Do you remember when your anxiety was at it's worst? When was it and why was it so bad?

Do you remember when your anxiety was at it's worst? When was it and why was it so bad?
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During the period leading up to, and during the divorce. I went from hero to zero in 10 seconds flat. Very anxious times.
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