Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi everyone, Matthew again.
When i'm worrying I'm usually at a loose end (can't find anything to do), have stomach pains or a bit of a headache. The problem is this usually lasts for a while. Yesterday I recieved plenty of good advice on how to stop worrying but how do I stop when I am worrying?
What do you suggest? Should I lie on my bed, should I read a book or should I come on the forum and ask for advice? I don't want to chat on the forum to much, I have been known to just come on for a chat and not to discuss my worries - basically I don't want to annoy anybody.
Please get back to me with any advice you may have. Thanks
Kindest regards,
Matthew.
Hi Matthew, it can be very difficult to stop worrying once you've started. I suppose it also depends on how "big" the worry is. Some people who worry can have a disproportionate view about how serious something really is, so their worry just keeps getting bigger + bigger. Other people sometimes don't take things seriously enough, even when things indicate that they should. Physical exercise is supposed to help with worry/anxiety so if there is a physical activity you enjoy, try doing that instead of worrying. Also an activity that needs all your concentration, second-second, minute-minute, will also take your mind off your worries. You should feel comfortable about posting about worries you have on here.