FabSwingers.com forum: Does your mental health affect you physically?

By *az080378 OP Woman
over a year ago

Cromer

Lately I have found myself feeling low and totally unsure how to drag myself out of this hole.

At the same time I've noticed lots of aches and pains and random symptoms physically...

When you get down,do you find your body suffers too?...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yep! And it's really common too. X

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By *stellaWoman
over a year ago

London

It’s definitely a mind and body thing. Yes.

Sorry you’re not feeling good. Sending love.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I feel the need to clarify I meant that in a... You're not alone way. Not in a everyone gets this and brushing you off way

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By *ark ph0enixWoman
over a year ago

Teesside

Yes. And vice versa.

Flare ups trigger low mood. And low mood triggers flare ups

And now a new condition diagnosed ocular migraines. If I was a horse they'd have shot me by now

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By *az080378 OP Woman
over a year ago

Cromer

"It’s definitely a mind and body thing. Yes.

Sorry you’re not feeling good. Sending love.

Thank you x

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By *az080378 OP Woman
over a year ago

Cromer

"I feel the need to clarify I meant that in a... You're not alone way. Not in a everyone gets this and brushing you off way

I took it the way you intended but thanks for getting the fact that I might not! Xx

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By *ntrigued32Couple
over a year ago

Nottingham

Yes. For me at least.

Maybe speak with your G.P if its a recurrent thing.

Im the meantime, be kind to yourself and rest as much as you can.

Jo.Xx

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By *az080378 OP Woman
over a year ago

Cromer

"Yes. And vice versa.

Flare ups trigger low mood. And low mood triggers flare ups

And now a new condition diagnosed ocular migraines. If I was a horse they'd have shot me by now"

Sorry to hear that, it can be a never ending cycle and it sucks xx

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By *ark ph0enixWoman
over a year ago

Teesside

"Yes. And vice versa.

Flare ups trigger low mood. And low mood triggers flare ups

And now a new condition diagnosed ocular migraines. If I was a horse they'd have shot me by now

Sorry to hear that, it can be a never ending cycle and it sucks xx"

It does, but hang in there OP.

That's what they keep saying to me xxx

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By *rmrs1234Couple
over a year ago

Waterford

yes definitely. Ive had a god awful few days where im feeling extremely low in myself and hating everything about myself but physically i feel exhausted and just not wanting to get out of bed. Ive aches and pains in my legs yet ive done nothing over physical but basically all round i feel like total crap

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yes. For me at least.

Maybe speak with your G.P if its a recurrent thing.

Im the meantime, be kind to yourself and rest as much as you can.

Jo.Xx "

I either get more aches and pains when I haven't been very active, or the aches and pains that I do get I worry about more because it's not obviously muscular from having being doing loads of exercise.

Unfortunately getting up and moving around isn't something I'm very motivated to do when I'm feeling down so I can get stuck in those states.

When I do manage to get moving it does help though.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

Yes, absolutely. It's a vicious cycle sometimes.

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By *yrdsisWoman
over a year ago

Gleam Street

Definately. It makes me lethargic and way more prone to random aches.

I'm lucky though (for me only) that I have my dogs.... I have no choice but to get up and move for them....they didn't choose to live here, so I am forced to ignore those symptoms and focus on their wellbeing instead.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Lately my mental health took a huge nose dive. Getting out of bed became harder, I was totally drained and had no energy to even exercise. Sleep was affected and I just ached all over. Headaches were constant. I'm improving now so feeling better each day xx

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I've been listening to things lately about an integrative approach to exercise. Getting mood, breathing, diet, under control. It's a vicious cycle but can be a virtuous cycle.

I'm not beyond the food for thought stage myself, but it's something I'm examining

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Lately my mental health took a huge nose dive. Getting out of bed became harder, I was totally drained and had no energy to even exercise. Sleep was affected and I just ached all over. Headaches were constant. I'm improving now so feeling better each day xx"

I’m so sorry to hear that

. Glad you’re feeling better. Do you find your headaches are caused by your mental health?

Hippy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hugs OP x

I understand if you're feeling low that it's hard to motivate yourself to get out in the fresh air and move.

But it will make you feel so much better.

If you're sedentary all day your body will ache.

Even a half hour walk would help.

I understand that's it's easier said than done though x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Lately I have found myself feeling low and totally unsure how to drag myself out of this hole.

At the same time I've noticed lots of aches and pains and random symptoms physically...

When you get down,do you find your body suffers too?..."

I think our bodies and our mental health are intertwined. Your body definitely suffers when your mental health is suffering, but perhaps we focus on it more too? Sorry you’re feeling low

Hippy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m so sorry to hear that

. Glad you’re feeling better. Do you find your headaches are caused by your mental health?

Hippy"

Sometimes when Im stressed and tense I get tension headaches so definitely a big contributer xx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes it absolutely does. When I’m having a bad day / week it has a proper knock on effect in my physical health.

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By *ohn KanakaMan
over a year ago

Not all that North of North London

The 2 are intrinsically linked. 1 crashes, so does the other

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I’m so sorry to hear that

. Glad you’re feeling better. Do you find your headaches are caused by your mental health?

Hippy

Sometimes when Im stressed and tense I get tension headaches so definitely a big contributer xx"

Try slow deep breathing. See if you can identify points of tightness for self massage or loosening up.

Deal with the stress as well, but you can hit these headaches from both sides

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m so sorry to hear that

. Glad you’re feeling better. Do you find your headaches are caused by your mental health?

Hippy

Sometimes when Im stressed and tense I get tension headaches so definitely a big contributer xx"

I wonder if that’s causing my headaches?

Hope you continue to feel better

Hippy

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

i have various minor medical niggles which come and go, call them niggles as any time had them checked out no cause could be found

i think they are all stress/anxiety related

also if my head is not feeling well i dont always look after my physical body well and at times dont care if i am getting ill

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

I’m so sorry to hear that

. Glad you’re feeling better. Do you find your headaches are caused by your mental health?

Hippy

Sometimes when Im stressed and tense I get tension headaches so definitely a big contributer xx

I wonder if that’s causing my headaches?

Hope you continue to feel better

Hippy "

Very possible x

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By *ackdaw52Man
over a year ago

Chesterfield

Definitely. Muscle pain, exhaustion, headaches and digestive problems are commonly caused by poor mental health.

Other things are possible, even bruising!

Try some light exercise and some fresh air first.

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By *iamondCougarWoman
over a year ago

Norfuck! / Lincolnshire

I participated in an on-line training course on Friday, covering communication with people via Telephone instead of face to face.

The human Limbic system covers sensory information which generates emotions. This leads to the decisions we make and how we make them.

At this point in time whilst many are stuck at home, life has changed for many beyond our control, the world isn’t the same etc . Emotions at times run high and the most likely cause for irrational decisions, low esteem, feeling unwell, lethargic, restlessness, sleep deprivation.... any number of factors

It was a very interesting conversation starter and I didn’t realise was so pivotal to our well-being!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes. I definetly get digestion upsets when my mood starts dipping, when I have a panic attack and IBS every now and again.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Yes. I definetly get digestion upsets when my mood starts dipping, when I have a panic attack and IBS every now and again. "

I used to have severe gastrointestinal upset after psychotherapy sessions. (Maybe TMI)

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

When i’m anxious I get a “nervous” tummy. I can’t have a social meet unless there is a toilet nearby, because when i need to go i very much need to go, within seconds.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"When i’m anxious I get a “nervous” tummy. I can’t have a social meet unless there is a toilet nearby, because when i need to go i very much need to go, within seconds.

Oh I hate that. Empathy.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"When i’m anxious I get a “nervous” tummy. I can’t have a social meet unless there is a toilet nearby, because when i need to go i very much need to go, within seconds.

I can empathise with that

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yes. I definetly get digestion upsets when my mood starts dipping, when I have a panic attack and IBS every now and again.

I used to have severe gastrointestinal upset after psychotherapy sessions. (Maybe TMI)"

I usually get IBS a few days after I've had a very stressful few days. Probably happens a few times a year at the moment.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes mind and body are connected when it comes to mental issues. I suffer really bad aches and cramps when I'm down.

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By *imon_hydeMan
over a year ago

Stockport

Yeah, sleep deprivation is my big one. Headaches as well. So I'm down, tired and in a filthy mood. Quite a catch.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Mainly through lack of sleep and a tendency to break easier..ie curled up in a corner a mess..but physically not really as Im still able to do my work.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yep, anxiety brings heartburn and breathlessness for me!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes. If I'm feeling down then I'll be tired, unmotivated, probably get sick as a result of being tired which keeps me tired, which keeps me unmotivated etc. Usually until I get a good cuddle and head scratches from K

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By *weetmissnaughty-misterCouple
over a year ago

saltburn

"Lately I have found myself feeling low and totally unsure how to drag myself out of this hole.

At the same time I've noticed lots of aches and pains and random symptoms physically...

When you get down,do you find your body suffers too?..."

Its called somaticising. Stress also causes this x

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By *attooBBWWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

Funny, I was just about to post about how anxiety is taking over my life right now.

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By *luebell888Woman
over a year ago

Glasgowish

"Lately I have found myself feeling low and totally unsure how to drag myself out of this hole.

At the same time I've noticed lots of aches and pains and random symptoms physically...

When you get down,do you find your body suffers too?..."

Yes sometimes i feel i have the world on my shoulders and my body and mind feel heavy but empty. Luckily i have dogs so out i go for long walks in all weathers and it makes me feel so much better. It is them who keep me motivated.x

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By *ouanna JoWoman
over a year ago

A little village

Absolutely. There’s a scientifically proven link between psychological and physical health.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Funny, I was just about to post about how anxiety is taking over my life right now. "

Sorry to hear that. Is it lockdown related, or other things. Sending you hugs

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By *attooBBWWoman
over a year ago

Edinburgh

"Funny, I was just about to post about how anxiety is taking over my life right now.

Sorry to hear that. Is it lockdown related, or other things. Sending you hugs "

I’ve no idea where it came from. I’m currently getting CBT which has helped me through a hard time in life and I’d never had anxiety before that. There doesn’t seem to be enough or mindfulness in the world to get over it!

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

Try to incorporate your CBT with your mindfulness if you can. Accept the feelings, sit with them, allow yourself to process them.

Then use the CBT techniques to tough through until you can more intensively work on emotional regulation again.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Funny, I was just about to post about how anxiety is taking over my life right now.

Sorry to hear that. Is it lockdown related, or other things. Sending you hugs

It can take time as well. Don’t be too hard on yourself. I think most of us have been there too.

It’s easy to judge yourself for how you’re feeling, when it’s perfectly natural to be anxious at times.

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By *naswingdressWoman
over a year ago

Manchester (she/her)

"Funny, I was just about to post about how anxiety is taking over my life right now.

Sorry to hear that. Is it lockdown related, or other things. Sending you hugs

It can take time as well. Don’t be too hard on yourself. I think most of us have been there too.

It’s easy to judge yourself for how you’re feeling, when it’s perfectly natural to be anxious at times. "

Definitely.

I try to triage my feelings. Do I need to soothe, distract, or treat?

So is this a "eat chocolate until it goes away", "do something else and pretend the problem isn't there", or "delve into the issue and try to fix it" issue?

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