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Why am I so nervous for no reason?

Profile: delightfulBlossom50
delightfulBlossom50 on Feb 1, 2020
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There probably is a reason, though it may not be readily apparent. Your stress response (the classic fight, flight or freeze) can be set off by a number of things. Traditionally, this helped us stave off danger, like predators. Now, our world is filled with endless "false" predators - things that are not actually going to immediately (or possibly ever) harm us, but still feel threatening. It could be noises, a long to-do list, something you heard on the news, or some unknown outcome in your life. Taking a deep breath can help assess what it might be for you, and taking a moment to mentally scan your body might help figure out what you feel and where.
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Profile: Alliswell2019
Alliswell2019 on Feb 5, 2020
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Sometimes we do feel nervous for no reason. This could be about talking to your manager who you have known for many years, or talking to your partner about a tricky issue. Different situations make each of us nervous. What may help is to think back to a time when you were nervous, and how you successfully overcame that to do whatever you wanted to. Or think of something that relaxes you - a song, an image, a word, your mantra... for me, imagining a dolphin jumping in the ocean works. It has seen me through visits to the dentist :)
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Anonymous on Feb 5, 2020
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If you feel like you a physicaly stressed for no reason there might actually be a reason that you are not aware of or didn't notice. Its easy to repress your feelings because you have to keep going with your life and then end up to a point where you don't realize what was stressing you in the first place :) Try to find what thoughts you had that stressed you out or what situation might unknowingly make you anxious :) (ex: i'm stressed in when I'm at school I might be socially anxious or scared in large spaces) (Or I always get scared after eating I might be scared that I ate to much or am scared that someone will shame me for eating) :)
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Anonymous on Feb 6, 2020
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I have anxiety, and I'm always nervous, sometimes I don't even know why. This has been something I have felt since I remember being able to feel. I get panic attacks a lot, yesterday I had one because I couldn't find my class that I knew the location of, this has been my struggle, and I hope that I can better myself with something that I will try. I hope no one person will ever feel this way except for me because I have learned to deal with It over the years, so I think I'm fine for now with my anxiety, that I will continue to have for the rest of my life
Profile: fancyVision2175
fancyVision2175 on Mar 6, 2020
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There is always a reason to be nervous but you don't always recognize it. I know for a fact that you may not realize it right away but after a while you will most likely recognize why you are so nervous. There is always at least one reason to be nervous even though you might not realize it. then there is times you don't even know that you are nervous and you do something without realizing it. It is hard to recognize what you are feeling right away but it will happen eventually. That is a promise. There is always a reason.
Profile: dreamCat9335
dreamCat9335 on Apr 10, 2020
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You may feel nervous because you may have suppressed the stressor, thinking that it is a "stupid" thing to be stressed about. Hence, your body may be sending you signals in the form of psychosomatic symptoms. For example, I sometimes catch my leg shaking furiously. I wonder why I am doing this because I think I am in a pretty calm situation, such as my class. But I wonder if I am calming myself by shaking my legs because I am actually not so comfortable being around so many people. Maybe I feel socially anxious but my mind believes it is "lame" to feel socially anxious when I don't have to do any talking but simply listen in the class. So you might be feeling nervous for a reason you suppressed.
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Anonymous on Apr 11, 2020
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Feeling nervous is an emotion that we all feel sometimes but some feel it more than others. It could be because you feel anxious or afraid of something. It could even be when you are insecure about yourself around people. There are times when you can feel nervous and anxious and you just don't know why. What could also happen is that you feel no one seems to understand. So I guess the reason you feel nervous could be something you could accept like take a breath and know that sometimes it happens. Thanks for the question! Take care
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Anonymous on Apr 12, 2020
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It is okay to be nervous every now and then, especially these days when things seem out of control in the general world, and we feel like there isn't a lot that we can do. However, if you feel like the nervousness is hindering your daily life, this might be a sign of anxiety. Please keep in mind that I am not a therapist, and this is not a diagnosis, by any means. However, it would be helpful to look into Generalized Anxiety Disorder and talk to a specialist if you feel like the symptoms fit you to some extent.
Profile: insidenumber9
insidenumber9 on Apr 14, 2020
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It could be to do with anything but in my case it's always been a random selection of anxiety and mood swings, it could be anything ranging on personality, family or it could just be to do with random things. If you feel like it alot you should speak to someone you trust and address the problem. Many people experience this daily so if you are having problems than others can relate and help with their own advice, never directly assume you have a mental illness though, they must be diagnosed by a doctor otherwise you could get confused and do the wrong thing.
Profile: 1egendsNeverDie
1egendsNeverDie on Apr 16, 2020
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Stress, genetics, brain chemistry, traumatic events, or environmental factors can and maybe why you are feeling anxious or nervous for no apparent reason. Genetics and brain chemistry may be the least apparent reasons for all because you may not even realize it. These can be signs of an anxiety disorder. However, anxiety is not uncommon. It can be very frustrating when you are feeling like this for no reason. But you don't have to struggle with anxiety. It can be treated. If you are asking yourself "How do I know when my anxiety needs treatment?", you may be at the point where talking to a therapist could help you a lot. Remember, you aren't alone. :)
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