I'm interseted in seeing how many people here are the"hoarding" type...somehow I see people with anxiety issues as organizers....clutter would be another stresser for sure. I watched that Hoarder show once and saw that one could be a professional organizer..I thought..wow! what a great job for me! Ok...maybe I have a touch of OCD!
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Having my B/P checked is the biggest phobia I have.. I went 10 years without letting anyone take it...just imagine the excuses I had to come up with!!some were amazing!
I finally had it done by the doctor not 2 weeks ago....but I wouldnt let her tell me what it was and I closed my eyes so I couldnt see her. She even turned the computer away from me when she put the info in..that was very kind..It was high,(but not life-threatening she said)... I am to see her next month. I have a machine and have taken Davit's advice ...taking it often...but I covered the display....my anxiety gets so high ..I feel the panic rising in me even though I ask the 10 Questions and know that the fear is irrational... Anyone else out there with this particular fear?
I am ashamed of myself for having this fear... a huge part of my job is taking people's B/P. Thats not a problem for me. Half of me wants to delete this because it sounds crazy , but I'm not going to. Good night all. I'll be on tomorow.
Thanks.. just being able to say the truth..even if its in typing is so good for me...I've kept all my "issues" hidden for so long its a huge relief to have people that listen to me, knowing I'm not alone..or really crazy.. .I'm not as scared of what people may think or say if they knew I suffered with anxiety.
I am sorry to hear of your illness and pain....I hope you are feeling better..and that it stays that way!
Hi again, this has nothing to do with anxiety but I have read about your "toadhouses" and ofcourse see your pics, neat! but please tell me more...I've never hear of them before.
Thanks for your reply. Now I want one! Or two. I love the look of the Teppee style. I have a shady spot in my yard that would be perfect. One by my bench would be a great conversation piece.You are very talented and creative....it sounds like you get a lot of enjoyment out of making these... since I'm "craft challenged"..lol..I'll be looking around to buy some.
I hate fast busy highways too...Or being stuck in slow moving city traffic...we drove thru Montreal last summer..took over an hour..I wish I had some medication then...I was soooo anxious....at least I made hubby avoid the tunnels. Shudder! You are not alone with this one.
Have you started the program yet? When you get to the 10questions/negative thoughts section you will really see how helpful it is..well at least I have...All of us here are in some stage of "recovery" from anxiety and panic. I'm pretty new here too, and am a military spouse , I've moved alot over the years. But I'm Canadian and I'd guess alot older than you... I started with anxiety in my early 20's, but didnt know what it was.. . good for you for realizing what it is and trying to help yourself! I totally understand your feelings and situation. I beat myself up for not being able to control my fears and kept thinking I should be able to...it doesnt work that way. We have to accept it, and go along with it, then it will not interefere with our lives. Its hard, but I see that now. Have you been taking the same med for four months? Maybe its not the right one for you? There's lots out there to try. Do you have a therapist?
You are not weak! You are brave! You can beat this thing!
You are my inspiration.... you have taught me (and so many others) so much about anxiety/panic , proven it can be beat, and have been so brave with your own hardships....thanks...Laura...read his posts! Amazing!
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