Today, I finally accepted I need help with my anxiety issues. I started small and I joined a support forum and wrote a post. I was quickly called a troll by multiple users, accused of faking it, and told to "fuck off back to Tumblr" because they wouldn't believe my anxiety is really so serious. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I finally went to the doctor's about my severe anxiety. I'm so used to putting on a happy performance around people that she didn't believe anything was wrong with me. FML
Today, I was trolling on a My Little Pony forum. I was midway through typing a big post, calling them all a bunch of attention-seeking losers who act like morons because their parents never loved them, when I broke down in tears, realizing I'd just perfectly described myself. FML
Today, I was diagnosed with anxiety and depression after being severely bullied and harassed at my workplace. It was also today that my fiancée told me I was “creating really negative vibes.” FML
Today, I told my therapist that I read FML for relaxation and entertainment. She asked what FML is, then told me stop reading this website, as my life is bad enough, knowing other's experiences would actually increase my level of anxiety. FML
Today, after a lifetime of struggles, I was finally officially diagnosed with ADHD. Thanks to years of ridicule, punishments, humiliation and even beatings over something I literally could not control, I also have terrible depression and anxiety. My mom still thinks I’m making it all up. FML
Today, after weeks of therapy for severe depression, my therapist thought it would be helpful to confess my deepest problems to my friends, to prove that it was alright to trust people. I did. They laughed. Hard. FML
Today, my social anxiety got so bad that I'm now afraid to add people on Facebook. FML
Today, I overheard my friends laughing about how my anxiety means I'll be single forever. I was too anxious to confront them. FML
Today, I decided to go to a therapy group to help with my anxiety and to meet people who felt similar. I joked with my friend that no one would turn up as people might feel anxious about going. I was right. I was the only one there. FML
Today, I finally shared some of my insecurities and difficulties I’m experiencing with a close friend. The response was great, they listened, and gave advice. Later I met another friend, who said that they’re here for me. Everyone was just trying to help, but now almost everyone I know knows. I feel worse than before. FML
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Norja 33
I have also been diagnosed with anxiety. I found it helpful to talk to a counsellor, maybe you would too.
CurlyQute 17
I've been there before. Not the forum, but the anxiety.
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Eivana 37
People are just angry and bitter. That is probably the very cause of the anxiety most people feel.
BlackPhoenixNite 14
Chin up, OP. It might seem hard now but I'm living proof that if gets better. I have GAD and it's always been hard for me but by surrounding myself with supportive people and getting professional help (medication) I've gotten a lot better. Looking for help is the first step to getting better. Keep it up. You'll be fine.
SuperMew 22
If its an anxiety group they are likely trolled a lot. Try reddit?
james3005 12
OP, if the anxiety starts to get very bad, consult a therapist or a counsellor.
dispwned 8
I applaud you for reaching out. I know it must have been very hard on you to have your first attempt turn out that way, and I'm so sorry to hear that. I can only imagine what you're going through and how this made you feel. Please, OP, don't let this deter you from trying again. Seek professional help, or call a crisis hotline or live chat online, if you're too anxious to talk to someone face-to-face. I know suggesting a crisis hotline sounds extreme, but talking to someone anonymously, over the phone or through a messenger, could be a baby step to helping prepare you to meet with a therapist. Generally, a professional can help you better understand and control your anxiety. You'll be so glad and relieved once you do. Best of luck to you.
kaailin 18
Good on you OP for trying to overcome your issue, it sucks you weren't taken seriously though. It can be really hard with mental disorders, trust me I know, but with hard work it can get better. Maybe try a counsellor? They are really supporting and have your best interest in mind.
tossaway2321 5
Please update with what you said that couldn't be true
meggsann10 16
It's hard enough to accept that you have anxiety in the first place. You don't need people telling you that you're a "troll". Forget them!!!
RedRogue85 10
Try making a phone call to a mental health charity. I know there is stigma around this subject as I have suffered MH problems from serving in Afghanistan. I honestly th8nk it is the best bet. If they can't help you, they should be able to point you in the right direction. I hope you get the help you deserve soon.
newyearstandup 13
I'm sorry to hear that OP. I also suffer from anxiety. I also vote that you talk to someone. An outside perspective really helps. Also, believe it or not exercise. Even something as simple as yoga really helps. Good luck.