Heightened reality

Whether you have been formally diagnosed with an anxiety disorder, or you just personally feel anxious a lot of the time, this will be a place for you to share your story, or read those of others who may feel similarly to you. I have dealt with anxiety my entire life. I have been formally diagnosed with three of the five central anxiety disorders: Generalized anxiety disorder, Obsessive Compulsive disorder, and specific phobia. The other two main disorders are Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Panic Disorder. The thing I have found the most difficult over the years is feeling alone. I constantly am told that I am just being weak. That I am faking it and trying to get attention. It hurts more than anything to feel that the thing I am most ashamed of is thought of as fake. As if I enjoy feeling this many conflicting emotions all at once. If your problems are worse than mine, or far less extreme, or if you just have questions. This is a safe place. You can leave any questions you have in the ask box (anonymity is possible and privacy is respected) or you can email me at [email protected]

[avagardner]

[heightenedreality-blog]

“She was awkward. She couldn’t get out of her own way. She wasn’t disciplined, and she was often late but there was a sort of magic about her which we all recognized at once… Her phobias, or whatever they were, came later; she seemed just a carefree kid, and she owned the whole world.” -Barbara Stanwyck

[mentalillnessmouse]

Tip #1—The first step in getting help is often the hardest—being willing to admit you have a problem with social phobia or social anxiety. While I knew I had a problem, the very thought of talking about it to a doctor only produced more anxiety and fear of embarrassed and humiliation. If…

[eeeeeeeeeeebbbbe]

[heightenedreality-blog]

Guys I really can't continue this without contributions from all of you. This tumblr was created as a way for us to work together so that no one feels alone but without followers I can't help. I really think that I can help with my support and knowledge so if you agree or care at all PLEASE spread the word and help me help others.

[spacegirlstories]

I’m afraid of sex.

I’m afraid of how much a person can take from you when you offer yourself so completely.

I am afraid of everything there is to lose.

I am more afraid of everything there is to gain. I do not—

will he want me when it is over?

Will my father want me when he comes home early...

[viviras]

Some people will never understand the kind of super power it takes for some people to just walk outside.

Andrea Gibson (via 0rgasms)

[observando]

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My dad went to a Seder last night and a woman had a stroke. She's going to die. She was really young and has a new born baby and a young kid. I'm so anxious I can barely talk. I didn't even know her. But....all she had was a headache. That's so scary.

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This the the Columbia University Center for Anxiety and other Related Disorders website's info page on Social Anxiety in kids and teen.s 

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My best friend just told me that she no longer wants to be friends with me. My anxiety is "bullshit" She doesn't understand why I'm letting it get to me. I'm choosing to be unhappy I'm not fun to be around. Why would she ever want to be friends with someone like that?

[heightenedreality-blog]

Hey guys just a reminder, I would love for you to share your stories of you feel comfortable. It always feels good to know you are not alone. I am also always always here to give advice or answer any question you may have. If you don't want me to post the question just write confidential. Or you can email me at [email protected]

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Rule number 4: There is nothing like the moment you overcome anxiety

I DID IT! I went to the concert. I told my friends to go ahead of me so that I would have time to think rationally. Once alone I laid down and brooded for a little and then I thought about not just going to the concert, but the actual music. How much I love the band. And I really wanted to go. So I told myself that I would just to to terminal five and see how I felt once there, and I was fine. I went in and had a great time. 

[heightenedreality-blog]

I'm supposed to go to a concert tonight, which is hard enough for me. But now one of my friends gave blood today and then smoked and isn't feeling well... In my house. I don't think I can go now and I was REALLY excited. This isn't fair.

[joshgels]

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[rachelweenirburger]

 If Barbie was an actual woman, she would be 5’9” tall, have a 39” bust, an 18” waist, 33” hips and a size 3 shoe.

• Barbie calls this a “full figure” and likes her weight at 110 lbs.

• At 5’9” tall and weighing 110 lbs, Barbie would have a BMI of 16.24 and fit the weight criteria for anorexia. She likely would not menstruate.

• If Barbie was a real woman, she’d have to walk on all fours due to her proportions.

 • Slumber Party Barbie was introduced in 1965 and came with a bathroom scale permanently set at 110 lbs with a book entitled “How to Lose Weight” with directions inside stating simply “Don’t eat.”

i’m always reblogging this.

[pardis-means-paradise]

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Good explanation of OCD and how it is treated 

remember: DONT SELF DIAGNOSE