Did anyone else have a terrible experience with therapy?

I get so fed up with all the people recommending therapy or meditation. I've only ever had either a neutral or negative experience with traditional talk therapy. And meditation makes me more anxious. I would just like some alternative suggestions. I personally had a good experience with acupuncture, rolfing, and massage. I would like to try reiki to see what that's about. I'm also curious about EDMR.

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Pitchblue

The number one thing to get rid of anxiety and depression is exercise. Running is fantastic, you can literally run away from your problems.

blindbob · 41-45

@Pitchblue I used to use running, but I have had injuries and surgeries from overtraining so it's not really an option anymore.

Pitchblue

@blindbob Same, I can't run anymore. I remember good days when my body was doing the work and my head was just floating.

blindbob · 41-45

@Pitchblue I never got to that stage. Running was always grueling for me. But I always wanted to be a good runner so I worked at it.