I'm going to gameday men's health tomorrow. maybe some T will get my ass moving and energized
Anxiety
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There is some evidence of time in nature having a positive impact on this kind of thing.
It's not a cure all but I think anything like hiking, camping, paddling etc that makes you slow down and observe the outside world can be beneficial.
It's not a cure all but I think anything like hiking, camping, paddling etc that makes you slow down and observe the outside world can be beneficial.
I agree with this, gardening also is said to be good for helping reduce stress and anxiety.
Would be interested in hearing how your visit there goes.
I've probably had anxiety and related depression since high school. It wasn't until covid that it got bad enough that I finally went to a doctor. Counseling and meds and wow it's been life-changing. I tried going off of the meds and decided that I'd rather stay on.
I don't have much to add to the conversation other than don’t discount talking to a psychiatrist. And find a good one. I've talked with 4 in my life. Only one was really helpful
I don't have much to add to the conversation other than don’t discount talking to a psychiatrist. And find a good one. I've talked with 4 in my life. Only one was really helpful
Alcohol is a depressent. It definitely can trigger or accelerate these tendencies.
Anyone go to ISU around the early to mid 00s and remember the student walked around in shorts and barefoot to class year round? Dude kind of looked like a hippie Jesus. I think the ISD did a story on him and he said he did it to he “closer to the earth” or something. I talked to him a couple of times. I asked him what his major was and I don’t think he knew what the term “major” meant.
There's an OOC supplement called "Calm CP" that really helps me. The Nucara Pharmacies are the only ones locally that carry it. It lowers cortisol levels naturally.
Other than that breathing and Climbing Kites at a low level helps me too.
Other than that breathing and Climbing Kites at a low level helps me too.
If you're having trouble functioning in a moment, here are some techniques you could try.
Slowly drink a glass of room-temperature water when you start to feel troubled. It changes your brain chemistry.
Try writing down what's bothering you, or at least put what you're feeling into words. This literally puts a limit on your problem. Use a pen and paper. Once again, requires the brain to do something else besides feel worry. If you have trouble putting the feelings into words, draw them instead.
Do some physical grounding exercises. Gives your brain something to think about besides reacting to the anxious thoughts.
Another grounding exercise is to mindfully engage each of the senses...touch something, focus on the texture; taste something mindfully; listen to something and imagine where it takes you...I suggest Chopin; look at something different, preferably a favorite photograph associated with happy memories, or maybe a calm painting. Find something to smell that's associated with positive feelings...your dad's aftershave or your mom's perfume, perhaps.
These might get you through an acute attack, but do try to seek out some help, like a support group or therapy. The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone.
mentalhealthhotline.org
Slowly drink a glass of room-temperature water when you start to feel troubled. It changes your brain chemistry.
Try writing down what's bothering you, or at least put what you're feeling into words. This literally puts a limit on your problem. Use a pen and paper. Once again, requires the brain to do something else besides feel worry. If you have trouble putting the feelings into words, draw them instead.
Do some physical grounding exercises. Gives your brain something to think about besides reacting to the anxious thoughts.
Another grounding exercise is to mindfully engage each of the senses...touch something, focus on the texture; taste something mindfully; listen to something and imagine where it takes you...I suggest Chopin; look at something different, preferably a favorite photograph associated with happy memories, or maybe a calm painting. Find something to smell that's associated with positive feelings...your dad's aftershave or your mom's perfume, perhaps.
These might get you through an acute attack, but do try to seek out some help, like a support group or therapy. The most important thing to remember is that you are not alone.
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If you're struggling with Anxiety, call the Mental Health Hotline for 24/7 anxiety hotline support. We will help you find local anxiety rehab options.
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Funny. We have had our moments as Clone fans, haven't we? Overall, a good ride. Hey, we could be a hogeye fan and wallow around that mass of illiterate humanity.
Sorry for the sidetrack. Back to the serious topic.
Please get help from a professional. I have dealt with similar in the past, and my sister has as well. I'm able to do things in my life that others can't to control it, mostly because it was performance related, and not general, but it can be so debilitating.
Also, exercise and meditation was a HUGE help for me during Covid and my last corp gig.
Couple questions that'll help give some tips:
1) Is it situational or general?
2) Is it more physical anxiety or mental? They are hand in hand yes but for some it could be a physical sensation that starts the thought loop.
1) Is it situational or general?
2) Is it more physical anxiety or mental? They are hand in hand yes but for some it could be a physical sensation that starts the thought loop.
Friend of mine would fit that description. Had to wear shoes to the dining hall so he fashioned some sandals out of duct tape. He was a microbiology major I think.
+1. And also the breathing exercises mentioned. Get ahead of it, build up a reserve of calm in advance as much as possible. Finding a respite where you are focused on something else and can forget your anxiety causes for an hour, lets your brain reset a bit and can help a ton.
Had a therapist once describe stress/anxiety as pouring coffee into a coffee cup. Everyone has a cup, but some have bigger or smaller cups. When the stuff pouring into your cup gets to be too much, then in overflows and makes a mess that is stress/anxiety. Thought it was a good way to think about it. The items above both get the coffee out as well as make your cup a little bigger.
The other thing I would say- ask yourself, if all the bad things happen... what happens then? Does anyone die? Does a building collapse? Because if its not really life or death, then how worried should you be? It sounds like a lot of this is work related. Well, who's job was it to have enough people around to get it done? Not yours probably, so don't absorb someone else's failure. And again, worst thing that happens? Miss the Q3 goals? Get yelled at? A certain amount of dgaf can be a healthy thing.
Also, all this is easier said than done so be patient. Mental health stuff is by definition irrational. If it could just be wished or willpowered away, then no one would have it. So don't expect to just change your attitude and be suddenly fine LOL. Think about it, work at it, make your coffee cup bigger and dump out a little coffee here and there, and over time, it won't be overflowing.
All of these things are great. But stick with your meds, especially if they are working. They take time to completely help.
I've also cut caffeine and nicotine pouches way down which I do think have helped a little.
I've been on T for a few years. It takes a month or so for you to notice the difference but it's been a game changer for me. I have more energy and while I still have some anxiety issues I feel like my depression is not really an issue. Concentration, motivation, and other things you wouldn't really think it would help with are better too Sex drive is back for sure. I have my GP prescribe it so insurance will cover it. You will be shocked at how much it helps and wish you'd have done it sooner.
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As long as you are actually low (whether that's total T or free T). Others are finding out fast that aren't actually low thinking it would be a magic cure all that it can be a rollercoaster for them.
For sure. Mine were which is why my GP had no problem prescribing them. I caution anyone going to a male clinic. They'll tell anyone they need it. I think my levels were only like 200. I hadn't been myself in a lot of ways for a few years so I had them checked out. I mean I'm at around 7-800 now which has made a world of difference. You're right in that you're messing with your hormones so don't take **** you don't need. It could be a bad deal and make things worse
