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Struggling with messaging on Whatsapp

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I’ve noticed recently my anxiety becomes significantly worse after sending a message to somebody on WhatsApp until I get a reply from them (this is with several people). Has anyone else ever struggled with the increased anxiety whilst waiting for a reply and if so, how have you gone about trying to resolve this? Thanks! 

  • I have definitely had moments where I've worried that someone doesn't like me anymore because I've not heard from them in ages, or they've read a message and not replied.

    There have been actual situations where that has happened and I've had to address it, and they've been honest that they don't want to be friends anymore.

    That's completely fine but I feel guilty that they weren't able to be open with me earlier, so that's something I hope to do differently.

    I sent out some emails to friends I hadn't spoken to in months (there was a big falling out) and I really had to switch off as much as I can. The good thing is I didn't have to worry about read receipts or anything like that.

    When I start a new conversation I might send it and immediately delete the chat. That way I'm not constantly checking it. 

  • Hi yes I’m the same when it comes to my boyfriend and it go so bad that I was constantly messaging him or calling him sometimes in the middle of the night. I am much much much better now I find crystal l healing helps and distracting myself and even using logic instead of thinking the worst I now think he safe it’s ok let’s do a puzzle or play a game and wait. Hope this helps Blush