I'm new to the group and just getting started. I feel stuck in the middle of a whirlwind of anxious thoughts on a daily basis, hence the nickname. Anyone have any tips on how to get started here?
I am new here and I was just reading your post about what you go through and I go through really similar experiences. I mostly feel like I can't breathe and my heart skips a beat or is just really irregular. It really worries me, and I always feel really scared afterwards. How have they been lately for you?
I am quite new to this group myself. I just want you to know that it has really helped me so far, I mean it's a slow battle but with time and using this program, improvements can be made. You seem to have really accepted that this is something you can get through and I am right there beside you. Because like you, I was in the same sinking ship. And I'm happy to say that since I started using this program maybe a week ago, I feel like I've begun to bail some water out and maybe even patch a hole or two. Let's help each other and share experiences with each other.
How did the rest of the weekend go for you? I was really able to eliminate negative thoughts and worries from my mind this weekend. I tried out some relaxation techniques, deep breathing. This really helped me focus my thoughts and channel my energy. I will definitely be trying that out again. Have you ever tried deep breathing or meditating?
I'm glad you are going to try the deep breathing and meditating that is great! I unfortunately have been feeling bad this week. Just when you have a few good days, it totally changes and just like that I feel out of it again. I'm trying to use this program as much as possible i've been quite busy. I think I'll have to get a hold of some cds or tapes for myself actually. Thanks for being there SHEL!
Thanks so much for sharing that. I am feeling better thanks, the rest of the weekend started looking up after all. I had some really great conversations with a few key people in my life and got a few things off my chest that i'd been meaning to do for some time.
I can really relate to the notion that having "realizations" can be painful. I guess in a sense that is what I went through this weekend. I made some huge realizations, was in lots of pain because of these but then I talked it over and felt a small sense of relief or progress. I guess this whole "life" thing is full of realizations, and they aren't always easy, but they make you a better person for it.And yes I agree, we are bringing the pain out in the open and letting it go properly. I am so thankful for your responses Shel!
I agree, these realizations have been really important for me. More and more I'm feeling a lot less "stuck in the middle"! Seriously, the pain can be pretty brutal, because you realize how things have been so bad or messed up for the past however long, but then at least you can be thankful for the fact that you are doing something about it and I will never live a day like I used to (in panic and fear). Yes, I will experiences those at times, but I will never let them control me and my life.
I thank YOU for you support and really appreciate your insight!
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