Thank you for reaching out… what you’re feeling is incredibly heavy, and it takes real courage to speak about it so honestly. You’ve already survived 10 years of this, and that says you have strength, even if it doesn’t feel like it now.
Your symptoms… weakness, palpitations, body pain, hopelessness… aren’t “just in your head.” Chronic anxiety and depression often create a body-mind loop, where both physical and mental energy crash.
Since you’re asking for practical steps, here are focused areas to start working on:
1. Rule out hidden physical causes like
Vitamin B12, D, iron deficiency,
thyroid issues, etc. These often worsen fatigue and mimic anxiety.
2. Structured psychiatric care is a must. Long-term unresolved anxiety needs medication review. Some meds work better for physical symptoms.
3. Combine it with therapy (especially CBT or body-based therapy). For someone like you, therapy isn’t about “talking” but learning to regulate your nervous system.
4. Track and fix 3 basics daily: hydration, sleep cycle, protein intake. They affect nervous energy more than we realize.
5. Limit screen time at night and intense overthinking rituals. These worsen chest heaviness.
Next Steps
- Book an appointment with a psychiatrist and get a fresh review of your current condition and any blood work suggested.
- Begin therapy with someone who understands trauma-informed care, not just motivational tips.
- Write 3 things you want to experience in life if your fear lifts. This becomes your “why” to fight back.
Health Tips
You are not weak… your nervous system is overwhelmed. But recovery is possible. You need not more tips, but structured, guided, consistent help. Please don’t delay professional support. Your life is valuable, and there is still time to reclaim it.