Anxiety

@Toxicboy, Sometimes talking to a trusted friend or one of our listeners at 7 cups might help you look at what is causing this apprehensiveness in you. Sometimes having some light music on the background as you sleep and waking up to it helps the mind to feel familiar and relaxed.

@Toxicboy Try to do something you like. I sometimes feel anxious after I wake up. Or try to find the thing that make you feel anxious. Then, try to solve it. Just suggestions. You can ask for professional help.

@Toxicboy Looks like it is been a long time. Hope you are doing well.

@Toxicboy

Hey, I know it can be so challenging to wake up with these annoying feelings, but I promise, so many people experience this. You are not alone. Do you mind expanding on what you think may be causing your anxiety? I have found that using the DBT skill distract with ACCEPTS (Activities, Contributing, Comparisons, Emotions, Pushing Away, Thoughts, and Sensations) is extremely helpful, especially when dealing with unwanted anxiety. The way to do use this skill is by distracting yourself by using one of these categories. For example, an activity would be playing a videogame that you love, or watching your favorite movie or TV show, or even just hanging out with your pet, friends, or family! I have so much faith in you, you got this!

This is a horrible feeling and I'm sure it must have been very overwhelming for you. Anxiety that you experience without a reason is the worst and can really take a toll on your mental health. When this happens in the future, try to take your power away from the anxiety. What I mean by that is to not let your anxiety control you. Tell yourself that there's nothing to worry about and it's only your brain convincing you that you should be experiencing fight or flight in that moment. The best way I've found to do this that may help in your situation is to listen to calming music or watch calming videos on youtube! Not only does it take your mind away from the anxious feeling but it calms down your mind and lets you not feeling that overwhelming feeling at the moment. You're really strong for dealing with this anxiety and I believe in you<3

@Toxicboy oh that feeling truly sucks. It can be really tough to experience those feelings. Take some slow, deep breaths to help calm your anxiety. If you'd like, you can try some grounding exercises or mindfulness techniques to help reain control. Have a great day ahead ✨

@Toxicboy

Hey @Toxicboy, I'm sorry to hear that you are feeling this anxiety right now, I know how overwhelming that can be. Just know that you have a great network here of Listeners who are here to support you as you work through this. There are also some great resources available on 7 cups as well. Just know that you aren't alone.

I really understand that must be hard to wake up and start the day like that. But believe me, it can be solved. Just need to explore it further and find the real problem and then its solution. Is it the first time or happening often? Would you tell me more about last night or any recent stressful situation?

@Toxicboy I know it's been a long time since you posted this. However, I wanted to tell you that...

I'm sorry you felt this way. Nobody deserves to feel anxious all the time. I'm glad you took the first step to talk about what you are going through. If you ever need someone to talk to one-on-one, I'm here.

There are always resources, such as meditation and counseling that might work, whether that's in 7Cups or other platforms.

I genuinely hope you feel better.

@Toxicboy

I’m so sorry you’re feeling like this, how are you feeling now? I know it can be very overwhelming. I want you to know there are some amazing listeners on here, who can support you and listen to you and also help you work through this the best they can, you aren’t alone. If you want you could also message me on this, and we can talk more about it if you want.