Going nuts!
Well I am on Lesson 2 and I was really feeling good. I had such a huge setback the other night and I have been a mess ever since. My two phobias are throwing up and diarreha. So low and behold the other night I had a stomach virus. I haven't had one in ages but it really freaked me out bad. Now I can't get myself to calm down. I feel traumatized. I don't know what to do to stop thinking negative. I am trying though. I am upset because I thought I was doing well and then I got so nervous now I feel hopeless like this anxiety will never go away. Has this ever happened to anyone?
Toni,
It's o.k., it was just a minor set back. You faced one of your biggest fears and lived through it. You're just a little shaky right now because it is still new and was scary for you. I think that happens to all of us from time to time.
You'll feel better again, just a little time needs to pass. Just keep up the positive thinking!
It's o.k., it was just a minor set back. You faced one of your biggest fears and lived through it. You're just a little shaky right now because it is still new and was scary for you. I think that happens to all of us from time to time.
You'll feel better again, just a little time needs to pass. Just keep up the positive thinking!
Toni, please don't feel alone or discouraged. Yesterday I was able to fight off a panic attack and felt very proud. Overnight, I woke up accelerated with stomach upset and difficulty breathing. I am also very sensitive in my digestive tract and worked myself up into severe anxiety. I tried everything I have learned so far, but felt like nothing worked. I guess it's tougher when you start out sick and get the anxiety from that, instead of the other way around. I went into the doctor to get checked out. After a small work up and an antacid, I actually felt better. My bad day felt unsurmountable and even though I deep down knew it would pass, it felt like forever. Don't give up, it does pass. You're stronger than it. If all the usual tricks don't seem to be working... try them again and again. Get busy. The adrenalin will run out. I promise you!
Toni, you didnt mention how long you have had panic attacks/anxiety, maybe years upon years and the program will give you tools to work with but please remember that you don't get over them all of them overnight! The feelings, thoughts and even the stomach issue are all because of our over-sensitized body and thinking. Over the years we have taught our mind and body to be overly sensitive and it will take time to work it out, so do not be disappointed of a slight set-back! It happens to every one of us! Let me urge you to read and re-read your workbook, because I think it is the key to the program. Be determined you don't want to live like this any more!
Remember... it too years to get like this, so it will take a few months to get out of it, and never cut yourself short!
p.s. I usually do not check for responces, so if you want to talk more, leave me a PM here.
Take care,
Rod
Remember... it too years to get like this, so it will take a few months to get out of it, and never cut yourself short!
p.s. I usually do not check for responces, so if you want to talk more, leave me a PM here.
Take care,
Rod
Toni-
I'm just at the very beginning of the program - haven't even watched the first actual lesson - just coaching so far. But, I wanted to respond by saying - I've been there - often.
I've been suffering most of my life - almost 30 years - since I was 4. I was ok for a short time and then got worse again. I know what it's like - we all have our set backs - but it is OK. Please don't feel alone - that's what this support group is for.
I wish you such a wonderful success in this and your everyday life. You will find what you are looking for and know that you aren't in it alone.
-J
I'm just at the very beginning of the program - haven't even watched the first actual lesson - just coaching so far. But, I wanted to respond by saying - I've been there - often.
I've been suffering most of my life - almost 30 years - since I was 4. I was ok for a short time and then got worse again. I know what it's like - we all have our set backs - but it is OK. Please don't feel alone - that's what this support group is for.
I wish you such a wonderful success in this and your everyday life. You will find what you are looking for and know that you aren't in it alone.
-J
"Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a beautiful butterfly."
I appreciate everyone's kind comments! I am 29. I think I have been suffering with anxiety all my life but I didn't realize it until I was 14. I am really trying to get myself back on track. I am afraid to listen to the tapes and read the book because I am afraid of thinking about my problem but I am forcing myself. I am getting married in February so I feel like I am trying to hurry to get myself back to feeling good. Right now I am afraid to do anything.
Dear Toni... There's truly no magic potion. The closer to the wedding you get, the more stressed out you will become. I really recommend trying the program now. 6 months are plenty of time to get through most, if not all of the program, and you will need it. I felt overwhelmed with all the CDs, DVDs and books as well; but you are not meant to go through everything all at the same time. Open each one at a time. Don't feel rushed or pressured to get better. This is something that you need to take your time doing. We are all here with you... and in the same boat. The difference is that some have gotten better at swimming (so to speak). Give it a try, you owe it to yourself to get yourself better. Good luck!