What is going on here??!? I am REALLY worried

[GerardoG]

TRF: advice would be appreciated...let me share.

This morning I had the usual routine, up at 5 and off to tons of things...workout, kids to school, breakfast, meetings, etc. at mid day, I felt exhausted and worried about everything and nothing! I could not concentrate, and my mind just wandered worrying about all and nothing. I cancelled all afternoon meetings and went to my favorite restaurant to have lunch and fire up a cigar. I only brought my cel and iPad so I could wander off (no emails) and talk to TRF. My wife knows about this, and said 'take the afternoon off, if something comes up, we know where to reach you'. What is this?? Mi have been stressed before, but this uneasy feeling is completely different.

[salem65]

Wear sunscreen.

[GB-man]

Are there any big changes in your life taking place? I've been through periods of anxiousness and the only thing that seems to work for me is hitting the gym everyday, doing cardio.

I've also found meditation to be useful, once you learn how as it can take some time to get a feel for it. I almost guarantee the first time you will feel like a fool but the second or third time you will see some benefit. Free guided meditations online are available if you google them.

If all theses fail there's always Xanax. But that is better served as a last resort IMHO. That said it works very well.

Hope you feel better G

Edit: wanted to add that stretching once or twice a day makes for a relaxing break and works well too.

[cornerstore]

Originally Posted by GerardoG

TRF: advice would be appreciated...let me share.

This morning I had the usual routine, up at 5 and off to tons of things...workout, kids to school, breakfast, meetings, etc. at mid day, I felt exhausted and worried about everything and nothing! I could not concentrate, and my mind just wandered worrying about all and nothing. I cancelled all afternoon meetings and went to my favorite restaurant to have lunch and fire up a cigar. I only brought my cel and iPad so I could wander off (no emails) and talk to TRF. My wife knows about this, and said 'take the afternoon off, if something comes up, we know where to reach you'. What is this?? Mi have been stressed before, but this uneasy feeling is completely different.

I'm presuming you are serious ,you have likely experienced a mild anxiety attack. However as you fly a lot, you may developed have a clot. If it is a clot drinking or eating anything will give you the sensation you have consumed alcohol aka drunk feeling. Try a double espresso, it will steady your heart rate and clear your mind. If you are joking ,you got me.

[GB-man]

Originally Posted by cornerstore

I'm presuming you are serious ,you have likely experienced a mild anxiety attack. However as you fly a lot, you may developed have a clot. If it is a clot drinking or eating anything will give you the sensation you have consumed alcohol aka drunk feeling. Try a double espresso, it will steady your heart rate and clear your mind. If you are joking ,you got me.

Maybe your body is different than mine but a double espresso after a mild anxiety attack is the polar opposite of what I would want!

Try a double anejo!

[GerardoG]

Originally Posted by GB-man

Are there any big changes in your life taking place? I've been through periods of anxiousness and the only thing that seems to work for me is hitting the gym everyday, doing cardio.

I've also found meditation to be useful, once you learn how as it can take some time to get a feel for it. I almost guarantee the first time you will feel like a fool but the second or third time you will see some benefit. Free guided meditations online are available if you google them.

If all theses fail there's always Xanax. But that is better served as a last resort IMHO. That said it works very well.

Hope you feel better G

Edit: wanted to add that stretching once or twice a day makes for a relaxing break and works well too.

Thank you for the comments. I use this several times after a big 'revelation' last year (http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=362869), it does help but today it did little. I am sure I can overcome this without Xanax....I hope.

Originally Posted by cornerstore

I'm presuming you are serious ,you have likely experienced a mild anxiety attack. However as you fly a lot, you may developed have a clot. If it is a clot drinking or eating anything will give you the sensation you have consumed alcohol aka drunk feeling. Try a double espresso, it will steady your heart rate and clear your mind. If you are joking ,you got me.

I would love to say I was jocking...but not this time. I do take all precautions due to flying (liquids, compression socks, etc) and I do not feel 'drunk'...just, as you say, anxious.

[GerardoG]

Originally Posted by GB-man

Maybe your body is different than mine but a double espresso after a mild anxiety attack is the polar opposite of what I would want!

Try a double anejo!

that is what I love about TRF! Laughter eases things

[SearChart]

Take your time, maybe visit a doc and relax, seems like you have a busy life and sometimes it can be too much.

[texex91]

One stop to the AD.

Buy something new.

Come home feeling better.

Open some vino.

[Chrispare]

Gerardo
I follow your trips,meetings you seem to be so active ,so busy..
It's quite miraculous you are able to do so many things
So don't worry it is just a normal réaction which means you have to take a break
Excuse my poor english
With my friendship

[Vincent65]

Sounds trite, but maybe some light exercise, comforting food, some familiar and favourite music, or a good book may help. Just thinking of some possible low-key 'boosters'. Watch some stand-up. Call an old friend. Try to break any cycle of thoughts which may lead to anxiety and a spiral into the negative and worrying thought patterns. As we all know, worrying does nothing positive; it only makes things seem worse. Count your blessings, and feel better soon.

Best, Karl.

[cornerstore]

Originally Posted by GerardoG

Thank you for the comments. I use this several times after a big 'revelation' last year (http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=362869), it does help but today it did little. I am sure I can overcome this without Xanax....I hope.


I would love to say I was jocking...but not this time. I do take all precautions due to flying (liquids, compression socks, etc) and I do not feel 'drunk'...just, as you say, anxious.

A Fib presents with many of symptoms you are describing , I know first hand . See if you can count your beats to 60 if steady on each 15 sec. likely not A Fib, if skipping or irregular beats on the qtr. perhaps A fib . The rate not important ,it will be high as you are anxious, rhythm is the key . A Fib can hit anyone at any anytime . That is why I suggested double espresso, coffee shown to control rhythm.

[cornerstore]

Originally Posted by Vincent65

Sounds trite, but maybe some light exercise, comforting food, some familiar and favourite music, or a good book may help. Just thinking of some possible low-key 'boosters'. Watch some stand-up. Call an old friend. Try to break any cycle of thoughts which may lead to anxiety and a spiral into the negative and worrying thought patterns. As we all know, worrying does nothing positive; it only makes things seem worse. Count your blessings, and feel better soon.

Best, Karl.

Comedy is a proven method to help steady heart rate and lessen anxiety .

[swils8610]

Sounds like you need a mental health G! Relax a little bit.

[c41006]

It sounds like you are overstressed or perhaps a mild panic attack. Take some time to decompress and focus on things other than work.

[swils8610]

A little rest and relaxation should fix you up!

[cornerstore]

Originally Posted by GB-man

Maybe your body is different than mine but a double espresso after a mild anxiety attack is the polar opposite of what I would want!

Try a double anejo!

I know it seems counter intuitive but caffeine can control anxiety , heart rhythm and rate depending on the underlying causes. Decaffe can do the opposite,

http://www.anxietyadvice.com.au/substance-triggers.html

[Psmith]

Sometimes the effects of a stressful situation can take a while to manifest themselves.
Perhaps talk to your doctor for reassurance, and then take a vacation? Sounds obvious, but a change in routine/perspective can work wonders. Take it easy G

[teqp]

Definitely sounds like you got a little too much stress. If you have irregular heartbeat, I would definitely go get it checked out. When I get extra stressed at work, I would go jump on the treadmill, slap on my headphones and run for 4-5 miles just to relax. Then at home, a nice glass of whiskey helps.

I hope you get it sorted out soon!

[Sarajevo]

It may well be just one of those little blips that we can all get occasionally. If it doesn't repeat itself, I don't think there is any need to do anything. If, however, you have any lingering concerns, reassurance can be provided by getting some basic tests done (bloods, ECG, etc) as these would pick up any serious issues. They may provide you with sufficient reassurance to prevent any reoccurrence.

If it is any use, I find a long walk cures most anxiety-related issues.

I really hope all is well!

[nick c]

In think you should visit your doctor

[Floorguy]

Originally Posted by nick c

In think you should visit your doctor

X2 Gerardo!! I wish you well my friend!!!

[Laszlo]

Gerardo, it sounds like you had an old fashioned panic attack. :-( Self-induced anxiety. You could try medicating it (I don't recommend this, but it's available) or just start working on a breathing rhythm when that "feeling" happens... take deep breaths through your nose, then exhale through your mouth... and hum, as you exhale. Do this over and over again and you'll feel the anxiety subside greatly. Also, take a step back and slow down a little if you can - see your physician. It's a terrible and frightening feeling, like going out of your mind. But there's nothing wrong with you at all (your not going crazy), it's just your body/mind going into "fight-or-flight" responses. This goes all the way back to our early human development, this was usually triggered by the hunt, a wild tiger out to eat you, but now this response is triggered by modern day stress and worry. I hope this helps... and sorry it happened.

[GradyPhilpott]

This happens to almost everyone at some time or another and it is more common among some than others.

You wrote recently of some event or series of events that seemed to me to be anxiety-inducing, so maybe you have some residuals from that experience, if I read your post correctly.

At any rate, I don't think it's appropriate to seek to label this experience or to suggest some regimen, except to say that there are activities that when I engage in them, I am so focused on that activity that there is no room for intrusive thoughts or emotions.

You know yourself well enough to know what works for you and I must say that having a supportive wife and family is certainly a blessing.

http://www.calmclinic.com/anxiety/types/free-floating

[Headshrinker]

From your posts you have a very busy life, you work hard and play hard. Sometimes it's just good to do nothing. Enjoy a good drink or cigar, but don't combine them with any stressors (friends or work). When I have an evening cigar, I sit on my deck and just enjoy the view ( I live on a lake). I'm confident it's nothing, but if you are in your fifties, maybe you should have a checkup to be sure. Be well my friend.

[bdex75]

It sounds like a mild anxiety or panic attack. I would imagine that your stressful situation at work last week did not help.
Do you see a doctor regularly for a check up and standard blood work?


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[VICI]

Nothing a new Lambo won't solve ;) ;) ;)

Jk - someone you just have to take your foot 'off the pedal'

[GerardoG]

Thank you all for your words (and laughs...I needed them!). After lunch and a cigar, went back to the office and was able to be there for less than an hour. Off to the doctor.

A few tests and interview and it is quite clear: sugar ok, cholesterol ok, red cell ok, pressure ok (100/70), quick eye test ok. The result: stress. Anxiety.

As I have (now, I can't believe it!) a quick trip tomorrow (flight at 9am, back by 9pm); I just came back home. Long shower, opened a bottle of Tempranillo and cooked for my son (girls have dinner with friends). I did not take food pics as cell is drained (calls did not stop, both for work and to know what was going on).

I am sitting down, iPad in hand, my son next to me. Glass of wine, trying to take it easy to handle tomorrow.

Thank you all, once again, from the bottom of my heart.

[kneedeep]

Hope that uneasy feeling passed quickly, G. It is not pleasant. When it's happened to me, 100% stress related until the stress point was removed/resolved. What a relief when that happens. Good luck.

[GerardoG]

Originally Posted by SearChart

Take your time, maybe visit a doc and relax, seems like you have a busy life and sometimes it can be too much.

Gracias! Did pay him a visit.

Originally Posted by texex91

One stop to the AD.

Buy something new.

Come home feeling better.

Open some vino.

vino: done. AD: not a bad idea!

Originally Posted by Chrispare

Gerardo
I follow your trips,meetings you seem to be so active ,so busy..
It's quite miraculous you are able to do so many things
So don't worry it is just a normal réaction which means you have to take a break
Excuse my poor english
With my friendship

Gracias, honestly. I do appreciate your words and take them seriously. Gracias, again

Originally Posted by Vincent65

Sounds trite, but maybe some light exercise, comforting food, some familiar and favourite music, or a good book may help. Just thinking of some possible low-key 'boosters'. Watch some stand-up. Call an old friend. Try to break any cycle of thoughts which may lead to anxiety and a spiral into the negative and worrying thought patterns. As we all know, worrying does nothing positive; it only makes things seem worse. Count your blessings, and feel better soon.

Best, Karl.

Thank you Karl. As a matter of fact tuned to comedy channels on the way to doctor...now that I stop and think about it, I was not even listening! I kept thinking about work

Originally Posted by cornerstore

A Fib presents with many of symptoms you are describing , I know first hand . See if you can count your beats to 60 if steady on each 15 sec. likely not A Fib, if skipping or irregular beats on the qtr. perhaps A fib . The rate not important ,it will be high as you are anxious, rhythm is the key . A Fib can hit anyone at any anytime . That is why I suggested double espresso, coffee shown to control rhythm.

Thank you for the advice. Did this at the office, and constant 'rhythm'. I was not aware of how important this is.

Originally Posted by cornerstore

Comedy is a proven method to help steady heart rate and lessen anxiety .

I agree. Totally

Originally Posted by swils8610

Sounds like you need a mental health G! Relax a little bit.

You know something: I do!

Originally Posted by c41006

It sounds like you are overstressed or perhaps a mild panic attack. Take some time to decompress and focus on things other than work.

I am writing from the heart: this is why I share this with all of you. You are my extended family. Honestly. After the doc appointment, I just sat and wound watches for an hour...

Originally Posted by swils8610

A little rest and relaxation should fix you up!

and as it was suggested before: vino!

Originally Posted by cornerstore

I know it seems counter intuitive but caffeine can control anxiety , heart rhythm and rate depending on the underlying causes. Decaffe can do the opposite,

http://www.anxietyadvice.com.au/substance-triggers.html

Had a VERY interesting read with this site, thank you!

Originally Posted by Psmith

Sometimes the effects of a stressful situation can take a while to manifest themselves.
Perhaps talk to your doctor for reassurance, and then take a vacation? Sounds obvious, but a change in routine/perspective can work wonders. Take it easy G

Thank you. I spoke to him, results lab-wise are ok. I do need a break.