Overwhelmed

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Have some unforeseen circumstances show up at my doorstep! Man what a weekend. Feeling overwhelmed and anxious but I’m just gonna roll with the punches.

I use a self therapy called Tapping. Anyone have any other things I can do to help with anxiety?

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Specializes in RNC-OB,L&D,Antenatal testing, Oncology.

I'm sorry you are feeling this way. I remember when I used to wake up with my heart wanting to leave my chest; not a good feeling. Over my almost 3 years in monitoring I have learned to meditate and make my mind and my body relax. I have also learned that I have no control over anything and worrying about things are not going to change their outcome. I hope you are able to find what helps you, I'll be thinking of you.

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Rosa09,

Thank you for that! Today is better. I need to remember that Somethings just need to run it’s course and worrying about things aren’t going to change the situation. Thank you for your thoughts!

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I've learned how to meditate for anxiety BUT the best time is with water.... either a tub, pool or shower. I learned it long ago to deal with physical pain , sit in the shower, have the water run over you and visualize all the pain or stress run down with the flow of water and out of your body.

In a pool is best if you can float on your back and just try to "be one with the world"... sounds goofy I guess, but this type of meditative water therapy has helped me ....

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Specializes in Clinical Leadership, Staff Development, Education.

I remind myself to "stay in the moment" and not think about all of the what if's. I also tell myself- all I have to do is make it through this hour, day ect.

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