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30 Women Get Real About What It's Like to Live With Anxiety—And How They Cope

17."One of the biggest parts of my anxiety is feeling like I can't say the right thing so I repeat myself over and over. Then I get embarrassed and worry that I am being annoying so I try to backpedal or even totally shut down. I also don't do well in loud places or crowds because I get overwhelmed trying to pay attention to everything or give people what I feel is proper attention. I'm also constantly thinking I should be doing better or more and comparing myself to others. Luckily, I found a great medication that keeps my mind from spiraling out of control."—Julie C., 28, Stow, OH

 

18."I struggle with anxiety on daily basis. I have what they call "white-coat syndrome" where I fear I have every disease under the sun. I also get panic attacks on a regular basis, but running and working out helps immensely with that. I find if I stay away from sugar that also helps manage my anxiety levels greatly."—Genevieve J., 34, San Francisco, CA

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