@pierce9999 It's not drivel, especially if it is important to you!

Remember, we are not medical professionals here. We are fellow members who share experiences and offer what we have found that works for us as an individual. That said, here is my take on the situation, and what I have done:

- Getting out to exercise, even if it is "just walking" will go a long way to managing stress. Fresh air and muscle movement, putting your five senses into play, will really help alleviate the anxiety.
- Eat healthy. Watch your intake of foods that make you feel "blah". For some it might be red meat, for others, too much sugar or carbs. For many people, it is coffee or alcohol.
- Journal. Write out what is bothering you, what you can work on. "Talk" to your anxiety through those words. Getting feelings out onto paper/screen can really be a help, and take their power away.
- If you feel the need for a medication to help you through the anxiety, you'll need to see a medical professional.
- Have you tried chamomile tea to calm down, or vitamin B6?
- Do you think the morning anxiety is related to not having a job to go to each day, or the extra weight you want to lose? If so, how can you change up that mindset?

You talk about needing to lose weight, and having had to resign from a job. Those can produce stress or increase anxiety, remember! Good for you for taking on a weight loss challenge, especially this time of year! What rewards are you thinking of to mark progress?
Ginger