Alice,

RE: Stressed out and anxious from schoolwork and everything

Wow, I know exactly what you mean. You just made me feel so much better. Right now it 4:45 AM and I can't sleep. I know the pain you are talking about. I really feel like I'm going insane. I won't let myself go to sleep. I even tried to take a hot shower but nothing is working. I can't organize any of my thoughts. I am moving across the country in a month and even though that's not what I'm thinking about, I know it's in the back of my head. Well, good luck. I guess we are both going through some normal symptoms of stress. I hear it can be very hard on your body.

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To the reader:

You should take time out for just you. Don't just spend all your time on school or work. You could go get your hair or nails done. You should also talk to someone about your problem, don't keep things to yourself all the time, someone in your life cares.

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To the reader:

For anyone who can relate to this post and has anxiety, I know how you feel. I've been dealing with anxiety for 2 years now and have been making great improvements. The best thing you can do to start is to read up on anxiety and any other phobias/disorders you have. Knowing what is happening to your body and brain seemed to be half the battle for me.

Go to your doctor and have them prescribe Xanax or some form of anti-anxiety pills. It may not be your 'style' to take pills (as it is not mine) however, I can almost be myself again with them and it feels great.

Good luck.

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To the reader:

I have definitely been there and know how you feel. You need to start prioritizing your life. Which is more important to you — working all of the time or seeking personal happiness while working a little less? I recently had a breaking point when I was working too many jobs and going to graduate school full time. Next year I will be quitting two jobs, working less, and seeking more joyful activities with friends. What makes you happy in life? Set it as one of your priorities. You will thank yourself later when you are happier, more fun to be around, and more efficient in your work. Good luck and take care of yourself!

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To the reader:

Wow, don't take this the wrong way, but I'm very relieved to see that others are having the same troubles. I've felt anxieties over a bunch of stuff, but nothing compares to the anxiety provoked by the physical reactions I'm having. It's unbelievable how emotional anxiety can affect you so badly physically... I'm constantly afraid of heart-attack. What's weird is that I also feel guilty about having anxieties even though I haven't been through a stressful life or anything traumatizing.

Anyhow, I wish the author of the question the best of luck. Also, I found this Q&A extremely helpful, and intend to find some help myself. So thank you Alice for giving yet another troubled soul some hope!