Anxiety and Missing Mass

[giuseppe96]

I’ve been suffering from both sleep deprivation and general anxiety lately. On top of that, I’ve put a lot of pressure on myself to be on top of everything while being a good Catholic. I had a panic attack last night and had trouble staying asleep all night. I slept through both of my alarms and didn’t go to the 5:30 pm Mass because I didn’t think I should be driving on the freeway in this condition. I love going to Mass and I didn’t want to miss. But I still feel that I did something wrong.

 

[DeniseNY]

Sleep deprivation and anxiety are ailments. Don’t beat yourself up about not getting to Liturgy.

If you are not already seeing professional help for this, please do.

 

[Powdercoater]

Illness that prevents one from assisting at Mass is not a sin. I hope you get well soon! Love from a fellow anxiety sufferer.

 

[IdaCatholic]

On behalf of others who ventured out of the house near you today I want to commend you for your sacrifice and wise decision to stay home so as not to endanger yourself or others. This is not sinful, but responsible.