Hello everyone.
I have this weird feeling that starts from my neck(around the adams apple) all the way down to the center of my chest. I don't know how to describe it but it's kind of like pressure and uncomfortable feeling. There's not pain and I can do aerobic exercises without any struggle, not coughing or anything... but it's there. Is this anxiety related?
I don't know if this may help.. and it may sound ridiculous but I'm thinking of practicing sleeping in my car for like a week. I know how uncomfortable that would be yet I'll always be able to go back inside if anything happens and it may get me used to changing where my "comfort zone" (in the house) is. Or maybe practice sleeping somewhere in the house that is uncomfortable. Other thing is keep imagining all the great and fun things that can happen on the trip and maybe your motivation will take you through. This is all I could think of since, I wouldn't know if I can do it too. But good luck, yet don't pressure yourself either.
Update:
I've been taking walks twice a day from this week and have been doing aerobic exercises regularly. When I am doing these things, I feel the most alive, happy, and proud. I've also been driving around the block everyday and today I went to see my therapist(I drove myself). I was neutrally anxious, depressed, yet ok, at the same time today (a 'blah' feeling) so when I drove to the therapist myself, I was worried. His office is close by and I was able to get there. :)
Sometimes I wonder if my sessions with my therapist is going anywhere, but I will admit that I feel some relief after coming out of his office. Today we discussed about how I am obsessive about my negative thoughts. I do realize how I seem to be holding on to it with a grip. For some reason, I just can't let it go. And I don't know why, but I guess it is a start to realize the problem.
This weekend is my birthday. My friend is coming to see me and she might bring her best friend with her, who is someone I can't get along with. My friend doesn't know how I feel about her best friend, because... how can I tell her when it's her best friend?? Anyway, half of me is like, whatever... things will happen as it happens, and the other half of me is really nervous about encountering the best friend. Anyways, I just had to let this out. Thanks for reading. And all your supports and stories are another one of my reliefs from all this. Thank youssss!
Congrats in making it to day 6!!
SSRI's take about 2 to 4 weeks to actually start working. It is uncomfortable at first but I got adjusted to mine in about a week. When I took my meds, then, I wasn't afraid of taking the meds, but I was more relieved in getting some type of treatment. Make sure you write down all that you are feeling, mentally, and physically when you start meds and let your doctor know. I've read how medication symptoms can be altered by the dosage too. (Make sure it's not too strong for you.) Anyway, you made it this far! Congrats.
Thank you guys for the inputs again.
I think I will try out other therapists. I do like the one I have but I am curious of what others can do. DazedMommy, I totally have a bird on my shoulder too! I don't know how to let it fly away. But I guess that is why we are here.
I have been 'avoiding' or keeping a distance with friends during this time of 'recovery' because I thought focusing on myself is the most important right now and loved ones tell me that I'm overwhelmed by them. But yesterday, I was really happy talking to one of my friends and I forgot about my negative thoughts for 30 mins. Maybe it's just him. But I haven't been happy like that for a long time.
Today, I woke up early to go to a painting class. I figured I need to start something and do something to stop myself from thinking negatively. I was nervous again (the damn bird!) yet I got there. I started to get really anxious during the lecture and I really wanted to walk out. I started to get afraid again, but I forced myself to stay somehow. (I didn't want to be rude to interrupt the class. Aghhhh.) I am not too satisfied because I still wanted to escape, but I did do it. And I drove back home, on my own.
I am sorry you have to go through so much and such horrible panic attacks. But your courage really attracts me to your light and helps me see mine. I really hope all goes well for you. I think we all need to break down often, it gives me this release in tension, even though I waste a lot of tissue, hah.
But definitely, at the fact that you are going through this struggle and doing things to change it is really really admirable.
Welcome Ivoryplum. This is a great place to be. I posted a discussion about acupuncture before... it wasn't for me, but I would like to see how it goes for you. I am thinking of trying it again.
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