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[Peacelily]

Hey there. I joined AnxietyCommunity because I have terrible anxiety right now due to a lot going on in my life. My goal is to connect with others here, who are going through the same things and who may have insight to offer me about the best way to cope with panic attacks when they happen and how to manage anxiety on a daily basis without the use of medications. I've tried medications in the past, only to have those ruin my sleep cycle and be nearly impossible to get weaned off without terrible side effects.

I'd like to see if I can manage my anxiety with nutrition, meditation, and mild exercising like walking or swim-walking. Also, I need to reconnect with the world. I've been too isolated socially, and think having a social life even if its just random public meetup events, is better than constantly being alone which is what I endure right now and I really hate it.

 

[janemariesayed]

You have found the right place here. You won't be judged at all and you can speak freely. Everyone is really welcoming and friendly here. Keep taking your meds but when you feel an anxiety attack coming on, try taking a deep breath. Literally, it's the first thing to do. You'll find it really calms you down quickly after just a few.

 

[Peacelily]

Hi Jane, I actually don't take any medication right now for my anxiety and depression. I have done so in the past with no benefit. So, I'm trying to overcome my anxiety and depression with alternative non-medication ways. Thank you for the welcome. I am glad I can speak freely here.

 

[janemariesayed]

Hi Jane, I actually don't take any medication right now for my anxiety and depression. I have done so in the past with no benefit. So, I'm trying to overcome my anxiety and depression with alternative non-medication ways. Thank you for the welcome. I am glad I can speak freely here.

Yes, you can speak freely and you are welcome too. I take Prozac and smoke my smokey joes and it does help. My doctor knows I smoke smokey joes, and he has it down in my file to put me on the herbal meds just as soon as they become available. I wish I could take them. I really think they will work for you and they certainly won't harm you in any way as they are herbal. Let me know what you decide?

 

[Peacelily]

Hi Jane, unfortunately in my state the medical cannabis qualifying conditions do not include general anxiety or depression. So, as much as I'd like to CBD Oil for my panic attacks and anxiety, I'd have to move to a state where those conditions are covered. I agree that I think CBD Oil would benefit me, but I have no access to it currently, where I live.

 

[Kelculator]

Welvome to the community!

 

[Peacelily]

Thanks Kelculator.

 

[Concernedgal]

Hi Jane, unfortunately in my state the medical cannabis qualifying conditions do not include general anxiety or depression. So, as much as I'd like to CBD Oil for my panic attacks and anxiety, I'd have to move to a state where those conditions are covered. I agree that I think CBD Oil would benefit me, but I have no access to it currently, where I live.

I don't have any kind of legalization in my state. That sucks...this type of treatment would be perfect.

 

[janemariesayed]

Hi Jane, unfortunately in my state the medical cannabis qualifying conditions do not include general anxiety or depression. So, as much as I'd like to CBD Oil for my panic attacks and anxiety, I'd have to move to a state where those conditions are covered. I agree that I think CBD Oil would benefit me, but I have no access to it currently, where I live.

Moving is a pain, especially for those who suffer anxieties of sorts. It should be one rule for every state. It's not fair. I've had a wee look on google and found this link......

https://www.healthrack.co.uk/cbd-oil

You can always order it online!

 

[Peacelily]

Moving is a pain, especially for those who suffer anxieties of sorts. It should be one rule for every state. It's not fair. I've had a wee look on google and found this link......

https://www.healthrack.co.uk/cbd-oil

You can always order it online!

Isn't that illegal to do?

 

[Jehovah Inspiration]

Hi Peacelily,

Im a new member here also and I deal with social and generalized anxiety and mild depression. Like you I want to take a more natural route for my anxiety instead of having to depend on chemicals and God knows what side effects. But you should give yourself credit and a big pat on your back because the three you mentioned, Nutrition, Meditation and Exercise has been proven to relieve and reduce stress and anxiety. You are what you eat..ever heard of that? Well turns out its very true..i can go all day on what you put in your body has a toil not only on your health but on your mental health as well its all connected..Watch a Food Documentary such as Forks over knives..Food Matters..Its a Wealth of Knowledge. Meditation has so many benefits on mental health and just health overall, Theres different types of meditation such a Mindfulness, Gratitude, Transcendental. Also you can look up Relaxation techniques to help with the physical aspect of anxiety, You would not believe how tense your body is until you focus on it and let loose of it..it helps with stress/tension headaches. Peacelily i would advise that you dont start off with more than you can handle..Theres this technique that the japanese use and its a great way to start a good habit.. Simply start a habit by doing it or practicing it for 1 min a day..simple right! Once you have a steady flow on doing it increase it to 2 mins a day and soon enough youll get in the habit of doing it on a daily basis.Look it up. As far as natural medications there is Kava kava(most successful and scientifically proven). Valerian Root and L theanine(amino acid) supplements available. just have to do your research which i know you are experienced in..Im sorry if this is too much for you..I just want you to overcome your anxiety and isolation issues as i have them as well so i know exactly how you feel right now. Wish you all the best.

 

[Peacelily]

Hi Jehovah Inspiration,

Thanks for your response. Yes, I've watched Forks Over Knives and went vegan for three years -- only to be told that I had become vitamin and mineral deficient as a result of giving up eating meat and dairy. Now, I haven't drank milk in at least 20 years, but I do eat parmesan and cheddar cheese. I notice that if I eat processed foods, my anxiety levels climb and I can't sleep (probably due to the sugar content and preservatives in processed foods). But, when I eat organic veggies or nuts instead of potato chips, etc., for a snack, I don't feel as anxious.

I have tried meditation before and even joined a meditation center. But I quickly became disgusted by the politics at the meditation center and was put off by the social cliques and close minded people -- just like what I experienced as a former Catholic when I attended Sunday church services. Now, you couldn't pay me to enter a church or meditation center -- both of those places give me anxiety.

So, I like your suggestion at starting meditation only a few minutes a day and to slowly increase it. To make it a habit. I don't take supplements b/c of the horror stories I've read about in the news. I do need to restart some vitamins, and I plan to eat a more Alkaline diet (cooler alkaline foods than warmer acidic foods, accord. to traditional Chinese medicine). So, it will be hard to give up processed meat, bread, rice, pasta, cheese, and meat (except for fish) but that is my my plan. If I can calm the inflammation inside my body due to my poor eating habits, by eating healthier, I know I will feel 100% better. No more processed snacks either.