No One Knows I Suffer with Anxiety- How Do I Tell Someone?
Hi everyone. I'd just like to start by saying what a lovely website this is, and how thankful I am that this opportunity has come up for me to speak my mind.
This year has been pretty up and down for me. From starting a new year at a new school, to havingsimultaneous panic attacks, I've had a pretty weird year. There's been a lot of uncertainty about my life, such as friends and school, which I know can be a factor that can make anxiety worse. But I'll start at the start first...
I know that I'vebeen an anxious child from the start. I always get worried when either a family member or I am by myself or driving somewhere, scared that they or I will get hurt.
Fast forward to 2 years ago; my first panic attack. I was in Subway getting lunch with friends quite close to home, and I just felt dizzy, like I couldn't breathe and had to get out of the situation completely. One friend noticed and came out with me. I found out that she suffers with anxiety, so I felt comfortable with her. She's asked me if I've had one since; I lied and said no.
I don't know how to tell anyone that I suffer with anxiety, whether my family or friends. the thought of telling someone my insecurities scares me to know end. I know that all the people who know me close think I'm the funny one who has no problems, but that is so far from the truth that I don't feel like I can truly be myself anymore.
I'm sorry this was so long, but it was quite therapeutic! I haven't told a counselor, friend or family member. My question is- how? How do I do this?
Thank you so much :)
I think that anxiety it's pretty much because you overthink a lot. It happens to me and I try to find something quick to clear my mind, and we're alike with the "everyone thinks I'm funny and have no problems".
Find something to do when you get the first feeling of getting anxiety, it will help you stop overthinking things. I hope I helped :)
Thank youso much for the reply, this has helped me so much. Knowing that there's someone who has the same struggles as me really comforts me, and I do think that I overthink things a lot.
I'm trying different techniques to control my anxiety, and will try to speak to a school counseloras soon as I can :)
You've helped me so much, so thank you; it means a lot :)
It's been my pleasure to help you. Anything you need just talk to me :)
I havr no one to talk to, even to my family members. When i try to tell them that i get anxious, they just laugh it off and pretend as though i didnt say anything at all. My mom only cares about my sister and is really protective of her. I feel as though there is no one to protect me from anything :( Sometimes when my anxiety gets really bad, for example in school, i feel really disheartened that i have no one to confide in
I feel so bad reading this :(
people who don't get anxious think others don't. It would be really good if you have someone close like a close friend or cousin who you can talk to and give you advice about it. I always have a friend but lately he has become one of my close friends and the first one who really cares about others. Try to find someone or you can try to reach me, I could help you :)
