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Does anxiety ever entirely go away?

Profile: MaddieRomie227
MaddieRomie227 on Aug 29, 2015
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In my experience, no. Anxiety is a monster living in our minds, feeding us lies. Often, it is born so deep inside us that it takes some time to awaken. Others, it is prevalent young. But anxiety can not just go away, but we can work towards dealing with it!
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Profile: comfortingcucumber
comfortingcucumber on Sep 24, 2015
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Personally, I think it can. I suffered from anxiety a few years ago for about 6 months when I moved schools, and now I am unaffected. Besides the occasionally tendency to over-think or agonise over something I am practically fine. I would encourage anyone with anxiety to not ever give up hope. Seek help, strive forward, find ways of coping and forge good relationships. Even if these things are difficult at first, they will be well worth it. Mine healed with time, and I hope yours does :) Goodluck!
Profile: naturelovesyou
naturelovesyou on Dec 2, 2015
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Yes, it is not permanent. Nothing is permanent, so does anxiety. It might recur but it will pass again
Profile: sendinghugs1111
sendinghugs1111 on Sep 26, 2015
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Anxiety may never truly go away. Just as happiness may never go entirely away, anxiety is just another emotion. Just as anxiety is able to push down happiness, we can use happiness to push down anxiety. By doing things that make us comfortable and happy we can beat anxiety. Even though it may never go away, we can beat it every single time by trying our hardest to put on a smile :)
Profile: SusannaC
SusannaC on Dec 3, 2015
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Yes I think it truly can. It might take years of Mindfulness training however I believe that it can truly go away.
Profile: nlpinspiration
nlpinspiration on Feb 4, 2016
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Anxiety is only condition. It can be overcome with changing the focus of thinking. Body exercises also can reduce anxiety. Consumption of healthy food and drinking water helps in reduction of anxiety. With one word changing the mindset and lifestyle. Of course it took a time and investment in self development. But it is worth
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 6, 2016
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Anxiety is a feeling so I know it will be always be part of me , just like how happiness, peacefulness , sadness , fearfulness , calmness and all the other feelings are. It is not necessary to be afraid of it. I know anxiety is not going to hurt or harm me. I know it can be frightening but I also know that is because I am the one who is feeding it and intensifying it. To overcome it I try to look at every situation I am in at a different angle and accept it. That way , my anxiety does not overwhelm me. I don't get upset with myself if anxiety arises in me or when I react with anxiety when I meet hurdles. I tell myself it's okay and I can try to work on it the next time. I give myself chances and keep trying. Nowadays, I look at anxiety like an old friend who visits me on and off. I can't ban this friend so I learn to befriend my anxiety.
Profile: HakunaMatata2k
HakunaMatata2k on Jan 2, 2016
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If you make the steps towards building up your confidence around your fears then yes it does. For me it was just pushing myself to socialise with people I wasn't comfortable with, I started with friends of close friends, then just random friends of friends and then I pushed myself into socialising with complete strangers. However I hadn't suffered extreme anxiety so one of the steps you may wish to consider is medication and that is nothing to be ashamed of.
Profile: EmmaCanHelp
EmmaCanHelp on Sep 10, 2015
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Of course anxiety already comes because of certain problem, so when we try to fix that problem, anxiety go away, It may need a bit of time but it will sure go away :) .
Profile: Tumb13weed
Tumb13weed on Oct 28, 2015
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It is possible, yes. Anxiety always has root issues. Once these issues are alleviated, anxiety can be cured completely. It may take anything from two days to a decade, but it's possible.
Profile: Peacefulmeditation
Peacefulmeditation on Aug 20, 2015
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Anxiety can be lessened, but we still will feel anxiety to some extent. Knowing what helps your anxiety will give you control over your worries and fears.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 7, 2016
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No, but you can control it! That's the best part. Knowing you are in control is absolutely great!!!!
Profile: Morpheus
Morpheus on Sep 26, 2015
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Anxiety doesn't usually "entirely" go away, but it can be reduced to a point where you are comfortable and able to function.
Profile: Martiz16
Martiz16 on Oct 31, 2015
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No, I don't believe it does. It may become less severe, but it may creep up on you when least expected
Profile: SnowLion
SnowLion on Nov 26, 2015
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I don't think anxiety ever really goes away. As I spend more time caring for myself, I notice that anxiety becomes just another part of myself that needs care. The more lovable I am able to feel in my own eyes, the more manageable my anxiety becomes. On a more practical note, getting enough sleep and giving myself good food and good movement opportunities helps a lot to improve my ability to cope with daily anxiety.
Profile: greenJOHN1971
greenJOHN1971 on Nov 25, 2015
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Sometimes, but mostly it's still there and you just have to use your bag of tricks to keep it in check. The more you practice, the more control you will have over your anxiety.
Profile: Ambs07
Ambs07 on Jan 31, 2016
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Given anxiety and depression as disorders are caused by low levels of Serotonin - a chemical imbalance - it'll likely never "go away". However the symptoms of it can be managed either through methods like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or medication. Medication is usually the best option for chemical imbalances, as they're impossible to deal with on their own.
Profile: Clouder
Clouder on Oct 25, 2015
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I think of my anxiety like an old sports injury. Yes, it flares up from time to time and I have to be careful not to push myself too hard, but the best thing for it is to keep moving. Anxiety doesn't have to entirely go away for me to have an enjoyable and worthwhile life :)
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Oct 25, 2015
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anxiety never entirely goes away it will always be a part of you but you can overcome it to an extent
Profile: GoodVibes8
GoodVibes8 on Nov 19, 2015
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Well, everyone experiences anxiety. It's a normal, human feeling. Some people just have it more often and/or feel it more intensely, and this can be minimized through coping skills, therapy, medication, and more. So no, because it's normal, it won't go away entirely. But if you have an anxiety disorder, you can definitely treat it and get your anxiety levels down to a normal level. Good luck :)
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