I've read what you've been saying about anxiety and I'm a bit bothered about it. Here is why: I can't relate to a lot of anxiety symptoms (experiences) you talk about.
The intensity is different.
I actually started wondering if I have anxiety. Then I remembered that I was diagnosed by a psychiatrist 8 years ago. I've been on meds on and off. Last year was especially difficult and I've heard another diagnosis (in addition to anxiety, not instead). I've been on meds for issue no. 2 for over 12 months now.
In the past 8 years, I graduated with a degree, got a job, travelled solo, dated various guys, changed jobs, got a car, got a better job, found my other half etc.
What I'm saying is that you could meet me and you wouldn't think I've got anxiety.
I know you all recognise that anxiety comes in various forms and shapes, but I know high functioning anxiety sufferers and I know there are people like me who try to live their life regardless of anxiety