New To The Anxiety Support Community? Introduce Yourself Here!
by Laura
Last post
 September 9th
...See more Let us know more about you, what brings you to 7 Cups! We are glad you are here!
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Not All Longest Nights Belong to the Sky
by daydreammemories
Last post
 August 31st
...See more Hello hello wonderful humans! I hope your days go as smoothly as possible💚 Happy holidays and Merry Christmas to everyone celebrating🎉🙂 Last Sunday was the longest night of the year for many of us. In Persian, this night is celebrated as "Yalda". Yalda Night is known as the longest night of the year — a moment we can measure, predict, and mark together. We know exactly when it starts and when it ends. Historically, it symbolized the victory of light over darkness and hope over hardship. Families gather to stay awake through the night, trusting that after the longest darkness, the days would begin to grow longer again. ✨ But life has its own longest nights. There are nights that don’t follow astronomy or calendars. Nights of loss, anxiety, depression, uncertainty, illness, or waiting. Nights where time feels stretched, where the idea of “morning” feels distant or irrelevant. Nights that don’t end with sunlight, gatherings, or tradition. This post is about acknowledging those nights. The ones we don’t name. The ones we endure silently. The ones that feel endless not because of the sky, but because of what we are carrying. Yalda reminds us that darkness passes. But it also invites us to ask harder questions about the darkness we live through. ⁛What has been the longest night of your life? ⁛What made it feel endless? ⁛Did you have support, or did you carry it alone? ⁛What helped you get through — or are you still in it? ⁛And when you imagine “morning,” what does that actually mean for you? (Kindly please add trigger warning if necessary!) (Please use your member account to answer and your listener account for supportive replies)
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 August 28th
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Anxiety and Stress in College
by courteousSky9981
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 52 minutes ago
...See more Im not sure if this'll reach anyone but this is my first time using this website. Im a college student, and I just started my third year. Four weeks in and Im already super stressed with the amount of work I need to do. I have really bad anxiety and I cant socialize or talk with anybody. I've cried more times these past few weeks than I ever have in my entire life. Constantly overthinking about my school work and my future classes I need to take has made me feel even more anxious and stressed. There are multiple group projects im also working on this semester where i'll need to present. I also have really bad performance anxiety where I start to shake, sweat, and unable to think clearly. I'm not sure what to do anymore. I just want the anxiousness, stress, overthinking to stop. I want to be free from it all.  
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Stuck in a loop? Let's talk about rumination and how to interrupt anxiety spirals
by chyni
Last post
 1 hour ago
...See more Hi tea-mates!   Have you ever found yourself replaying a past situation, a conversation, or a mistake over and over in your head like a broken record? That specific type of overthinking is called rumination—when our minds get stuck in a continuous loop of replaying past distress or negative events without actually reaching a solution. The Two Faces of Rumination: Psychologists often break rumination down into two main types: Brooding: A passive, self-critical focus on negative feelings and their causes. This is the "Why did I do that?" or "Why does this always happen to me?" loop that usually worsens our mood. Reflective Pondering: A more constructive attempt to analyze a problem to gain insight or personal growth (e.g., "What can I learn from how I handled that?"). How the Loop Takes Over: The problem with brooding rumination and overthinking is that they feed on themselves. A negative thought triggers a physical feeling of anxiety, which your brain interprets as a threat, sparking more analytical thoughts to try to fix it. Because you can't change the past, the brain stays trapped in a loop, exhausting your energy. Ways to Interrupt the Cycle: Shift from "Why" to "How": Catch yourself asking "Why did this happen?" (brooding) and reframe it into "How can I handle this if it comes up again?" or "How can I care for myself right now?" The 5-Minute Brain Dump: Get the loop out of your head by writing down raw thoughts uninterrupted on paper. Once written down, mentally "park" the paper. Engage Your Body or Hands: Physical resets—like stepping outside, focusing on a tactile craft or hobby, or doing a quick sensory grounding exercise—signal to your nervous system that you are safe in the present moment. Name the Loop: Simply saying, "My brain is doing its brooding thing again," creates a small gap between you and the thought, reminding you that a thought is not a fact. Discussion Questions: 1. Do you find yourself leaning more toward brooding or reflective pondering when you overthink? 2. What is one simple physical or mental trick that helps you break the loop when your brain won't hit pause? Drop your thoughts below👇🏽 let’s share what works and support each other!
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Lessons I've learned from Anxiety
by amusingWest5360
Last post
 Monday
...See more Lessons I have learned from Anxiety    In 2009, I was diagnosed with generalized anxiety and spent a good portion of my (19-year-old) adult life taking pills to help me manage it. As time went on, I started to find ways to help myself without needing the use of medication. I found a yoga channel on YouTube, and I would do yoga pretty religiously. I'd do 30-day challenges, and I would watch countless breathing techniques for anxiety. I also turned to Pilates and dance fitness for more high-intensity workouts. As I got into my thirties, I started a routine of evening walks and sometimes mid-morning/afternoon walks. If anxiety started while in the car and we were close to the street we lived on, I would mention that I was going to walk home; I think I need to do move my body. To this day, at 37 yrs of age, I still take evening walks; I still search for breathing techniques and meditation, if need be, Qigong, which is similar to yoga but in a different way; I've researched face massages on YouTube, you name it.  Throughout my life, I have always been determined not to let anxiety control me or let it interfere with my daily life, no matter what I am feeling.  So the lessons that I've learned is that YOU have all the power in the world to control your anxiety rather than letting the anxiety take over and control YOU, even when it feels like nothing is working.  Breathing, whether you are trying it yourself or following a video ( I recommend), is one of the MOST important elements in lowering your heart rate because lowering your heart rate is the first thing that needs to come before anything else.  Moving your body should come second because anxiety uses energy; to release that energy, which is usually very uncomfortable, you need to move your body, whether it's yoga, bouncing a ball, taking a walk, Pilates, whatever feels comfortable for you in that moment, you should do it.  Resisting panic sounds easy, but it can be extremely hard if you are not used to ignoring that panic voice that goes off in your mind. I've learned that panic only creates more anxiety, which also creates a longer time for your body to calm down, so you need to say to yourself ' NO, we aren't going to panic because I am in charge," because we all know that YOU are in charge. Drinking warm tea or electrolytes is good to help regulate and calm your nervous system And lastly, know and understand that you can overcome anxiety when you take persistent steps regularly. Making these things part of your daily routine can lower anxiety attacks, panic attacks, and spiraling. But none of this will happen if you don't put in the work. SO put in the work, and you will see change. 
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Improve your mental wellness by observing yourself and taking breaks
by AReine
Last post
 Saturday
...See more Hello there 👋  Managing stress and anxiety for a short time might feel a little uncomfortable but the longer you manage it, the less able you are to handle the weight and push forward. To some, managing their mental wellness, meaning their ability to live productively and cope with normal stresses is about neglecting those bad feelings and putting even more energy and pressure. However, we need sometimes to slow down and figure out a better coping strategy for when things get too heavy.  Here are five tactics you can use to improve your mental wellness:   1. Count your blessings It's easy to take little things for granted. Make time everyday to list what you're grateful for — like the coffee you're drinking, or that you have a short commute to work.  💡As an illustration, think of five things everyday and keep them in a journal or sticky-note on your desk.    2. Check in with yourself  Actively observe your body, emotions, and thoughts without judgment at the beginning and end of each day.  💡💡As an illustration, don't be afraid to ask yourself questions. How does your body feel? What kind of thoughts are you having? How do you feel emotionally?  ‌ 3. Take care of your body Make a conscious effort to listen to your body and recognize what you need. 💡💡💡As an illustration, practice healthy eating, drink water, exercise, and keep a consistent sleeping schedule — even when you’re not that stressed.   ‌ 4. Talk to people According to Stanford research scientist, Emma Seppala, people who feel more connected to others have higher levels of self-esteem and lower levels of anxiety and depression.  💡💡💡💡As an illustration, make an effort to talk to people. This can be as simple as asking your coworker out for lunch or coffee.  ‌ 5. Take breaks  A 2011 study by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign showed that prolonged attention to a single task can actually hurt performance. Breaks can help you refocus your brain and give you the clarity you need to keep going. 💡💡💡💡💡As an illustration, when you find yourself working on a project for too long, take a break. Take a walk around your workplace, step outside, or switch to another task. Drop your thoughts 💬 below 👇: * Have you ever or do you know someone who experienced intense anxiety or pressure? Was it for a long or a short time ?  * How did you cope with that ? Which of those five tactics did you/they opt for? * If you have other tactics tell us about them 📩. * Which of those 5 tactics you see is more effective and can help ?  * If you are currently dealing with bad feelings such as stress and anxiety share with us what you feel and what is the cause of those feelings✍️. 💌 This is the fifth 5th discussion of the   Horizons series 💫🌌 [https://www.7cups.com/forum/countries/General_2439/Horizonsseries_380020/]
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First relationship and I’m scared
by thoughtfulDog8009
Last post
 September 9th
...See more So guys I just got in my first relationship and I’m very uncomfortable and unsure and scared so I don’t know what to do I feel so trapped I don’t want to hurt his feelings but I’m scared of this relationship he’s nice and respectful and all but I’m not ready 
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Feeling overwhelmed, lonely, and looking for someone to listen
by AbdelAAS
Last post
 September 5th
...See more Hi everyone. I’m going through a very hard time emotionally and I feel really alone. I had a difficult childhood and recently a TV show brought up a lot of old pain I thought I had buried. I’m struggling with intense sadness, confusion about relationships, and feeling like I don’t know how to be happy or calm. I don’t have friends and it’s hard for me to open up, but I’m trying. I’m not looking for advice right now—just someone kind to listen and help me feel less alone. Thank you for being here.
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My Dog Became Part of My Routine When I Was Struggling
by bubbleGrapefruit6423
Last post
 September 5th
...See more There was a period when depression made even simple things feel exhausting. I would stay in bed longer than I wanted to and slowly stopped doing things I normally enjoyed. Taking care of my dog gave me a reason to get up, go outside, and stick to a basic routine. I’m not saying a pet magically fixed everything, but having that companionship made some days easier. Later, I started learning more about emotional support animals and what they actually mean from a mental health perspective. That’s when I came across My ESA Therapist and found their information useful while I was figuring out whether an ESA was appropriate for my situation. Getting professional support and having my dog around both became small but meaningful parts of my journey. Some days are still difficult, but I’ve learned that progress doesn’t always have to be a huge step.
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Health anxiety
by easySail1800
Last post
 September 1st
...See more Hi! I'm new to the community. It's nice to see the different areas that are here. I've been struggling with health anxiety alot. I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's last year and health anxiety has just been a big struggle of mine. I think some of this is mixed in with OCD as well. 
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Just lost my job
by inthequeue
Last post
 August 31st
...See more I just lost my job. This is so heartbreaking. I've had this job for four years. I recently had a surgery. And I had to work after my surgery, without getting proper rest. It's a bummer. Surgery, and job loss....I don't know what's happening 
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Struggling with anxiety, panic attacks
by decisivePapaya5218
Last post
 August 29th
...See more Hi, I've been struggling with anxiety and panic disorder for almost three years now. I take medication for it, and my doctor recently increased the dose. This is the first medication I've tried, and I'm hoping things will eventually get better. One of the hardest parts for me is how afraid I am of physical symptoms. I experience dizziness, difficulty breathing, shaking, itching and tingling sensations on my skin, numbness, stomach problems, and other symptoms. I spend most of my day worrying about them. It feels like whenever one symptom goes away, a new one appears and gives me something else to worry about. I wake up with anxiety on my mind and go to sleep thinking about it. Right now, I feel like I'm in a very deep low point. I've been constantly dizzy, I'm afraid to leave the house, but sometimes I don't even feel safe inside my own home. I've also started neglecting my relationships and losing interest in the things I normally enjoy. My stamina is poor, and lately that has made me worry that there is something physically wrong with my body. During the past week, I've had two very intense panic attacks, and now I'm constantly afraid that another one will happen. I feel unmotivated and scared about the future. I really want to get better, but sometimes I feel stuck. I receive advice and try to follow it, but when my attempts don't work out the way I hoped, I become even more frustrated and anxious. Then I start feeling like nothing is working and nothing will ever get better. I've had many medical examinations, but whenever a new symptom appears, I'm torn between being terrified that something is wrong with me and being terrified of going to the doctor. I also find it very difficult to cope with difficult situations in life, and honestly, anxiety has affected almost every part of my life. I feel like it has taken so much away from me. I would really like to hear from people who have experienced something similar. How do you deal with constantly worrying about physical symptoms and feeling afraid all the time? Is it possible to get your life back from anxiety?
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Today was a bad day,,
by secretCranberry3328
Last post
 August 23rd
...See more Hello everyone, This is my first time posting but it felt instinctively right to do so today for support so i would appreciate any help or kind words. I recently began therapy and treatment for anxiety/depression. Today in particular has been very heavy. The past week has been heavy. A major stressor did happen in my life so i do understand that it’s okay for me not to be feeling great right now. But today in particular felt weird or different. Not sure how to describe but it feels like im floating, like my body is numb and my mind is racing. I do realise where i am and who is around me but it’s like im watching it from the outside not through my own eyes. Everything feels hazy or fuzzy.  And it somehow also feels physically heavy like im trying to walk through quick sand. If anyone has any advice on how to calm these feelings down or ways to deal I would appreciate it, or at least a way to calmly get through the night, im physically and mentally exhausted from the breakdowns and need a good night’s sleep if anyone has any tips on that. Thank you
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"Studying life."
by passionateCar8937
Last post
 August 23rd
...See more sooo before I explain any further guys I am a senior In high school in my final year of school! I am turning 19, I can't seem to wanna wrap my head around the possibilities of that I might fail, It scares me and I know I've been told by numerous of people in my life. "Oh u don't wanna grow up too quickly the real world is a scarier place." believe me I know it is, And I am more than ready to just go,go,go. I don't know how else to explain this feeling at all. Just every time I wake up having to get dressed and drive me and my siblings to school its like I can't help but stress myself out over possibilities that have yet to come. 

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