So I know this is gonna sound weird, but does anyone ever just get that feeling of disconnecting from the world? Like your mind just goes into overtime, and you start overthinking a lot of things. I've been feeling like that lately, between my anxiety and my depression. I've just been so, I don't know, out of it, I don't really have anyone I can talk too about it. Since I don't have many friends, my fiancé helps me through a lot, but he lives in NY so I don't really have that physical comfort.
My parents try to understand what I go through, but really I don't think they truly can. Not with what goes on through my mind, which is really scary. I apologize for dumping such heavy stuff here on FR. But I honestly have nowhere else to post this, so if you want to ignore this feel free. I'm just venting and feeling a bit lost.
So I know this is gonna sound weird, but does anyone ever just get that feeling of disconnecting from the world? Like your mind just goes into overtime, and you start overthinking a lot of things. I've been feeling like that lately, between my anxiety and my depression. I've just been so, I don't know, out of it, I don't really have anyone I can talk too about it. Since I don't have many friends, my fiancé helps me through a lot, but he lives in NY so I don't really have that physical comfort.
My parents try to understand what I go through, but really I don't think they truly can. Not with what goes on through my mind, which is really scary. I apologize for dumping such heavy stuff here on FR. But I honestly have nowhere else to post this, so if you want to ignore this feel free. I'm just venting and feeling a bit lost.
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Oh honey, you don’t need to apologize! I had depression a couple years back and it sucks, but once you get the right meds it usually gets better. I have enough mental support illnesses to get a bingo, so I totally understand the ‘I am overthinking things am I overthinking things I need to stop overthinking things mindset.’ Personally finding music that I resonate with helps me a lot. Pm me if you need to (or just want to) talk.
[quote name="ClickTwelve" date="2020-10-17 16:58:34" ]
Oh honey, you don’t need to apologize! I had depression a couple years back and it sucks, but once you get the right meds it usually gets better. I have enough mental support illnesses to get a bingo, so I totally understand the ‘I am overthinking things am I overthinking things I need to stop overthinking things mindset.’ Personally finding music that I resonate with helps me a lot. Pm me if you need to (or just want to) talk.
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Thank you so much for your kind words, and yeah I've been stuck with these thoughts way back when I was little girl, and they kind of just stuck with me throughout my 28 years. It was so bad back then, and still is, that my thoughts have created a rather terrifying version of myself. Which continues to haunt me every day when I'm awake or sleeping. And I do listen to a lot of music, the current band I'm obsessed with is Citizen Solider. Their songs literally speak to what I'm going through.
Again thank you so much, I'll be sure to PM you if I ever feel like talking <3
ClickTwelve wrote on 2020-10-17 16:58:34:
Oh honey, you don’t need to apologize! I had depression a couple years back and it sucks, but once you get the right meds it usually gets better. I have enough mental support illnesses to get a bingo, so I totally understand the ‘I am overthinking things am I overthinking things I need to stop overthinking things mindset.’ Personally finding music that I resonate with helps me a lot. Pm me if you need to (or just want to) talk.
Thank you so much for your kind words, and yeah I've been stuck with these thoughts way back when I was little girl, and they kind of just stuck with me throughout my 28 years. It was so bad back then, and still is, that my thoughts have created a rather terrifying version of myself. Which continues to haunt me every day when I'm awake or sleeping. And I do listen to a lot of music, the current band I'm obsessed with is Citizen Solider. Their songs literally speak to what I'm going through.
Again thank you so much, I'll be sure to PM you if I ever feel like talking <3
The Moon's Light
Sounds like dissociation, and it is indeed a fairly common symptom of things like anxiety and depression. Sometimes I start questioning whether or not I'm dreaming/if my surroundings are even real and it can definitely be a scary thing to deal with and hard to remember to ground yourself from. I'm afraid I don't have much advice other than maybe look into seeing a professional about this (I know I certainly need to get back to one myself), but just know that you're far from alone! [emoji=heart size=1]
Sounds like dissociation, and it is indeed a fairly common symptom of things like anxiety and depression. Sometimes I start questioning whether or not I'm dreaming/if my surroundings are even real and it can definitely be a scary thing to deal with and hard to remember to ground yourself from. I'm afraid I don't have much advice other than maybe look into seeing a professional about this (I know I certainly need to get back to one myself), but just know that you're far from alone!
[quote name="Lundgren" date="2020-10-17 18:05:11" ]
Sounds like dissociation, and it is indeed a fairly common symptom of things like anxiety and depression. Sometimes I start questioning whether or not I'm dreaming/if my surroundings are even real and it can definitely be a scary thing to deal with and hard to remember to ground yourself from. I'm afraid I don't have much advice other than maybe look into seeing a professional about this (I know I certainly need to get back to one myself), but just know that you're far from alone! [emoji=heart size=1]
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I've been feeling like this a lot lately, and I'm just scared that the thoughts will just continue to get worse. It also doesn't help that, where I live, I really have no place to go to make friends. Or to talk with people in general, especially now with everything on in the world, plus being the only girl out of 4 boys. My dad doesn't really let me get out on my own. I also don't drive due to health issues, but I think I will look into getting help from a professional. Once everything calms down.
Thank you very much for the kind words and support, it really means a lot <3
Lundgren wrote on 2020-10-17 18:05:11:
Sounds like dissociation, and it is indeed a fairly common symptom of things like anxiety and depression. Sometimes I start questioning whether or not I'm dreaming/if my surroundings are even real and it can definitely be a scary thing to deal with and hard to remember to ground yourself from. I'm afraid I don't have much advice other than maybe look into seeing a professional about this (I know I certainly need to get back to one myself), but just know that you're far from alone!
I've been feeling like this a lot lately, and I'm just scared that the thoughts will just continue to get worse. It also doesn't help that, where I live, I really have no place to go to make friends. Or to talk with people in general, especially now with everything on in the world, plus being the only girl out of 4 boys. My dad doesn't really let me get out on my own. I also don't drive due to health issues, but I think I will look into getting help from a professional. Once everything calms down.
Thank you very much for the kind words and support, it really means a lot <3
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I just start staring off into the distance, very unaware of my surroundings and my mind just goes into space. It's like a repeated "ugh, I'm supposed to be doing something but I don't know... Why am I here again?" or the anxiety sets in like: 'Wth are you doing you don't do anything no wait something is due, work now, no no no, who invited procrastination???' and I either suddenly snap out of it or I just slowly come out of it. It's very common lately and it's tiring in a way. In a few cases, I'll think I'm dreaming or something and then feel myself suddenly pulled down to earth giving me a mini heart attack.
I've gone on to just talking to myself and pretending I'm in worlds and meeting people. Very weird. Just floating off to dream world again.. Weee...
I just start staring off into the distance, very unaware of my surroundings and my mind just goes into space. It's like a repeated "ugh, I'm supposed to be doing something but I don't know... Why am I here again?" or the anxiety sets in like: 'Wth are you doing you don't do anything no wait something is due, work now, no no no, who invited procrastination???' and I either suddenly snap out of it or I just slowly come out of it. It's very common lately and it's tiring in a way. In a few cases, I'll think I'm dreaming or something and then feel myself suddenly pulled down to earth giving me a mini heart attack.
I've gone on to just talking to myself and pretending I'm in worlds and meeting people. Very weird. Just floating off to dream world again.. Weee...
Sounds a bit like what I'm going through right now actually.
I've dealt with this since I was little, but it's gotten way worse with 2020. My advice is to look into seeing a professional - online or in person depending on how comfortable you are with that - and trying to do things that make you happy or at least provide a bit of a distraction from the heavy thoughts. Music has been astonishingly helpful for me, I'm actually surprised it helped so much, so definitely keep listening to Citizen Soldier if it helps. Reading fun comic books or just regular books is also pretty relaxing.
I also suggest trying to find some good movies or shows on TV. I tend to watch funny shows like The Office or Bob's Burgers or just interesting things that grab my attention like The Umbrella Academy or Avatar: The Last Airbender when I need a little break from all the stress.
I really hope things get better for you soon!
Sounds a bit like what I'm going through right now actually.
I've dealt with this since I was little, but it's gotten way worse with 2020. My advice is to look into seeing a professional - online or in person depending on how comfortable you are with that - and trying to do things that make you happy or at least provide a bit of a distraction from the heavy thoughts. Music has been astonishingly helpful for me, I'm actually surprised it helped so much, so definitely keep listening to Citizen Soldier if it helps. Reading fun comic books or just regular books is also pretty relaxing.
I also suggest trying to find some good movies or shows on TV. I tend to watch funny shows like The Office or Bob's Burgers or just interesting things that grab my attention like The Umbrella Academy or Avatar: The Last Airbender when I need a little break from all the stress.
I really hope things get better for you soon!
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[quote name="SpiritFlower" date="2020-10-17 19:19:06" ]
I just start staring off into the distance, very unaware of my surroundings and my mind just goes into space. It's like a repeated "ugh, I'm supposed to be doing something but I don't know... Why am I here again?" or the anxiety sets in like: 'Wth are you doing you don't do anything no wait something is due, work now, no no no, who invited procrastination???' and I either suddenly snap out of it or I just slowly come out of it. It's very common lately and it's tiring in a way. In a few cases, I'll think I'm dreaming or something and then feel myself suddenly pulled down to earth giving me a mini heart attack.
I've gone on to just talking to myself and pretending I'm in worlds and meeting people. Very weird. Just floating off to dream world again.. Weee...
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This is exactly what I'm going through right now, like my mind keeps fighting in between the light and the dark. No matter how hard I try I just can't seem to make it stop. I have so much I want to accomplish, so many ambitions. But every time I reach for them, they just seem to get farther away. And I'm stuck chasing basically nothing, Once everything is calm down in the world I will most likely seek out professional help, maybe a therapist or a psychiatrist. I'll see if talking with them will help quell these thoughts.
Thank you for taking the time out to read this, I really appreciate it :)
SpiritFlower wrote on 2020-10-17 19:19:06:
I just start staring off into the distance, very unaware of my surroundings and my mind just goes into space. It's like a repeated "ugh, I'm supposed to be doing something but I don't know... Why am I here again?" or the anxiety sets in like: 'Wth are you doing you don't do anything no wait something is due, work now, no no no, who invited procrastination???' and I either suddenly snap out of it or I just slowly come out of it. It's very common lately and it's tiring in a way. In a few cases, I'll think I'm dreaming or something and then feel myself suddenly pulled down to earth giving me a mini heart attack.
I've gone on to just talking to myself and pretending I'm in worlds and meeting people. Very weird. Just floating off to dream world again.. Weee...
This is exactly what I'm going through right now, like my mind keeps fighting in between the light and the dark. No matter how hard I try I just can't seem to make it stop. I have so much I want to accomplish, so many ambitions. But every time I reach for them, they just seem to get farther away. And I'm stuck chasing basically nothing, Once everything is calm down in the world I will most likely seek out professional help, maybe a therapist or a psychiatrist. I'll see if talking with them will help quell these thoughts.
Thank you for taking the time out to read this, I really appreciate it :)
The Moon's Light
[quote name="MintToast" date="2020-10-17 19:32:17" ]
Sounds a bit like what I'm going through right now actually.
I've dealt with this since I was little, but it's gotten way worse with 2020. My advice is to look into seeing a professional - online or in person depending on how comfortable you are with that - and trying to do things that make you happy or at least provide a bit of a distraction from the heavy thoughts. Music has been astonishingly helpful for me, I'm actually surprised it helped so much, so definitely keep listening to Citizen Soldier if it helps. Reading fun comic books or just regular books is also pretty relaxing.
I also suggest trying to find some good movies or shows on TV. I tend to watch funny shows like The Office or Bob's Burgers or just interesting things that grab my attention like The Umbrella Academy or Avatar: The Last Airbender when I need a little break from all the stress.
I really hope things get better for you soon!
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I'm so sorry it's gotten worse for you, once the whole pandemic calms down I will be seeking help. Maybe talking to someone will bring me some sort of comfort, and in the meantime I will continue to game or read, and listen to my music. I'll try not to let these thoughts get the best of me. I'm already feeling a little better knowing I'm not alone in going through this. And please if you yourself need someone to talk to my messages are always open.
Thank you so much, for taking the time out to read this. And for the advice you've given me~ <3
MintToast wrote on 2020-10-17 19:32:17:
Sounds a bit like what I'm going through right now actually.
I've dealt with this since I was little, but it's gotten way worse with 2020. My advice is to look into seeing a professional - online or in person depending on how comfortable you are with that - and trying to do things that make you happy or at least provide a bit of a distraction from the heavy thoughts. Music has been astonishingly helpful for me, I'm actually surprised it helped so much, so definitely keep listening to Citizen Soldier if it helps. Reading fun comic books or just regular books is also pretty relaxing.
I also suggest trying to find some good movies or shows on TV. I tend to watch funny shows like The Office or Bob's Burgers or just interesting things that grab my attention like The Umbrella Academy or Avatar: The Last Airbender when I need a little break from all the stress.
I really hope things get better for you soon!
I'm so sorry it's gotten worse for you, once the whole pandemic calms down I will be seeking help. Maybe talking to someone will bring me some sort of comfort, and in the meantime I will continue to game or read, and listen to my music. I'll try not to let these thoughts get the best of me. I'm already feeling a little better knowing I'm not alone in going through this. And please if you yourself need someone to talk to my messages are always open.
Thank you so much, for taking the time out to read this. And for the advice you've given me~ <3
The Moon's Light