How can I overcome anxiety if I can't talk to a therapist or my own doctor?

There are actually many exercises you can try out, they don't always work for everyone, but worth a shot. It also depends on what really gives you anxiety, I'd also think. Because I've read up on trying to conquer those specific fears slowly, so that confidence can be built up the more you come across said situation. For example, social anxiety. That one can be where you're fearful of quite a few things, like public speaking, talking to someone new, or even just worrying about what people will say/think about you. It's all different, so depending on the anxiety you're experiencing, how you'll deal with it will vary. Anxiety can be difficult, but I believe in you!

You can try to overcome your anxiety by speaking with your peers or finding a chat room where there may be someone that has had similar experiences to yourself. Sometimes you will find that another person may deal with something that is new and different way to how you have been doing things. Having the ability to simply even ask for help when you need it is half the battle. The weight you are feeling will feel like it is lifting when you share your problems or issues. Asking questions and seeking answers is healthy and there is never a stupid question. Not asking or seeking help is an unproductive way of doing things. Ask people you trust or people that you know have had similar problems or experiences though. This is called lived experience. You can read a text book and try to apply things but sometimes this is not a good reflection of what is actually happening.

I know it's tough when you can't talk to your therapist or doctor, so if i were you, i'd look up coping strategies online and create a good support for yourself. Not only that, you can do small exercises with yourself, like pushing your limits just a tiny bit, and keep reminding yourself you're going to make it. I know it sounds cheesy, but coping strategies and mindfullness exercises actually really help! Start by coming here, on 7cups and making those goal thingys. Create a diary where you write down what you feel in that day or even a symptom diary so you can track your progress!! best of luck

Try breathing exercises, it is also important to be physically active every day this will help calm you down. Having a good diet is also essential for anxiety and overall mental health wellness. Talking to family and friends about it can also help you find a good outcome and may even convince you to seek help from a therapist or a doctor. Remember they are there to help you do not feel ashamed for seeking help. That is the first path you can choose for a good life. At last, make sure you are getting enough sleep for a healthy life.

It's really rough when you feel like there's literally no one you can talk to about the things you're going through. What's worked for me is finding a safe space when I get anxious. That helps calm the initial issues. But then, I have to think. What made me anxious? Why am I upset about this? What is worrying me? If I can come up with the reasons I'm anxious (and trust me, this took a lot of time and practice) I feel like I'm more able to deal with it. I can look at the situation and figure out what's going on and how to fix it so it doesn't scare the hell out of me. Or sometimes, I just figure out how to get away from a situation that causes me anxiety. Most of working it out for me came from just getting to know myself and figuring out why I had the reactions I did.

It's really hard to overcome anxiety if you can't talk to a therapist or doctor. If you have a really good friend that you trust and that understands you, maybe talk to them about your anxiety because talking about it is a way of release and it helps a lot. However, if you don't like talking about it to anyone, try writing down how you feel in like a journal or diary and that can also help you to release your feelings. But on a piece of paper that no one is allowed to read. Another way to help decrease anxiety is by talking to a website like this one because you are talking to people who feel the same way about you. You might also feel more confident because they are strangers and don't know who you are pr what you look like.

Talking about mental health issues is super daunting. Coming from personal experience it took me a long time to trust trained professionals. But remember, their job is to help you. They have no malicious intent, but rather they want to see you heal. So as a tip, try writing down what you want to say in a letter/list and bringing it to the appointment. It always helps to come prepared to an appointment to ease anxiety. But if getting over the big hurtle is your hardest challenge, talk to one of our listeners and they can support you in the journey. Please remember that, we want to see you anxiety-free, we want you to heal. :)

Get a self help app there are dozens of them. Learn how to breathe properly and try not to self medicate its not a long term solution. It is only temoprary and will not fix the underlying causes of anxiety. Anxiety is mangageable with the right tools you just need to find the right ones for youself and keep up with the good work that has to be put into maintaining a healthy approach to your own mental state and monitor it so that things dont escalate out of control. Give yourself a treat and take care of your own needs.

You don’t need a doctor or therapist to overcome anxiety. Sometimes you just need a friendly ear who is happy to listen. Talk to a friend, someone you trust, someone you know will listen openly. Unload and talk without fear. And know that you’re not alone in what may often feel like a big world. There are people who share your exact same thoughts. And feeling anxiety is a natural response and is okay. Being able to recognise you’re feeling uneasy and finding ways to relieve this feeling is the first step to overcoming anxiety. Take it slow and know that people are here for you.

This is an important question. I know from experience how difficult it is to deal with anxiety, and you've already come so far by recognizing that it's a problem for you. Great job! The next step might be talking anonymously in support groups, like the ones here on 7cups, and asking people about their experiences. Then you could build up to talking with an online therapist or maybe even someone in real life. It can help to be anonymous if you are afraid to talk about these issues. When I go to the doctor, I often write a list of medical issues that I'm anxious about discussing and give her the list. This way I don't have to do the hard work of starting the conversation, all i have to do is hand her a piece of paper. Maybe doing something like that could help. If you can't afford a therapist or a doctor then there are many self-help resources here, however, any treatment will be much more effective if you have a therapist or doctor to support you.