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Huh, sorry just fell asleep on my keyboard then.

Actually that's not fair - i'd delete that if i could. Mental health can be hugely complex of course - i wouldn't trivialise it at all.
My earlier post was just suggesting that from a biochemists point of view, and trying to treat the person as a whole rather than a specific ailment - then a dietry change might help some people.

Actually that's not fair - i'd delete that if i could. Mental health can be hugely complex of course - i wouldn't trivialise it at all.
My earlier post was just suggesting that from a biochemists point of view, and trying to treat the person as a whole rather than a specific ailment - then a dietry change might help some people.

Yeah, that's a fairly feasible theory. But then if it has always been this prevalent, we've on the whole been living a miserable existence as a species for centuries. Like I say, I don't think I can just accept that life is just the way it is and we are the way we are because we always have been, only awareness has increased. Surely we would not have survived as a species if we had this kind of emotional flaw in us.
I'm inclined to say it's just a modern thing and that our lifestyles are just unhealthy. It's like the obesity crisis for the brain.

@David 
Don't mock this, but I think you'd see a big improvement by going gluten free for a month. If it makes no difference, so be it. Life changer for my Mrs though! 

Best way to stop anxiety? Keep busy, don't give your brain chance to wonder as once it's started walking it can be a real ******* to stop. Everyone is different so not all methods are take away advice for everyone. 
If I was to describe it non sufferers, its like having two voices in your head, one saying that pain is your denture, the other telling him to shut the **** up. The tosser usually wins as he's got the louder voice.
For me what works is several things, one is podcasts, having another voice in the room, increase the volume so it's the loudest. If that fails, music, anything that you can sing along to in your head.
Mobile phone games are also great, anything that needs fast reflexes and concentration. It's all about stimulating the brain.
Way back when my anxiety attacks could last for 5 hours or more, they would leave me so drained I could barely lift my head. Now I can turn them around in under an hour, half hour most times.
Hasnt been so much the anxiety this time, the stomach, pains are real, the stress ***** with your digestive system completely. 
Dont feel brave for posting any of this, I don't really feel like it helps me either tbh as I'm past that stage, being able to talk openly no longer gives me relief as I don't bottle anything up anymore. Stick me in a room with anyone and I'll chew your ear off on mental health. Really is an area where the NHS needs more funding for mental health support. Could go into another long rant on that but I won't.
That might come across as arrogant and I really don't mean to, talking is the best thing you can do, even if it's strangers. Opening up and being honest is big thing, opening up to close friends and family is massive and I urge anyone on here struggling that hasn't, do it. 
It won't cure it, that's not the magic stop button and even having that support network in place you are still capable of anxiety striking again but having those around you understanding how you're feeling helps a lot.
Beware, not everyone will understand and you have to understand that as well. Can be frustrating having close friends and family tell you to man up. My Dad did the same to me, what would you do if the war started and you had to fight for your country. Never forget that.
As a long time sufferer I remember what I was like before I started to learn about anxiety, thought I was the only person in the world that feels like this, nobody understands, when you realise many people are going through the same, maybe not as severe it makes you feel a little more normal. 
Just here to check in, friendly reminder you're not the only ones out there worrying about **** and putting my gut out there as a don't let this happen to you.

Hi Guys - @RamsPolls here
The past couple of months, I haven't really been myself. Obviously no one on here knows me in person, But I feel like a lot of you get my personality. I have been dealing with depression. I used to be someone who had a great outlook on life and thought I could conquer the world. Like most of you know, I own my own business inherited from my old man, and no matter what I do, I just feel down about myself constantly. I have a girlfriend who I love to pieces but I can't even talk to her about this. 
I just feel like I'm never going to be good enough for life. A dream of mine to move to america and make something of myself. But I feel like my depression has come due to me being tied down to Derby because of my business and family. Everyday I wake up and have no motivation to do anything, always feeling like I'm not good enough for anyone or anything. 
Yesterday I have a big breakdown, just sat watching not so super Sunday on Sky Sports and I just was thinking about my life and how scared I am about just plodding along with life and not fulfilling my interests.
I have these odds spells in the day when I have a strong feeling in my chest when I over think things and honestly just sit there and think I'm about to burst into tears. Then I think about how my life will go and it just makes my chest pains worse. I've been to the doctors with this and they said I have mild depression but never actually gave my anything to sort it.
I know I shouldn't be moaning about my position in life as I am much more fortunate than most people I know, but I just keep having these situations every single day and it's becoming worse.
If anyone has any tips on how to improve my situation?
Sorry if this is a bit boring. I understand if no one replies lol.

I reckon we could get that little stanza published. 2's on the royalties.

Men that play clarinets,
Like Acker fookin' Bilk.
 
My work here is done.

That doesn't even rhyme. 

He will certainly shock the Football League. The deadline is 11pm. 

Mel's going to shock everyone just before midnight by signing Ulloa on loan till end of season with sn option to buy.
Which will be great until Ranieri gets sacked and the new manager wants him back and he goes on strike and misses penalties on purpose. 

Mel's going to shock everyone just before midnight by signing Ulloa on loan till end of season with sn option to buy.
Which will be great until Ranieri gets sacked and the new manager wants him back and he goes on strike and misses penalties on purpose. 

Mel's going to shock everyone just before midnight by signing Ulloa on loan till end of season with sn option to buy.
Which will be great until Ranieri gets sacked and the new manager wants him back and he goes on strike and misses penalties on purpose.