My anxiety is driving a wedge in all of my relationships, mainly my romantic one. I’m so on edge all the time and get so upset over everything. I think my boyfriend may break up with me after this last fight and I just feel awful. Definitely ready to start medication. Am I alone?

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It’s good that you at least recognize what’s going on and seeking help! I know this feeling all too well. Try to apologize and express what you’re going through to people. You’re not alone. Ive been there and came out the other end. With relationships intact and in some cases stronger. Let me know if you wanna talk 1;1. Hang in there

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You are an angel! I will message you :)

This is me as well. You are not alone. Hang in there. ❤️

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Are you seeking the help of a mental health professional? If not, please look for a therapist. It's really helpful to talk through things with her and help manage my generalized anxiety.

We all feel a little on edge these days. Apologize and say you’ll do your best to be better, and do that very thing. Medication? Maybe, but I started with a therapist a few months ago and am starting to see small changes that are having a big impact on all my relationships. I have a tendency to push people away too. It took me a while to trust my new therapist and feel comfortable sharing, but I see how helpful having this weekly time to sort through my “stuff” is.

Thank you for saying this. I think i’m going to pursue therapy before medication now so that i’m not slapping a bandaid on my issues

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