Hi,
Yes Samatha I used the steps given in this program..not perfectly, but I set my goal for each day, and again for next Tues.
I must be honest, although I feel good about going all the way to the end, I still have my doubts that I will do it again...I am using my Challenging those pesky negative thoughts, along with "I did it 3 times, I can do it again.".Type of thinking.
Thanks everyone for your support.
Teebs,
A while ago when I had to turn around I beat myself up about it, convincing myself that I would never be cured, thinking I can't do it., I never will....etc., all negative thoughts. That was my problem with every phobia I have. I gave into it..it just seemed too hard to fight the fear.. I now believe I can win the battle, using the coping skills...changing my "mind chatter" from negative to positive. Oh, and everyday I set aside a few minutes, sit and think about all the wonderful things in my life. I have learnt how to replace those awful negative thoughts with positive ones such as..."ok, I didn't accomplish it this time, but I'm not giving up, I'll try again ..practice makes perfect." Go easy on yourself. That's positive. Getting mad at yourself is negative. I see that its all about that with me. Maybe thats the same as you? We have to relearn how not to be a perfectionist I guess.
Sunny,
My dreams are so bizarre, and even when I wake up and return to sleep the same one comes back..the other night I kept dreaming of this little baby in a pink sleeper, sweet thing...I told Hubby about it and he says...did she have floopy ears? (like Cleo)I laughed...he just gets over things so easy...that's what I want to be able to do. Those Starfish were really cool. Maybe if they are still there next time I'll get a pic.
Cleo
Wow that was a long one!