Anxiety

@IDontKnow0123

Oh your not alone and i wish i had good advice. I do the same vicious cycle on food, full, fat, stress, ect. But i got into therapy now and hope i can learn and then share what they teach me.

Blessings, Day

@IDontKnow0123

you are not alone 💕 eating is one of the few things that gives me solace as well. Don't feel guilty about feeling your feelings. Sometimes the best thing we can do for ourselves is ride the wave of anxiety...even though it's certainly not always fun.

I have anxiety too, maybe meditation can help

@IDontKnow0123 I know this is not comfortable. Don't blame yourself. Maybe learn some tips to overcome it. Or get some professional help.

@IDontKnow0123
I'm really sorry to hear that you're feeling anxious and caught in a cycle of overthinking. It can be tough when these thoughts make you believe you deserve to feel this way. Seeking temporary relief by running away or turning to food is understandable. However, it's important to find healthier ways to cope with these feelings. If you ever need someone to talk to or if you're seeking support, please remember that there are people out there who are willing to listen and help. You can connect with any listener here who can provide a safe space to discuss what's been bothering you. You don't have to face this alone. I hope your pain eases soon.

@IDontKnow0123 Don't allow the voices to control you. Difficult I know, yet you actually have more control over them than you think. Instead of listening to the voices shut them out. Find hobbies or things you enjoy to ease the pain and relax.

@IDontKnow0123 So sorry you are feeling so anxious. I totally understand you running towards food. I do the same things sometimes, we all do!:) Try some breathing exercises, I find they help me sometimes.

@IDontKnow0123

completely understand that! Overthinking can be very overwhelming and im sorry thats happening to you! You don’t deserve it, no matter how much the little guy in your head says you do, you have to believe that you dont, which is the truth. I really hope that it gets better for you!

@IDontKnow0123 I that's a very normal experience I think. If you think about it, as humans we share a lot in common with our ancestors. When humans were just cave men, we had plenty to be afraid of, because there was plenty of things trying to make us their dinner. Back then, the only time we would eat was when we were safe, so it's very natural that eating brings a feeling of comfort and safety. This is going to sound odd, but I struggled with this a lot when I was doing my finals, and chewing gum in high stress situations helped me! I guess it's because it trucks the body into thinking you're eating. I would also suggest challenging your thoughts. Thoughts and feelings may feel like fact, but they rarely are. It takes a lot of practise, but it really does help. Whenever you're thinking "oh I'm in so much trouble, I'm going to fail at x" try to consider other options like "I might fail, and that's OK. But I've been working hard for it, so it's unlikely that I will fail" or when you think "This person probably hates me" consider "they probably don't hate me, they might just be shy. They might even be thinking that I hate them!". I would do some research into challenging your thoughts, it really helped me a lot. And for the times where your mind is so loud that you just can't do anything, try making an 'emergency box' in advance, filled with little things that you find comforting, something with a smell you love, something that feel nice like a small plush teddy, something you can distract yourself with like a book. I've spoken to a few people that really recommend this.

And remember, you're thoughts are not fact. You do not deserve to feel this way, you do not deserve bad things. You deserve to feel calm and safe and happy, and even if you have done or said something that makes you feel like you deserve some kind of punishment, just know that nothing you could have done would justify you deserving anything bit safety and happiness. We all make mistakes, it just proves that we're human. How else will we learn anything? You deserve to be happy.

Reach out to the people around you, it's uncomfortable but it helps. You don't have to tell them what you're going through if you don't want to, but sometimes just being around another person you trust can really help.

Hope this helped! X

@IDontKnow0123 I'm here to listen and support you through what you're experiencing. It sounds like you're facing a challenging cycle of anxiety, overthinking, and seeking relief through eating. It's important to recognize that you're not alone in dealing with these feelings, and there are steps we can take to address this pattern. It takes time and effort to overcome such patterns, but remember that change is possible. You're taking a positive step by acknowledging your feelings and seeking support. I'm here to provide support and a listening ear whenever you need it.