Does anyone else get this thing... when they’re angry all the time?

[sorry this is long, but I’m glad to know I’m not the only one that is dealing with this]

My anxiety is linked with OCD tendencies, they can spiral to anger quite quickly, and I feel like it has gotten worse over the past few years. I used to be the kindest, mellow, chill person, but my anxiety has been left untreated, and slowly changed me over time.

Some things I am trying to do now to get all of it under control:

Started taking L-Theanine about a week ago when feeling stressed and agitated (not sure if it’s a placebo affect) it seems to work, kinda takes the edge off.

Listening to podcasts that discuss the issues I have, has actually helped me feel less “crazy”, like I’m not alone. Plus sometimes they mention good tips. (Mental Illness Happy Hour, The Hardcore Self Help Podcast).

And last but not least...starting Lexapro and Lyrica this week! Nervous about that, but I saw my primary care physician and mentioned my growing agitation with my anxiety and they are hopeful these will help.

Oh and I’ve been peppering in workout days throughout the last week, and I can tell a significant difference in my mood on those days!

Cheers and best of luck

/r/Anxiety Thread