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| Firemama |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 07:31:41 AM
Could you add me? I have been having TERRIBLE anxiety. And i hate it. I am so scared all the time that something is going to go wrong. Even though I know God is wacthing. I know little ol me's anxiety/craziness, is NOTHING compared to what some of you all are going thorugh. But I would really appreciate it.
I just feel like I need a little extra energy/thoughts, from the FarmGirls
Thanks Ladies
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
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| Prairie Princess |
Posted - Apr 10 2008 : 12:16:24 PM
Amanda, I've had a few panic attacks over 'normal' things, and even over nothing at all. I had one so bad I felt like I was on the verge of completely snapping mentally (right around finals for school, lol). I've found a few things help me--
1) An aerobic exercise session. Just 40 minutes of good exercise helps get rid of all the tension I get in my neck, back and shoulders, I start breathing deeper, and I feel relaxed. I usually do this in the evenings after I get off work so I can chill out after a long day. Walking helps, too, but I like the overall workout better. I just use an indoor exercise video...
2) When I feel like I'm going to start freaking out, I take a MEGA dose of vitamin C. It's water soluble, so I don't worry about overdosing too much. I put about 3,000 mg (EmergenC) in a bottle of water, and drink it down. I find this helps me relax and my body feels stronger.
3) Sunshine!! Getting out in the sun makes me feel calmer right away, but nothing beats indoor tanning for me. Spending 12 minutes in a tanning bed soothes away about everything that could be bothering me. Vitamin D and endorphins are great at calming, and sun gives the body lots of those.
I'll keep you in my prayers, too! It's no fun, but you're not alone in it! 
~Jodi
"Women are like teabags...you never know how strong they are until they get into hot water." Eleanor Roosevelt |
| Alee |
Posted - Apr 10 2008 : 09:38:00 AM
'Manda- You did very well! :D btw- Nora fussed and sang and read her books all the way till Colfax on the ride home, and then konked out! Then she said hi to her daddy when we got home and then we put her to bed and she was out like a light again! :D
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
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| Firemama |
Posted - Apr 10 2008 : 07:43:24 AM
Isnt it strange to know that SO MANY of us go through the same thing. I know there are lots who go through this, but you know you always feel alone?
I told dh I felt good today, but thought i should still go to the Dr. His reply was wait until you start working, maybe you will be better then bless his heart,lol. He said maybe since I had company and was around people today, I would be fine if I saw people on a day to day basis.
Thank you all for your suggestions.And I am so sorry for all of you who have gone through or are going through this.It isnt fun.
Brenda I say little prayers like that ALL day. God, I know its just a dog, but please make him leave me alone. Please surround us in this car,please surround my babies while they are on the bus.
I have also been reading My Utmost For His Highest.It does feel good to know I am NOT in control. but it is still hard for me to surrender that. ; )
Deb, I am going to start a journal today.
Linda i go to bed and wake up that way too.
Stephanie, thank you.
Alee yes I had a few short Mama heart attacks today, but you kno I did GOOD!! LoL
MJ , I am not dumb, I just feel that way
You guys are all PRICELESS !
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
Rich or Poor, It Dont matter We're all the same everybodys hungry in a different way....
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| Past Blessings |
Posted - Apr 10 2008 : 06:20:56 AM
Hi Amanda,
I can relate to what you are saying . . . I have woke up feeling anxious after a good nights sleep and sometimes not even able to put a finger on why I am anxious. I have never completely solved it, but do depend on prayer to help. Just little prayers throughout the day, silently as I go about my day, such as "help me to act the way I should to the checker," "help me not to get stressed when I talk to Dustin's teacher," "keep me safe when I drive on hwy 27 today" things like that. It just helps me to feel like someone else is dealing with life with me. Besides caffiene, what helped me was stopping diet coke because of the aspirtame (think I just totally misspelled that!). It not only gives you the jitters, it has been proven to damage your memory . . . at least if I remember right, thats what it does . . . LOL! Another thing that helps me is purposely making positive choices . . . choices to help others, do good deeds, practice being a "proverbs 31 woman", etc. Doing good helps replace the feelings of anxiety with feelings of peace. Just some thoughts.
You will be in my prayers this week.
Hugs & blessings,
Brenda
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| debinmtns |
Posted - Apr 10 2008 : 05:52:31 AM
Amanda, I am sorry to hear this. I understand your pain. I use to suffer from this and it went away as quickly as it sohow up. I did alot of prayer. I also kept a journal to try to figure out what was causing it. I don't know that it helped, but I do know something usually triggers it. Praying you will be healed soon.
debinmtns #63
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| feedsack4ever |
Posted - Apr 10 2008 : 03:00:20 AM
Amanda, I know exactly what your going through. I've never really talked about it before. I thought that I was crazy. I had my first panic attack when I was driving home one morning. For the next five years my life was a living hell. Please excuse my language. I woke up worrying and went to bed worrying. At first sleep was my escape, but eventually it got so bad that I couldn't even sleep. I would finally fall asleep around 3:00 in the morning and then have to get up at 5:00. I was so tired all of the time. I finally went to the doctor. She gave me Zoloft. It has helped some, but mostly I am working on living one day at a time. Trying hard not to worry about the future and trying not to beat myself up for the past. I try to just live in the present. I still struggle sometimes, but I am better than I was 5 years ago. My prayers are with you.
Linda
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| queenofdreamsz4u |
Posted - Apr 09 2008 : 10:22:34 PM
No problem...I'll be praying for your mind to be quiet and to be positive Been there, done it too many years to count.
I think most of mine came about from staying married for 20+ years to a bipolar personality that didn't think he had any problems....so in the end I was the one with the problems from trying to constantly make thinks right and keep things in harmony....NOT in that situation any longer but it's a long road to "reimprint" the positive things and that everything isn't difficult anymore.
I know I'm rambling but I see that it's really a small world when you get to talking about stress, anxiety, etc...so many of us dealing with the same issues or trying to overcome them.
I hope for whatever is causing your anxiety can be resolved or worked towards seeing that it doesn't have to be that way.
Love and Hugs to you!!
Stephanie
www.queenofdreamsz.blogspot.com
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.blogspot.com
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| Alee |
Posted - Apr 09 2008 : 9:26:33 PM
Amanda-
It was lots of fun spending the day with you. You mean Nora's daredevil ways and baby bumbling didn't give you any heart attacks? They do me! LOL *hugs*
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
Please come visit Nora and me on our new blog:
www.farmgirlalee.blogspot.com |
| Firemama |
Posted - Apr 09 2008 : 8:25:40 PM
I just want you all to know how very much I love you.I might have never met you and may never meet you. But you are invaluable to me.
I got to spend the day with Alee and sweet Nora today and that was nice. I didnt have any attacks today. I also did not have any coffee. I did however drink almost 1/2 gallon of green tea before 9am.
Today was a good day. Hubby still doesnt understand. But I do, and I know what i am going through, and it helps to know you all back me up.
I am going to try to find a Dr. since our insurance just kicked in.
Thanks again
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
Rich or Poor, It Dont matter We're all the same everybodys hungry in a different way....
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| CountryBorn |
Posted - Apr 09 2008 : 3:22:39 PM
Amanda, All the girls have some wonderful ideas for you to try. I suffered with hideous anxiety for years and years. I tried everything. I had up to 6 full blown anxiety/panic attacks every day. Finally after many years of suffering I went to a physchiatrist and we talked for a long time. He said that I had an anxiety disorder and depression,actually I had it from the time I was a child, just didn't have a name for it.He said why oh why did you wait so long. He didn't know how I was even functioning.I may of been functioning, but I was not having a good time. I kept seeing him and we talked for quite a few months. That helped me a lot too, I got to the bottom of a lot of issues. I just take Celexa now, in the begining to break the cycle of the anxiety I also took Xanax that stopped them right away. I don't have them anymore now. But I do still get a little anxious from time to time, but everyone does. I think you could benefit from some professional help as I did. From what you say you are full of fear for so many things. That is no way to live. It is no wonder you have the attacks. There are many ways to deal with the attacks, the Dr. could help you to uncover why you have so much fear. There is a good chance if you get to the bottom of that, the attacks could stop.Amanda, repeat after me I am NOT dumb!!! You are having a health problem. Don't put yourself down honey, this is not your fault. You want to get better and be more relaxed and feel good. Go to your family Dr. first and talk with him about this, that is what I did. He will help you find the answers and help you to find the best help for you. I am living proof of this. I cannot even begin to tell you the difference in the quality of my life. Let me know how you are doing.
Hugs,
MJ
There can be no happiness if the things we believe in are different from the things we do. Freya Stark |
| Lainey |
Posted - Apr 09 2008 : 11:23:27 AM
Amanda, I suffer from anxiety, panic attacks, and agoraphobia. Sometimes it's worse than others, right now I've been having a pretty hard time with it. I have to take medication for this sometimes. Crowded places bother me at times and I've been known to have to leave a crowded store or arena. You will be in my prayers, I hope you feel some relief soon. The farmgirls here have offered some really good advice I think, I'm going to try some of them also.
(((Hugs)))
Farmgirl Sister #25
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| Maryjane Lee |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 5:08:12 PM
Thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers Amanda. xo
Hugs, Maryjane Lee
Farmgirl Sister #44
http://thebeehivecottage.blogspot.com
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| catscharm74 |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 3:47:53 PM
Amanda- I wiened myself, supplementing execedrine when I couldn't take it anymore. It took only about a week and a lot of water. Also, the B Vitamins. I like to sweat, so sunshine it my favorite, coupled with walking.
I always say "I am doing the best I can right now, in the situation I am in."
Cheers,
Heather
FARMGIRL #90 |
| Firemama |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 2:52:31 PM
I think I should invest in a tanning bed,lol. What do ya think?
I am going to stop drinking coffee, at least slow down with it. I drink too much. Its just that I love it. : )
I am also going to start walking. I have beautiful property around me, why am I not utulizing it? (besides the fact its cold)
I am going to also start meditating/visualizing more. I need to realize that I am in control of my body, but not in control of "things" ya know what I mean(money jobs cars good bad and ugly). I also going to look for Rescue Remedy.
Our insurance finally kicked in, so if these things dont totally kick my butt, I will be making an appointment.
I knew I could count on you guys. Thank you
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
Rich or Poor, It Dont matter We're all the same everybodys hungry in a different way....
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www.justanotherhousewife.etsy.com
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| Aunt Jenny |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 2:44:57 PM
I will sure keep you in my prayers Amanda!!! ((((((Hugs))))))))
Jenny in Utah
Proud Farmgirl sister #24
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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| Tina Michelle |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 11:48:52 AM
yes cutting out caffeine makes a huge difference! check out www.thehiddenaddiction.com
panic attacks can be caused by too much caffeine going into your body..and also from withdrawal from cafffeine.
head aches are just the first symptom of withdrawal from caffeine, many folks do not get past that point on caffeine withdrawal because they don't like having a head ache of course..but caffeine is a serious drug and if one can get off of it..it is a healthy thing to do.
if you get a chance to read the book "Caffeine Blues" it explains alot about the effects of caffeine on the body..yikes!
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| Farm Girl 2 |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 11:27:03 AM
Hey girls I think that's a great idea to go tanning or just getting out in the sun. I know it helps with SAD and fibromyalgia and other types of pain or depressive issues so it should really help with anxiety too. It is so calming.
Amanda your issues are not "Stupid". Believe me I understand fully what is going on. I know one time I freaked while sitting on the inside of a booth in a restaraunt with my dd beside of me and all of a sudden things went grey, I broke out in a sweat from head to toe and just forcefully pushed my grown daughter out of my way without explanation and ran to the bathroom. Her and her husband thought I was crazy too. Then about 3 months later her husband did the same thing in Walmart one day. They now know what happened to me!
It is still pretty cold here so I think I am going to schedule a couple tanning visits for me some therapy and go take some B vitamins. Thanks for all the info you guys can provide!!!!!!
Loving Living Simply!
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| katmom |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 11:10:52 AM
Amanda,
I am going to call you in about 10 min....
p.s., have you tried going to a suntanning shop & getting some "sun" & vita-D (not a tan but a sunshine fix) I was talking w/a one of our farm sisters who does this 1x a week...I think this might be helpful especially since you & I have not quit acclimated to the long Winter up here.
hugz,
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
mjf#72
Sisters on the Fly#472
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| Firemama |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 10:47:22 AM
Heather does cutting out caffeine really help? If I stop drinking coffee I get really bad headaches. I am willing at this point to try anything. I do notice that when I am out in the sun, it does help. The other day the kids and I took blankets and pillows and layed in the sun, it felt lucious.
Debi, my father struggles with Anxiety and depression in pretty severe form,sometime. I have had postpartum,and struggled since then. I went on medication, and felt ready and weaned myself off, about 2 years ago.
I do find that when I am out and about on a regular basis it feel alot better. When I was working I felt GREAT! I loved it.
But now I have been unemployed for 2years, volunteering at the school and stuff. I have found that so far no one wants to employ a house wife. I went to SB and the little girl working was so rude, I just didnt even know how to take it.I had someone tell me that Working in the Funeral Home industry wasnt "really" customer service! I was like Uh obviously you have never lost a loved one.
I am going to go take a vitamin and a HUGE glass of water and go to the sewing room.I love you ladies, thank you all so much
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
Rich or Poor, It Dont matter We're all the same everybodys hungry in a different way....
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www.justanotherhousewife.etsy.com
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| catscharm74 |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 10:37:38 AM
I suffer from a generalized panic attack that will pounce upon, especially when I get really overwhelmed. I have had them in stores, in the middle of my sleep, and I really notice them when I get worn down to the bone. I have been taking Vitamin B's, as mentioned, water, water, water, and I don't stay up past 10 at night. I keep to a somewhat routine so I don't get overwhelmed, allowing myself to go out one night a week to keep in touch with society and reality. And I have been doing a lot of walking lately. No caffeine and sitting in the sun alot is helping also.
Best to you.
Cheers,
Heather
FARMGIRL #90 |
| mima |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 10:01:55 AM
Hey!!!
i really think there is some genetic issues with anxiety!!! I have struggled with it! What helps me is Lexapro AND i drink Emergen C
everyday-lots of b vitamins!!!! we'll talk lots when i come up to Spokane!!!!!! Hugs!!!!
"No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars,or sailed to an uncharted land or opened a new heaven to the human spirit." Helen Keller |
| Firemama |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 09:42:09 AM
I really do know that most of my fears are stupid. I mean logically I KNOW that I am going to be fine, NO MATTER what! But at the same time, I can feel them increasing. And it sucks.
We got a truck, and about 3 years ago I was in a roll over accident, and now everytime I know I have to drive somewhere I freakout.Carol Sue can attest to my worriness in a vehicle. I think that it is because the truck is big, and my explorer was big. I dont know.
Dont get my started on elevators,I will not go in one, unless there is no one else in there.
Water oh my! (and you wanna know something stupid! I picked a house about a football feild away from a LAKE!)
Getting lost oh geez, I need a GPS.
My kids, cant even go there.
The other day I went to a friends house and we took the kids for a walk by the lake. My kids had fun, but they would have had more fun if I wasnt there. I couldnt let them get out of my reach or sight. My DH had to wake me up the other night cause of my fast breathing, and moving around. He totally doesnt understand. And I feel bad for him, because he has to put up with my Constant, Mike that car is getting over, Mike slow down,Mike that car has their brakes on.I hate it, alot of it seems to do with driving and being in a vehicle.
What really stinks is that I thought I had it under control.
When we moved here I started taking LemonBalm, and that seemed to help a little with the blues. I guess I need to try something different.
You guys are right I can feel them coming on. I had to go over to the upper south/Hangman Hills area today, well there is a mountainous drop off to one side. I just knoew if I didnt keep calm, I was going to freak, so I BLASTED my KLOVE and talked myself down. I just have to catch it at the right time. Even reading this seems so dumb to me,lol.Irrational fear.
I want to feel happy ALL the time, not just sometime. I dont want to pass this down to my babies.I dont want them to see mama worry and be scared over mundain things.
Thanks alot you guys, I cant tell you how good it feels to get some of this out.
Now back to your regularly scheduled Happiness!!!
Mama to 2
FarmGirl# 20
Rich or Poor, It Dont matter We're all the same everybodys hungry in a different way....
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www.justanotherhousewife.etsy.com
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| Farm Girl 2 |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 09:04:35 AM
Amanda, I have also suffered from panic attacks due to claustraphobia (sp?) and I know where you are coming from. I went to my Dr and was discussing this with her when i told her that "I could talk myself into one or talk myself out of one". She then told me that the first step to managing the attacks is recognizing what caused them and then talking myself out of one was a great big step. After that I have not had any attacks. Maybe I needed her to tell me I was in control. I have had times such as the thoughts of being stopped in the middle of 3 lanes of traffic that was stopped for some reason that would get my wheels a turning and then i would have to just stop and try to think of different things that were not confining and i would be OK.
Not many people can understand panic attacks until they have them. I was working in a surgeons office when I had my first one where I freaked out totally in an MRI and was unable to finish the test. It scared me to death I cried for hours that afternoon. The next morning the Dr I worked for asked me if he could talk to me about this. Sure. He said "I thought that only happened to crazy people but you are a nurse and are certainly not someone who is "crazy'. So What happened? What was it like?" He was really concerned and began to understand that it is a problem that you basically have no control over. I feel that for now I can control them and maybe one of these days I will just grow out of them!
I wish you all the luck in the world. God bless.
Great big (((((HUGS)))))
Becky
Loving Living Simply!
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| Corinnelouise |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 08:37:05 AM
Amanda, you'll be in my prayers from now on. A wonderfull herbal help for panic attacks and severe anxiety is RESCUE REMEDY, one of the BACH FLOWERS you find in health stores.
It does wonder. Hope it will help you too.
Hugs,
Corinne
Sister # 101 |
| Annika |
Posted - Apr 08 2008 : 08:27:57 AM
Amanda, I suffer from panic attacks and anxiety too. You are in my prayers and thoughts. You don't have to suffer either, there are herbal and medicinal things that you can do for the anxiety. It isn't worth spending your life anxious, so on top of prayers you might seek out some medical help for it. I eventually did after years of being anxious and I am happy that I did. Sometimes the Lord leads us to help and we are to stubborn to take it ( me ), but I'm always stubborn LOL. I wish you peace and calmness from the anxiety and am wrapping you in prayer
Blessing
Annika
Farm sister #13 |
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