Do you have a hobby? Try knitting or crocheting , adult coloring, or reading a book... Some kind of distraction

Thank you to everyone who took the time to answer my question......I (surprisingly) made it thru meeting with the lawyers yesterday morning without falling apart or going full blown into a panic. I did get Hyland's Nerve Tonic capsules-took them the day before & yesterday morning-they seemed to help keep the anxiety level down to some degree......

I'm not recommending yet but I am trying xanax for anxiety.

I honestly believe fm.is caused by long term stress suppressed over many years. Unresolved trauma is toxic. Getting therapy for the old trauma l found invaluable. Especially if you can't remember a trauma+its suppressed deep in the subconscious. Don't be afraid its no worse tgan what you're going through now.

I found heat therapy and a gentle massage plus a nice warm bath helps. I found that when I am not in severe pain, I would color in an anti-stress adult coloring book. I try as much as possible to distract myself from what is stressing me. Hope this helps. Soft hugs