Overthinking and living in fear

Not that I do not 'worry' about what will happen to me when I get to be unable to be living by myself -- at 80 I am able to do all things I need including care for cat (or is it cat who looks after me with his calming and playful presence) BUT it's a fleeting worry as I know Just Worry is a sheer WASTE that is irretrievable. So I plan the healthiest lifestyle that will ensure my independence -- and give me a sense that I spent my 24 hrs As Best I cud.

Now I must do walking before I treat myself to dinner.
Good luck and keep posted.
P.S. Do u really wanna a regular 'support group' to nudge each other for keeping up? let me know.
I'd hate to see a fellow human falling back when going forward was so accessible.

Amen!!

For me what helps to stay in good-enough shape is the reason Why I want to be in-shape: The Purpose in My Life. Without it it's often hard to motivate one to the exertion ...unless you've found the joy in movement. That is why we are slipping on this apparently Knowing it's good-for-us. Perhaps for humans what matters most is Meaningful life that we would feel good about deep down not just bcz I became rich, famous, NBA player....

I have suffered from anxiety and nervousness since I was 15 years old, and even at 29 years old I still have these it is complicated because it is difficult to try to lead a normal life, even so I try and see the positive.
Can you talk to someone here? make a friendship?

Welcome to Connect @karenina. I just arrived on this "screen" and saw your first post. I am so sorry that you have been suffering from anxiety. That has been a lifelong battle for me and I am 62 years older than you at 81.

This forum is founded on sharing. That is how we learn about medications, diagnoses, and treatments. And friendships seem to form quickly. I joined Connect when I was a caregiver for my life partner who had developed Prostate cancer. I didn't even realize that my health conditions might have value for others.

So....I did have a complete anxiety test and it demonstrated my issues with GAD quite well. I have tried some medications like Duloxetine and now Buspirone has been added as my mobility becomes more of a challenge.

What has really helped? Well.....I joined a Mindfulness and Meditation group of ladies around my age. We have been together now for about 10 years. I practice mindfulness every day and have specific meditation programs that are helpful.

So let's wait and get to know members who respond to your introduction post. Some of our members have actual groups of friends who share life experiences with each other. When you share on Connect many more folks are introduced to you. Some will respond and others will read and benefit from your discussions.

There is also a Private message section on Connect where you can share phone numbers and emails. Let me know if you need help finding it.

May you be free of suffering and the causes of suffering.
Chris

@artscaping I am very sorry about your life partner.
And I also hope that you are free from suffering and that you and your loved ones are well.
and I really appreciate your words, and I would like to talk to you more, I just don't understand how to use private messages?

People don’t realize what so many of us go thru,, our minds , life’s circumstances, 🙏🙏for u

Ginger, I admire you for helping to give others what you have so needed. That is what I desire to do with all this. You are right in saying it feels like you are alone. I feel like almost a burden with the things I struggle with. I would love to connect with you somehow. If it helps you emotionally/mentally to help others I would love to talk with you. It sounds like God has given you great strength and compassion to help others. Many blessings!

Desiree

@lynnballard
For you too 🙏. I hope that there are good people by your side

To use private messages, click on the envelope (email envelope) at the upper right of the page and then click on "compose."