Encouragement to continue

Inside Man · Post by **Inside Man** » Wed Mar 26, 2008 10:53 am

Hello everyone,

I have had anxiety and depression my whole life. I've missed out on a lot of things because of my problems. I don't want to miss anymore so I went to the doctor. He prescribed me Prozac and Klonopin and I've been on it for about six weeks. It seems to be working. Also I've started the program again. I'm on lesson 3. I've always wanted to deal with my anxiety on my own but have come to realize I can't. So now I've come to the point whatever it takes that's what I'm going to do. What I'm asking is for some words of encouragement to continue this time and for as long as it takes to recover.

P.S. I have been reading the posts on this site and can relate to many of you.

Thanks,
Inside Man

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Wed Mar 26, 2008 11:04 am

Good for you for making your health a priority. Lesson 3 is a good one--you are well on your way!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Wed Mar 26, 2008 12:20 pm

I just started with lesson 1 today...truth be told it was a bit boring, but I know that I am on my way to recovery. I want my life back, and I am the only one who change me...Its not easy dealing with depression and anxiety, but the fact that you are taking the steps means you want your life back to and you deserve it. So be positive. Take each day one at a time and know that you are not alone and you can do this.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Wed Mar 26, 2008 12:40 pm

I wanted to offer some words of encouragement to you. I have lived with anxiety/panic attacks and fears all my life. Through the porgram I have also come to realize that i have some underlying depression. This program and these skills have completely turned my life around. I am on week 13 and doing better than I would have thought. When you become discouraged or have a bad day use your skills and they will help you to keep moving forward. I have a way to go but I am am becoming comfortable with myself and beginning to really like myself as well. take care and God Bless.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Thu Mar 27, 2008 9:03 am

I've always wanted to deal with my anxiety on my own but have come to realize I can't.

I felt the same way. I tried to hide I was having an issue, then I denied it because the mind could not possibly be more powerful than me...afterall I am total control right? Then I tried some other methods like "talk therapy" with someone that clearly was only interested in $$$, I did meds too but it always came short...until I did this program. I finished the program in spring of 2006, got off Zoloft in Feb 2007 and Klonopin in June 2007...I have been med free and have been using the skills in this program to LIVE again! I am afraid NO more! No one has ever given the skills, the tools like this program has. I did find a therapist that was a good fit for me to assist me with issues I was stuck on (with EMDR), along with this program, some self help books on self esteem and confidence as well as some others. This multi-prong approach was helpful for me. My mom and sister have used Xanax and this program and both have benefited from the program as well, so much as they are not taking Xanax anymore.

Please have patience with yourself. Also praise yourself for every little thing you do as well as anything you accomplish. This process is not all or nothing and you will need to accept that it will take time. This is a learning experience, a new way to think and live. Give yourself some slack and allow things to just happen. There were things I did not excel in today; I reminded myself that those are experiences I learn from and move forward with...THAT IS ALL, NOTHING more! Do NOT dwell and over think those things. Trust me, you do far more positive things in your day than negative things. Let it go and MOVE on!

Cherish what you have and do not look at what everyone else has or is doing. Happiness, peace and confidence is within you. It really is in there...you will find it!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Mar 28, 2008 10:40 am

I would like to thank MC Grace, Chipper35, bna, and schnauzermom for their words of encouragement. It's nice to know that there are caring people in this world that will take the time to reply to encourage someone in need. I have read your replys several times to keep myself motivated and moving forward with the program.

Thanks,
Inside Man

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Mar 31, 2008 5:04 am

excellent