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Weekly Prompt #35: What type of anxiety do you struggle with?
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 15 hours ago
...See more Hello all and welcome back to another discussion,  A couple of weeks ago we discussed: How do you conquer fear and the "All-Eyes-On-Me" feeling? [https://www.7cups.com/forum/anxiety/General_2428/WeeklyPrompt34HowdoyouconquerfearandtheAllEyesOnMefeeling_326784/] Thank you to all who participated and shared your thoughts with us. I appreciate you all. I hope all who may read it find it relatable too. If anyone hasn't shared yet, please share them here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/anxiety/General_2428/WeeklyPrompt34HowdoyouconquerfearandtheAllEyesOnMefeeling_326784/] and I look forward to reading and discussing them with you. Thank you to @JollyRacher for suggesting the topic of different types of anxiety or panic attacks one experiences and that is what I look forward to discussing and hearing you all in this discussion.  Anxiety can come in different forms, shapes, and intensity for everyone. The type of anxiety you struggle with is a deeply personal experience that can have a significant impact on your daily life. This week's prompt: What type of anxiety do you struggle with? So, let's discuss and share different types of anxiety or panic attacks you experiencing and if there are any first steps you taking, even when it's scary. I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts and experiences! Note:  I invite all to help me with creating these weekly prompt discussions so that we all can come together and discuss something related to anxiety every week. If you any interested in helping me out, please share your interest through this form and  I will reach out to you to guide and support you in creating the next discussion.  [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefjDBwy85YFxWpfrqrdXbdMORBC-pvJA4xhd10R9lMq66fIw/viewform] Join us in the Anxiety Support Chat every Monday and Tuesday! [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] -------------------------
Anxiety Support Resources Masterpost
by Sealiously
Last post
 Saturday
...See more Anxiety Self-Help Guide [https://www.7cups.com/anxiety-help/] Anxiety Self-Help Modules & Workbooks by the Centre of Clinical Interventions [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/AnxietySelfHelpModulesWorkbooksbytheCentreforClinicalInterventions_190091/] "Normal Anxiety" Versus Generalised Anxiety Disorder [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/NormalAnxietyVersusGeneralisedAnxietyDisorder_53785/] 14 Unexpected Symptoms of Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/14UnexpectedSymptomsofAnxietyHaveYouExperiencedAny_110438/] 15 Facts about People with Concealed Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/15factsaboutpeoplewithconcealedanxiety_50407/] 5 Signs you're suffering with Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/5SignsYoureSufferingWithAnxiety_90026/] Anxiety & Memory Loss [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/AnxietyandMemoryLoss_169616/] Anxiety Disorder Causes - Myths & Reality [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/AnxietyDisorderCausesMythsReality_50768/] Anxiety and Losing Touch with Reality [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/AnxietyandLosingTouchWithReality_45404/] Anxiety in Children [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/Anxietyinchildren_211561/] Anxiety vs. Stress - how to recognize them? [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/AnxietyvsStresshowtorecognizethem_226749/] Procrastination Self Study [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/ProcrastinationSelfStudy_155934/] The Influence of Cognition and Personality on Stress [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/TheInfluenceofCognitionandPersonalityOnStress_177488/] Types of Negative Thoughts and How to Cope [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/AnxietyResourceTypesofNegativeThoughtsandHowtoCope_222110/] OCD and Exposure Therapy [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/OCDAndExposureTherapyAnHonorsProject_197204/] Social Media and Mental Health [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/ridaaxoshonorsprojectSocialMediaandMentalHealth_200376/] Test Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/TestAnxietyHonorsProject_123215/] The Effects of Anxiety on College Students [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/HonorsProjectTheEffectsofAnxietyonCollegeStudents_128386/] Understanding and Coping with Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/HonorsProjectUnderstandingandCopingwithAnxiety_85731/] 11 Tips for Anxiety Sufferers [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/11TipsforAnxietySufferers_199798/] 6 Effective technique for handling anxiety and panic attack [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/6Effectivetechniqueforhandlinganxietyandpanicattack_191272/] 5 ways you can reduce anxiety in every day life [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/5WaysyoucanreduceAnxietyinEveryDayLife_221992/] Anxiety attacks - helpful tips and tricks [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/AnxietyAttacksHelpfulTipsandTricks_222672/] Anti-anxiety and panic attack techniques [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/Antianxietypanicattacktechniques_25678/] Anxiety & Helping Someone Cope [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/AnxietyHelpingSomeoneCope_37844/] Challenging Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/ChallengingAnxiety_139651/] Coping Skills for Managing Anxiety, Panic, and Stress [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/CopingSkillsformanagingAnxietyPanicandStress_165178/] Coping with Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/CopingAnxiety_183742/] Coping skills dump (feel free to add yours) [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/Copingskillsdumpfeelfreetoaddyours_223788/] Grounding and Coping with Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/GroundingandCopingwithAnxiety_218263/] How To Cope With Panic Attacks [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/HowToCopeWithPanicAttacks_170687/] Panic attacks and Irritable Bowel Syndrome [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/PanicattacksandIBS_181350/] Things I wish I had been told 3 years ago [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/ThingsIWishIdBeenTold3YearsAgo_179636/] Tips to Cope with a Panic Attack [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupportCommunity_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/TipstoCopewithaPanicAttack_50795/?notifyID=164697429] You can see and think differently [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/Youcanseeandthinkdifferently_95683/] 10 ways to relax [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/10waystorelax_183024/] 9 Yoga Tips To Overcome Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/9YogaTipsToOvercomeAnxiety_94157/] 5 Psychology Exercises to Understand Your Anxiety Better [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/5PsychologyExercisestoUnderstandYourAnxietyBetter_95562/] Breathing Exercises [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/BreathingExercises_79456/] Coping with Anxiety - Mindfulness [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/CopingwithAnxietyMindfulness_119425/] Free-writing as a Coping Skill [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/FreeWritingasaCopingSkill_158031/] Gifs to help you relax and calm you down [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/Gifstohelpyourelaxandcalmyoudown_54192/1/] Making A Safety Plan [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/MakingASafetyPlan_174801/] Making a Scale for your Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/MakingaScaleforyourAnxiety_143263/] Meditation [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/Meditation_192311/] Online Panic and Agoraphobia Scale [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/OnlinePanicandAgoraphobiaScale_156590/] Pleasurable Activities [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/PleasurableActivities_84927/] ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- And.. a personal note to people with anxiety from @Jem7Cups [https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupport_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/APersonalNoteToPeopleWithAnxiety_220248/] cc: @VickyP @zaatarHoney @Emmur
How to Calm an Anxiety Attack: Practical Tips and Techniques 🙏
by Jem7Cups
Last post
 Saturday
...See more Anxiety attacks can be incredibly overwhelming. They are characterised by a sudden surge of intense fear or discomfort, and can be accompanied by physical symptoms like a racing heart, shortness of breath, and trembling. Although they can feel incredibly isolating, it's important to remember that you're not alone, and there are techniques that can help. Here's a guide to calming an anxiety attack: 1. Grounding Techniques: Grounding helps bring you back to the present moment. Here are some techniques to try: - 5-4-3-2-1: Identify five things you can see, four you can touch, three you can hear, two you can smell, and one you can taste. - Hold an object: Focus on its texture, temperature, weight, and other physical qualities. 2. Deep Breathing: This can help slow your heart rate and calm your mind. Try inhaling for a count of four, holding for a count of four, and exhaling for a count of four. 3. Challenge Negative Thoughts: Anxiety often comes with a rush of negative and irrational thoughts. Challenge them by asking: - Is this thought true? - Is there evidence to support it? - What's the worst that could happen? And what's more likely to happen? 4. Remind Yourself: Tell yourself that this is an anxiety attack and it will pass. You've gotten through them before and you will get through this one as well. 5. Find a Calm Environment: If possible, step away from an overwhelming environment. This could be a quiet room or even just a few moments outdoors. 6. Use Distraction Techniques: Engage in an activity that requires your attention. This can be anything from counting backwards, coloring, or focusing on a simple task. 7. Seek Comfort: Talk to someone you trust about how you're feeling. Sometimes, just vocalising your feelings can be therapeutic. 8. Avoid Caffeine and Sugar: These can exacerbate anxiety. Instead, drink water or herbal tea. 9. Use Positive Affirmations: Say positive affirmations to yourself, such as "I am safe," "This too shall pass," or "I am in control." 10. Seek Professional Help: If you're experiencing frequent anxiety attacks, it might be time to seek help from a professional, such as a therapist or counsellor. They can provide coping mechanisms tailored to you. Remember, everyone is different and some techniques might work better for you than others. It's about finding what's most effective for you. Most importantly, be gentle with yourself. Anxiety attacks can be challenging, but with the right tools and support, they can become more manageable.
Need to talk to someone
by sammysfight
Last post
 30 minutes ago
...See more I feel really anxious and suicidal and would love someone to reach out to me and talk to me it would be much appreciated
Constant Doubt
by BibiLove
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more Am I the only one that just feels like everyone hates me?
Gratitude
by Catmomj99
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more As we move on in our daily lives it is important not to forget to thank ourselves and the almighty for the strength we showed in difficult situations. We must appreciate and try to be kind to ourselves. Treat yourself as the way you treat others. ❤️
Weekly Prompt #34: How do you conquer fear and the "All-Eyes-On-Me" feeling?
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 3 hours ago
...See more Hello all and welcome back to another discussion,  A couple of weeks ago we discussed: How open do you feel about talking about your anxiety with others? [https://www.7cups.com/forum/anxiety/General_2428/WeeklyPrompt33Howopendoyoufeelabouttalkingaboutyouranxietywithothers_325964/] Thank you to all who participated and shared your thoughts with us. I appreciate you all. I hope all who may read it find it relatable too. If anyone hasn't shared yet, please share them here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/anxiety/General_2428/WeeklyPrompt33Howopendoyoufeelabouttalkingaboutyouranxietywithothers_325964/] and I look forward to reading and discussing them with you. Thank you to @Michelh1996  for suggesting the topic of Conquering Fear and the "All-Eyes-On-Me" Feeling and that is what I look forward to discussing and hearing you all in this discussion.  I know we have all been wrestling with that feeling of being stuck - wanting to do something new, and put ourselves out there, but being held back by a swarm of anxieties. The fear of judgment, the "all-eyes-on-me" jitters, even though we somewhere know it's probably not true. We all experience moments of feeling judged, fearful, or like everyone's watching.  This week's prompt: How do these anxieties manifest for you, and what situations trigger them most? I would love to hear your experiences and what strategies you've used to overcome these fears. Maybe we can brainstorm some positive affirmations or ways to reframe that negative self-talk that holds us back. Please also share some success stories!   Have you ever pushed through the fear and taken initiative?  What did you do, and how did it feel afterward? I believe there's power in being proactive, and not letting anxieties dictate our choices.  So, let's discuss and share some ways to move past and take those first steps, even when it's scary. I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts and experiences! Note:  I invite all to help me with creating these weekly prompt discussions so that we all can come together and discuss something related to anxiety every week. If you any interested in helping me out, please share your interest through this form and  I will reach out to you to guide and support you in creating the next discussion.  [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefjDBwy85YFxWpfrqrdXbdMORBC-pvJA4xhd10R9lMq66fIw/viewform] Join us in the Anxiety Support Chat every Monday and Tuesday! [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] -------------------------
Anxiety Check-in (●'◡'●)
by daydreammemories
Last post
 4 hours ago
...See more Hello amazing people 😇 Let's have a check-in. How have you all been doing? 💚You can answer any of the following questions, or simply say hi. Any question on anxiety is welcome as well. Let's share our thoughts and support each other!  🌟1. How has your day or week been so far?  🌟2. How much is anxiety affecting your life these days?  🌟3. How are you currently taking your anxiety under control? and what benefits there is to take our anxiety under control? Let's start with these simple questions, looking forward to hearing from you!  ice breaker: What's your favorite movie title? 🎥
Moment To Myself
by BrHloveCmW4ever
Last post
 5 hours ago
...See more I was just with my girlfriend and watching Tv with her and then all of a sudden I felt sad.. Proper having a tiny meltdown.. I think I’m just having a small moment to myself and my girlfriend is really supportive and kind as always.. Love her so much 🥺❤️
Weekly Prompt #35: What type of anxiety do you struggle with?
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 15 hours ago
...See more Hello all and welcome back to another discussion,  A couple of weeks ago we discussed: How do you conquer fear and the "All-Eyes-On-Me" feeling? [https://www.7cups.com/forum/anxiety/General_2428/WeeklyPrompt34HowdoyouconquerfearandtheAllEyesOnMefeeling_326784/] Thank you to all who participated and shared your thoughts with us. I appreciate you all. I hope all who may read it find it relatable too. If anyone hasn't shared yet, please share them here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/anxiety/General_2428/WeeklyPrompt34HowdoyouconquerfearandtheAllEyesOnMefeeling_326784/] and I look forward to reading and discussing them with you. Thank you to @JollyRacher for suggesting the topic of different types of anxiety or panic attacks one experiences and that is what I look forward to discussing and hearing you all in this discussion.  Anxiety can come in different forms, shapes, and intensity for everyone. The type of anxiety you struggle with is a deeply personal experience that can have a significant impact on your daily life. This week's prompt: What type of anxiety do you struggle with? So, let's discuss and share different types of anxiety or panic attacks you experiencing and if there are any first steps you taking, even when it's scary. I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts and experiences! Note:  I invite all to help me with creating these weekly prompt discussions so that we all can come together and discuss something related to anxiety every week. If you any interested in helping me out, please share your interest through this form and  I will reach out to you to guide and support you in creating the next discussion.  [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefjDBwy85YFxWpfrqrdXbdMORBC-pvJA4xhd10R9lMq66fIw/viewform] Join us in the Anxiety Support Chat every Monday and Tuesday! [https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php] -------------------------
Homelessness
by powerfulBalloon4612
Last post
 16 hours ago
...See more Hello,  I think this is my first share here but I am terrified that I am going to be homeless when I am older. I have autism and I have trouble with budgeting my money. 
Consultation
by IgnaciaLand
Last post
 16 hours ago
...See more Can social anxiety and erythrophobia be completely cured? Or are they irreversible? If I have been suffering from them for 12 years?
Anxiety
by compassionateCar7091
Last post
 18 hours ago
...See more If God brings you to it. He will bring you through it
Conquering Anxiety: Introduction to Anxiety and its impact on life
by Hope
Last post
 18 hours ago
...See more Hi everyone! I hope you are doing well. It is time for our very first post in the Conquering Anxiety series. This is an introductory post. For most people who deal with anxiety, you likely do not need an introduction therefore we are only briefly talking about this topic.  What is anxiety?  NHS UK defines anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe. It is normal to feel anxious from time to time such as before an exam. However it is an issue when your anxiety starts to hinder you from living your life. When you do not show up to your exams because you are anxious, when you no longer want to meet people because of how anxious you feel etc.  Why does anxiety exist? Because it is helpful in reasonable situations, it protects us from immediate dangers. Usually it encourages flight or fight state where you either wish to fight the situation or flee to save yourself from the immediate danger. Duke University professor Mark Leary put it, “A deer may be startled by a loud noise and take off through the forest, but as soon as the threat is gone, the deer immediately calms down and starts grazing. And it doesn’t appear to be tied in knots the way that many people are.” The challenge for most of us is that the stressors are usually not immediate and even if they are the solutions are not as simple as the deer’s example. When we start to feel anxious about things that are out of our control or are way in the future, so often that it disturbs our life, then we need to put a stop to it.  When your anxiety stops you from living your life or disturbs your routine where you go out of your way to avoid certain things and do other things to avoid worsening anxiety then it is worth checking with a professional about the possibility of an anxiety disorder.  What areas of life can be impacted by anxiety? We are specifically talking about the kind of anxiety experienced by someone who has an anxiety disorder. You will have heard of many different ways anxiety impacts but lets look at some broad common experiences.  * Physical sensations like stomach aches, fast beating heart, excessive sweating, and feeling hot or cold.  * Experiencing worry, excessive stress, and ruminating over things (rumination is obsessive thinking about an idea, situation, or choice especially when it interferes with normal mental functioning) * In social life, people can withdraw from social situations to avoid heightened anxiety.  * Relationships, if you are often on edge and experiencing anxiety, the disturbance it causes can impact your relationships.  * Work and study, you may do poorly on work and/or study.  Almost everything can be impacted but it can vary from person to person, therefore we have a wide list of anxiety disorders.  What are some common Anxiety disorders? People often talk about anxiety in general but this is an umbrella term and there are quite a few categories of anxiety.  * Generalized Anxiety Disorder (Perhaps the most common one and the one people think about when we say anxiety).  * Panic Disorder (panic attacks being the main reoccurring symptom) * Social Anxiety (Trouble socializing) * Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (Often misrepresented in media, compulsions are one of the main symptoms of the disorder) * Phobia-related (The list is extensive but the underlying factor is the inability to continue with daily life because you are terrified of X or Y) It is important to understand that labels are only as helpful as the help they lead to. To some, it can feel validating to receive a label and for others it may be devastating. It is best to leave the assignment of such labels upto a qualified professional. If you feel like you have an anxiety disorder, please reach out to a trained professional.  This series will tackle anxiety in general, the principles can help people across any anxiety disorder as anxiety is the main factor in all of these disorders, just the specific focus of it tends to differ.  Questions for you. Please note you note you need to answer these questions to be eligible for the certificate at the end of the series.  * When did first notice anxiety disrupting your day to day life? * If you could do one thing without feeling anxious, what would you pick? The above questions require talking about personal experiences which is not possible on a listener account, listeners, you can instead tell us about your key takeaways from this post. Further Reading What is anxiety? [https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/generalised-anxiety-disorder/overview/] The Evolution of Anxiety: Why We Worry and What to Do About It [https://jamesclear.com/evolution-of-anxiety] ------------------------- This post is part of the Conquering Anxiety series, you can find all posts of the series here.  [https://www.7cups.com/forum/community/CommunitySpace_2590/ConqueringAnxietyMasterpostOngoingSeries_327724/]
Anxiety management
by SirenOfTheBrokenKind
Last post
 1 day ago
...See more What are some practical techniques or strategies you've found helpful in managing anxiety during challenging situations, and how do you incorporate them into your daily life?

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