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16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 2101

Wow Brad, congratulations on your success! And thank you for sharing your story with us :) -Diva

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 799

Hi Brad, This is wonderful to hear! Thanks so much for stopping by with this update! Your success is inspirational for all! Casey ________________________ The PC Support Team

16 years ago 0 +0 / -0 34

Hi Guys, I thought it was time for another update. It's been almost a year and I am happy to report that I have continued to improve. For the first time since I was diagnosed with panic disorder, I got on a flight (voluntarily, I might add.) A four hour flight to Las Vegas and back - something I dreaded and never thought I could ever do. To me, flying was the epitamy of fear - heights, lack of control, closed space, crowdedness. I got on the plane, nervous, but I made it! Towards the end of the flight, I lost all anxiety I had about flying. I felt so free! I can now go anywhere in the world! This was impossible just a few years ago... I am not 100% over anxiety and panic, but I am getting closer everyday. The truth is, I don't think one will ever be 'cured'. But if you work at it, it no longer becomes a big part of your life. I've reached a point where it no longer plays much of a role at all in my daily life. I still have things to work on, and I will get there and succeed in those things, too. Keep at it guys, do the course here, if you haven't already. Talk to a therapist. If I can do it, anyone can. Believe me, I was as bad as it gets. Brad

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 375

Hi Brabak! First of all, way to go for being on a cruise! I hope your having fun, you deserve it! thanks for getting back to me. I guess I will not start over unless I feel that I really need to. I know that I can always look back on my sessions and refresh my memory anytime. So you finished the program? Did you do it over or do you log on much now? Also, I believe its session 9 or something where they ask you to experience your physical sensations such as spinning on a chair for 1 minute....did you do all these? I cant do them....i got dizzy from that one and gave up. I'm so scared to continue. Please let me know! Thanks a bunch. Have fun!

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 43

On a cruise ship? And you didnt take us all with you?? lololol Have a great time for us!! Beth :)

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 34

Hi Angel, Sorry for the late reply. I am actually on a cruise ship as we speak, somewhere in the middle of the Atlantic... I had a similar experience as you. The more into the program I got, the longer it took for me to continue on. As I progressed through the program I felt less and less anxiety and better able to handle my panic attacks (save for the first couple of sections.) So, I often delayed moving forward in the program, thinking to myself, "I feel fine now, why continue?" I don't think the length of time it takes to go through the program has a significant impact on its effectiveness. At least it didn't for me (it took me 6 months or so to get through all of it.) It doesn't hurt to go back to some of the earlier sections to refresh your memory, but you probably don't need to start all over. There are also other tools you can really on to help keep you going. I met with my therapist every second week, who constantly reminded me to keep moving with the program and to stop avoiding things that triggered panic attacks for me. This was a big push as I didn't want to disappoint her. I also picked up other books and websites that touched on some of the same topics as this program (fearofflying, for example.) Brad

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 12049

Angel, Fear not we are here for you! It is important to follow the progrnm and use it step by step.. Each session is based on the previous session, so we strongly advise that you work slowly through the program and not jump ahead. You may wish to start the program over, it will not hinder you, it will help :) The program is very helpful and can be of great assistance to you. Take the time to concentrate and challenge those thoughts and let it guide you. Keep strong, Josie ______________________________ The Panic Center Support Team.

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 375

nobody answered me ! :confuse:

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 43

GREAT JOB BRAK!! Thanks for sharing this uplifting story :) It gives me hope that with strength and consistancy we can all beat this!! Beth

17 years ago 0 +0 / -0 375

Hi Brabak! I'm so happy for you. Way to gooo!!!! You are truly an inspiration for all of us. I have one question...did you consistently do the sessions of the program? I find that i'm taking more time...but only cause I have been so busy with work/school etc.So its hard for me to sit here and do it every week or every 2 weeks. I believe i'm on the 8th or 9th session. So the further i get, the longer i'm taking to complete another session. I was very consistent in the beginning of the program, but now i am not as I move further. Is this bad? Am I leaving too much space in between the sessions? Do i have to start all over again? Let me know and I will wait for the support specialists to answer these questions!!! Good job!~!!! :)

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