Stress Center Peer Support

Hi guys, I am 22 years old and have been suffering from anixety since the age of 13. I feel like I have missed so much and i'm really tired of it. I am scared of death to drive on the interstate. Everytime I am on the interstate i'm always thinking Oh my god i'm about to have a stroke or lose my mind i'm too far from the hospital, if something happens who's going to help me? I have been with people and asked them to pull over or to the nearest gas station or restroom so I can regain control. Although I know that nothing is wrong I just can't help it. It's so hard and I ask God sometimes Why me? Why can't I just have a normal life like everyone else, but I know that he never puts anything on us that we can't handle. I was recently taking medication but stop because I told myself that I didn't need them that I can kick this anixety thing myself. So far so good, I haven't had a panic attack none today. I just order the program and hope and pray that this is the solution to my problem so I can enjoy life.. I am so glad that I found this website just reading other people posts, just knowing that there is someone out there that know how you feel. I thought I was all alone. I just thought I would share this with you guys. Thanks so much for your time feel free to leave comments or suggestions. Thanks!!!!

Welcome to the program; you're certainly in good company!

I have many of the same fears that you do driving on the freeway / interstate. However, I'm learning to deal with them in a more positive way. I practice driving every day. If I can't stay on the freeway, then I take the side roads. By repeatedly exposing myself to my fears, I am teaching myself that nothing bad is going to happen and that I can take care of myself. And regardless of whether I accomplish exactly the goal I set out to do each day, I always praise myself for trying.

Congratulations on deciding to take your anxiety disorder head on. Good luck with your recovery!

Jamie

Thanks so much. I just received my package today and was so anxious to start it, I am listening to session 1 right now. I know that we all can overcome our obsessive worries and live a good life.. May God be with you and have a nice day!!!!