8 Reasons Why You're Always Anxious

Anxiety is the single most prevalent mental illness in the world and it affects over 40 million adults in the US alone, with more being diagnosed each year. Have you ever had a problem controlling your anxiety? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by it and don’t quite know how to deal with it? Many of us are no strangers to stress and anxiety. Anxiety can be brought on by a lot of different factors, such as genetics, biochemistry, childhood experiences, and social environments. It’s usually triggered by specific events or stimuli, but the problem is, most people aren’t aware of what causes their anxiety and end up thinking that they’re simply anxious for no reason. To help you uncover this mystery, let's look at some of the reasons why you're feeling anxious all the time.

Disclaimer: For more serious cases of anxiety disorders, we advise that you seek real-life professional help. Also, if you relate to this video and think you might have an anxiety disorder, please reach out to your doctor to discuss your symptoms, as this video is not intended to diagnose yourself or others.

Writer: Chloe Avenasa
Script Editor: Rida Batool & Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Storyboarder: Yi Lin
Animator: Caleb Winning
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

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[nicoleonfeels]

I find myself worrying about the future a lot. My mindfulness practice has definitely helped :)

[aliaathirah]

Summary
1. You have a toxic family or family members
2. You have a disruptive home life
3. You're surrounded by toxic people
4. You're stress because of work or school
5. You're worried about your future
6. You are worried about what other people think
7. You're neglecting your self care
8. You have a negative mindset

[ICEcoldJT]

“Nothing is permanent. Don’t stress yourself too much, because no matter how bad the situation is... it will change.” 🙏🏽

[shayla]

Having anxiety freaking sucks. I can't go through a day without something triggering me

[niceupaprika]

I once told my mom that i always feel anxious and she said "then don't feel anxious". Uhm...thanks mom!

[vrakioklefths]

"1. You have a toxic family or family members"
*sweats nervously*

Living with anxiety is like living with a voice that never leaves. That voice knows alll your insecurities and problems and loves to point it out.
If you struggle with anxiety I hope you can find ways that truly helps you 💕💕💚

[kze]

Social Anxiety Disorder is actually “sad” in its initials.

[Zorn_Arc_Vortigern]

Me: *is having a good day*
Also me a few minutes later: *something is wrong I can feel it*

[broooooo]

Can you like, stop stalking me and writing down everything I feel? Like really, it’s making me -anxious- about every video, almost everything said is relatable to me.

[mitskily]

“8 reasons why you’re always anxious”
What my parents think: phone
What my friends think: school
What’s actually the reason: I have really bad anxiety-

[satrickptar]

"8 Reasons why you always feel anxious"
Me: Yes

[anapaulamendozadiaz]

As a time traveler I wish everyone happyness and peace :)

[Avocatoez]

It’s hard having anxiety when in order to reach “success” everything revolves around extroverted and outgoing people :/

[dinasilva]

I struggled with anxiety my whole life, is not easy, sometimes i can't understand why i feel this way, because apparently i don't have a reason for those feelings...but i still feel bad anyway...

[glee]

You forgot Number Nine: You're still having nightmares about the dog with human limbs your friend sent you a week ago.

[HIXHAM]

“You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you”
🙏🏾❤️

[yoonshoo]

I tend to be anxious due to always being judged all the time..

[Psychgo]

Another video to celebrate the new year! Do you feel this video did a good job explaining why you may always be feeling anxious?

[katieburke]

i know all about this crap...i equate anxiety to fear...this is no way to live...baby steps...daily prayer...got me through it and withdrawal...this is so true...for me...♡♡