CTH, I agree with wii about looking into SAM-e and GABA. They worked better than SJW for me. I also take theanine, magnesium, tryptophan, B Complex (anti stress), extra B-15/Pantothenic Acid (THE ant-stress vitamin), magnesium (nerve-calmer) daily among other vitamins. Valerian Root when I'm particularly anxious. Go to a bookstore and take the few short quizzes in the beginning of The UltraMind Solution by Mark Hyman.
Originally Posted By: ClingingToHope
I have nothing to hide. I feel I've conquered more demons and I'm putting in the work. I have nothing to be ashamed of. I didn't fail in this M. This is her doing.
Keep reminding yourself of these truths.
wii is also spot on about slowing down. Simply pay close, deliberate attention to whatever you are physically doing at any given time instead of physically going on auto-pilot, which gives the mind the time and space it needs to race and chatter. This is the root of mindfulness.
And a trick? When the mind races, stump it by asking yourself, "I wonder what my next thought will be?" Your mind will stop and go blank even if just for a moment. A moment of relief. Got that one from Eckhart Tolle. The more often you do it, the longer the chatter-stop lasts.
Peace,
Gardener
"My soul, be satisfied with flowers, With fruit, with weeds even; but gather them In the one garden you may call your own." Cyrano deBergerac
