Hang in there CBK…many, many of us have been through it. I’ve talked with other members here about my/their issues. Best to recognize no matter what you see on FB, Insta or other sites, everyone (I mean EVERY person you know) has issues.
A few hints referenced above:
1) The “fight or flight” feeling I used to have (even sitting in line at supermarket) is overwhelming. That’s adrenaline. You’re ok. Stay there. Check out. Walk to your car. Then breathe. Even your leg cramps. Hypochondriac here. 🙋🏻♂️ Sounds like you’re in better health than me.
2) Have been on Zoloft since grad school. Sertraline. Sometimes meds do help. Find the one right for you. But don’t give up after one week. Takes a good three weeks in system to work.
3) Do some physical activity or at least something that you look forward to after work (read, woodworking, gardening, make sausage, cook, paint) and stay off social media/texts for a few hours. Very important. Put some music or a podcast on that YOU like.
4) Finally, you do you…do what you like. We are all pressured to help with many things. But you can’t help if YOU aren’t healthy. It’s a tough balance but take care of yourself first.
GO BILLS!!!!