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I have anxiety. At times it can feel crippling. Having someone tell me to calm down is like pouring gasoline on a fire: it does no good- and actually makes it worse. If 'calming down' was that easy don't you think I'd do it?? Would you tell someone having a heart attack to just stop? No? (I certainly hope not, at least.) Then don't tell me to calm down.
Its insulting to be told that- as if I had some choice in the matter. Anxiety is not something that I can schedule. It just is.
Another thing not to do-- for the love of all that is holy- do not try and surprise or scar me. I may surprise you by hitting you.
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I'm sorry. That would be tough. My son has a lot of anxiety and I just try to reassure him.
Has someone actually done that, tried to scare you???? Seriously??? I have suffered with anxiety in past and its still there in the background or hidden away but something will trigger it, like something goes wrong, I do manage to control it but in the past I have had panic attacks, which are horrendous. Thankfully mine isn't severe generally or it is the way I react to certain things. I do appreciate how anxiety can take over your life.
Kate
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You're good! Yes, my husband off all people- tried to scare me. I literally pee'd my pants.
The calm down thing has to be up there as a huge pet peeve. ugh people.
I have an anxiety group on Facebook if you're interested in joining. I've had it all my life. I know how it is :) Feel better. And if someone tells you to calm down, say "I will calm down when you realize how wrong it is to say that to someone with anxiety."
Ohh I think I will steal that retort. I'd love to join your group please email me @ almostsinglemom@makingitfun.net
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