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I just began cd 6. I did well through the first 5. I haven't had a panic attack since May 18 and I have been able to calm my anxiety with positive self talk. But I have found the depression is back and I have not been able to "positive self talk" myself out of it. I am feeling so negative today and scared that I am regressing rather than progressing.

This is often one of my negative thoughts as well and it can be very depressing. I tell myself the truth which in this case is something like: progress isn't linear, sometimes it's forward and other times you stagnate but you're progressing because you're trying and you will get better. Also, realize that you can allow yourself to have a bad day. One bad/depressing day doesn't mean that you've regressed and are starting over. From the sound of it you're doing great.. keep at it!

Thank you for your response. I am feeling much better today and positive. I need to relax and float with the feelings. I have to remind myself that recovery is a process and patience is important.

This is a good post! It is so true...we are progressing...even if we have some bad days. Paislee