Originally Posted by
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How do you guys deal with your anxiety?
Do you have your own coping mechanisms? Do you have any suggestions for someone struggling with their own anxiety?
Context: I'm constantly living in my own head, fearing the unknown, never feeling good enough. It's getting pretty stressful; almost to the point of feeling nauseous.
I have not yet sought medical help because it's very difficult for me to put my feelings into words, so I feel as though I wouldn't be able to get professional help.
I'm not opposed to getting professional help, but I would like to try some other suggestions first.
(Also, I'm 27 and already taking blood pressure medication haha... So I would not really like to jump on any more medications until absolutely necessary...)
What do you guys do?
(Shout out to all of you. You're all lovely people and often help provide a temporary escape from reality.)
EDIT:
I'm sitting here at my desk at work, trying not to have an emotional breakdown. I feel a little silly... Step one! I've reached out to my healthcare provider (Blue Cross) to inquire about referrals and such. I have a great health care plan at work, but the stipulations and rules are a little vague. (I would honestly compare it to the arbitrary rules of TNT...)