I feel extremely sick whenever I leave my house, what can I do?
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Last Updated: 05/13/2022 at 5:11am
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Anonymous
March 3rd, 2019 6:01pm
The first thing you can do is try to figure out where you are going and find a safe path then you can call up a friend to go with you. If you don't have a friend then you shall be brave and step out that door, just remember. Preparation is key. Prepare before you leave. Make sure you have everything on you that will help on your journey and if you get lost, don't be afraid to ask for help. We're all humans and we're not going to judge you. Maybe you can get a pet dog too.
Anonymous
April 17th, 2019 5:03pm
think about the sun which will touch your skin when you´ll be outside. the wind, which you will be able to feel in your hair. it may be a bit too bright outside but you will get used to it. believe me at some point you will actually like it. whenever you feel uncomfortable look for clouds. count them. try to guess what they look like. search for trees. maybe one of them has your favorite color. think about all those thinks while leaving the house. forget about your problems. just think about the sun, the sky, the wind and the nature which will be waiting for you outside.
Anonymous
June 13th, 2019 3:42am
I understand maybe we can set up a weekly chat and I can try to help you overcome this sick feeling you get wen you leave your home. A home can be a safe place for many people and that may be what is making you feel sick when you leave. Leaving a home can be very unsettling but am here to listen and help you get overcome this felling and get out in the open more and make new friends that also influence you to get out more. It may also help with this feeling being out with people you enjoy being around.
Anonymous
November 17th, 2019 2:46am
Deep breathes, Fresh air and mindful exorcising. These are my coping skills. Often when I am feeling sick its normally my anxiety. It's good to get some air or take a small walk when I am feeling anxious. Some times if I am feeling actually sick physically I chew some gum or suck on a mint. For some reason mint not only helps my stomach but calms me down. It is some what of a Melatonin for me. I calms my nerves and makes me feel better. When I am sick I usually will try to avoid my phone.
Anonymous
December 11th, 2019 10:45am
Practice grounding. Distract yourself. Practice mindfulness. Get fresh air. Smell something soothing. Take anxiety medicine. Hold onto something comforting. Remind yourself you are okay. Go with a buddy. Reward yourself. Think positive. Wear comfortable clothes. Be aware of if you are too hot or cold. Drink chamomile or green tea. Suck on a piece of candy. Chew gum. Practice breathing techniques. Focus on your breathing. Make sure you are taking care of yourself. Bring some water. Make sure you are eating enough. Make sure you are drinking enough water. Get a stress ball. Try relaxing techniques. Get a "That was easy", button.
A number people feel this way sometimes. The intensity of reluctance to leave the house may vary, as do the reasons behind it. If the feeling is extreme to the point of hindering your day-to-day life, it is important to acknowledge that professional consultation might be called for. How does one overcome that which they do not know? Especially where mental health is concerned, when the discomfort is not visible, one may feel doubtful of its existence and therefore unsure of how to act. A professional can help to diagnose that a condition definitely exists based on facts and not mere feeling. They can identify the degree or intensity. They would be in the best position to advise on a course of action based on findings. While seeking professional help might seem daunting, imagine the peace of mind you can feel when you truly know what you are experiencing and the best ways to cope.
Bringing comforting things that remind you of your house or safe place can be helpful, or even taking a specific scent or taste with you. I put essential oils that I put in my candles at home on my wrists when I go to school and whenever I feel nervous I smell my wrists. You can also put home-related items in jewelry (like a locket) that you can open up and look at, or just put a little something in your pocket that reminds you of home. I also chew gum that reminds me of home and family (my aunt, whom I love with, chews the same gum).
I would seek the help of a therapist. There are plenty of options to speak to one online, even here on 7 cups, so there is no leaving the house required. Another good thing to try is a short walk just around your house. Could be a stroll through your yard or maybe just maybe a small walk down the sidewalk. Contact a friend or family member to go with you if you feel like that would make you more comfortable. There is a great big wide world out there with lots to do and see, you dont want to miss out.
It sounds like you are having some anxiety related to leaving a place where you feel comfortable. Some things that can be helpful including bringing something with you when you leave that reminds you of being home, and setting a time table for yourself so you know that even though you are spending "X" hours away from your house, you will be able to go home where you feel comfortable after those "X" hours have passed. A lot of people find it comforting to brig something small with them every time that they leave. They leave it in their pockets and then when they get back home, they put it back where it is supposed to go for the next time that they have to leave. It usually helps if the item is centrally located in your house so that you see it frequently when you are at home and comfortable. Associating comforting feelings with the object can relieve anxiety when you are away from home.
The best way to deal with this issue is always to have in your mind that your home is your sanctuary and you can return to it as often and when you like to there are no restrictions, taking controlled breaths and remaining calm will reducing the anxiety level and reducing the "sick" feeling we all get from time to time although its more prominant in others, just take a few moments before leaving the house to reassure yourself that you will return at any time you wish no one else has the control of that but you, on your journey out feel calm that you will return and have the feeling of empowerment that you have overcome that situation even if you have only been away for a few moments this will get longer the more you work on this.
There is nothing wrong with feeling that way! There are plenty of activities to do indoors. Whether it is curling up in bed to read a good book, learning a new recipe, or watching your favorite show, staying at home can be fun. There is always a time and place for everything and leaving the house can be done best when feeling comfortable. If you have come to the point where you feel sick, focus on the reasons why and tackle them. Finding support should be considered. Talk to some friends, a neighbor, or even your parents. Always remember to be positive and focus on the good.
Anonymous
May 26th, 2021 10:12pm
It seems you're a home body or you're socially very anxious.
There are ways that could actually help, a great deal of exercise and try going out more.
Try not to think about the stares you will get when you leave the comfort of your home.
You shouldn't feel bad about this tho.
Visiting your therapist when necessary will also help and most importantly, avoid places to put you at stake or make you feel socially anxious
Try going to the market with your mom.
If you have a pet dog, go for a walk daily.
The gym is another place you can go to.
It would be a good idea to go to a hospital and have a professional exam you. You can only make things worse by doing nothing and continuing to avoid going to get checked out.
It may be something you could talk to your doctor about? I'm not sure what you could do to help that, I'm not entirely sure what it is. But talking to your doctor might be a really good idea.
Anonymous
July 29th, 2016 2:56am
Talk to your doctor about it. If anything they can help you figure out why you are feeling like that.
Anonymous
July 29th, 2016 3:20am
If you feel that all the time, then you should go get it checked out at the doctors. Don't prolong it because you never know what could happen to you. Better to be safe than sorry
Anonymous
August 6th, 2016 11:22am
Try to fond out the cause of anxiety that you feel now.. It would be helpful to talk to a therapist and come to a suitable reason and therapy for overcoming this..
You can ask a friend or family member to leave the house with you so you feel protected. It may be a sign or anxiety if you feel sick whenever you leave your house
Anonymous
August 21st, 2016 9:19pm
If you are feeling sick, I usually will take medicine. You have to take little steps, until you can leave your house and not turn back. Take little steps, for example going on your front porch one day. Then the next, going into your yard, etc.
Do you connect being outside of your house with being less safe? If so, is there anything that can make you feel safer about going out?
Unless you are truly physically sick it's probably conditioned response or anxiety and me personally I have dealt with debilitating agoraphobia and I won but it took a little time. I personally grounded myself and I got professional help.
There are multiple steps that can be found through the anxiety guide on 7 cups- I would recommend reading through to learn techniques to overcome these feelings
Anonymous
September 8th, 2016 5:23pm
When I feel nervous leaving my house I like to take a friend with me so I feel safer. My friend is there to help me while I am out and if something happens
Whenever I have to leave the house and feel anxious and sick about it I try to listen to music to keep me occupied as well as blocking out the noises around me and just focusing on where I am headed and what I am listening to. The songs can be personal, something you find comfort in listening to etc. Another thing that I sometimes do is call someone that knows about my anxiety and talk to them during the walk (if it is a walk) to create the illusion that I am not alone. A cup of tea might also be good to settle the stomach but if the sickness is caused by anxiety as it is often in my case it sometimes works to tune out of f the world as I move from place to place.
one should try yoga or meditation for getting relieve from all those fears... its only us how can overcome our fears or sickness
Anonymous
October 1st, 2016 11:34am
Small steps, try going to the mailbox first, sit outside your front door and breath in deep breathes, get a feel of the environment, once your comfortable walk around the block, -avoid large crowds until your ready
Go to your GP and ask if this is a system of any disorders. Talk to people about how you're feeling and ask for advise.
Anonymous
October 15th, 2016 1:07pm
Can you maybe think of any reason why you may be feeling un-well? It could be a sense of nervousness.
Anonymous
October 20th, 2016 7:29am
You could try taking deep breaths, I know it sounds cliche but just stopping a taking deep breaths and being in tune with your surroundings really helps. Also before leaving home sometimes I like like to mentally prepare myself for what's outside and do a bit of breathing exercises to calm myself. I make it a point to leave the house in a positive mood.
Depending on if it's actual physical sickness then I'd recommend seeing a doctor, but if it's just because you miss people and how calm and relaxed everything is when you're home it's most likely being homesick, everyone gets it and it's nothing to worry about.
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