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@Ray BB Hey I graduated a few weeks back. I did virtual because in person was way too overwhelming for me. My energy levels are inconsistent. My anxiety can manifest in a few different ways racing thoughts are pretty common. Another way is that when I get too overwhelmed it feels like I go completely apathetic like my emotions totally shut off I don’t do this intentionally. I do cbt therapy so like I try to challenge my thoughts and replace but that’s a losing battle. It feels like I’m constantly arguing with myself.

@dgann15 Congratulations on graduating! This should be the period of your life with the least anxiety. All important matters are essentially "paused" for the next few months so try to enjoy it! The going apathetic part is your brain trying to reset and you burning out your neurons when you get too overwhelmed. Hey, try this since what might be happening is that you're entering a new period of your life and there's no structure right now. Create a routine and do a few things consistently, with the goal of feeling consistently from one day to the next. Base that off of keeping an eye on your energy levels because you'll often find a connection.

@Ray BB I will try. Some days are easier than others but idk it’s just hard sometimes

@dgann15 What's the worst day you've had so far and what does it take to have that type of worse day every day in a row? That's not possible right? After your worst day, there are other days that are better. So that helps me realize that there is some degree of control I have over what happens and what doesn't happen. I can't intentionally make myself worse if I don't want to every single day. Hope that helps!