I hate feeling anxious and not knowing why...

[LisaLynne]

I don't have an actual anxiety disorder or anything, but I'm feeling worried this afternoon and I just can't figure out why. Something is going on in the back of my mind.

Maybe it's just all the bad news and I need to step away from the computer, Facebook, and the news.

[Avalux]

1. Yep, that'll do it.

Sometimes it's a good idea to step away from the external (that we can't do anything about), and just chill. Have you ever tried to meditate? Works for me when I feel like that. People who are empathetic can get bombarded and it helps to be able to shut it out.

[LisaLynne]

4. I used to meditate regularly ...

I was just thinking I need to start again. Thanks!

[hollysmom]

2. hah, I am always nervous and anxious, I actually feel better when I am distracted by work.

but it is a vicious cycle - the anxiety keeps me from wanting to do anything. Told my doctor, and he just prescribed all the medication I used to take and told me to go back to the original doctor, the one I went to when I had great insurance. Right now I have basic medicare and it won't cover the 300 dollars an hour it will cost, ha ha , great, thanks doc. I know the other doctor will ask me to go to many sessions before she prescribes.

[LisaLynne]

3. Yeah, I know what you mean.

Sometimes, getting involved with something would really help, but because of anxiety or depression or whatever, I just don't want to and then .. .yeah, viscous cycle as you say!

[shenmue]

5. Hug a critter :)

Volunteer at an animal shelter. Instant squee!