My story

beachgurl22 · Post by **beachgurl22** » Tue Jul 01, 2008 5:59 pm

Hi Everyone!! I am a college student who has been dealing with Anxiety and Depression for a year. I recently started the program and it is making me somewhat better. So, I had my first panic attack back in August 2006 while i was dorm shopping. At the time, I was dealing with my father who has been in and out of my life. The panic attacks became consistent on a daily basis. I had to take a semester off school because my anxiety affected my studies. Don't get me wrong, I want to go back and finish to obtain a Bachelor's Degree in Finance. I want to the be the first in my family to graduate from college and make something out of myself. So I will not let my anxiety ruin my chances of achieving my goals in life. I sure hope that this program will enable to get rid of my panic attacks for good. I am now look for that relief. I want to be able to get my life intact again. Then of course, we all have our bad ad good days. Since my absence from school, I have been looking for a job and no one has hired me. So i have to have faith and continue looking. I know there is bound to be a job out there for me. I am not going to give up. I am fighter, not a quitter.

Lately, I have been feeling quite down and I guess it's one of those days. It sucks knowing that I am a young person going through anxiety and depression. Hopefully in time, things will go back to normal but better. I really need to talk to someone who understands what I'm going through.

Has anyone experienced bewilderment? I am curious to know the causes.

Please feel free to leave any comments or suggestions.

Thank you and god bless.

-Jasmine, California

epa · Post by **epa** » Tue Jul 01, 2008 6:24 pm

Hello,
I just wanted to let you know that your story reminded me of myself at your age. I am now 35 and have had reoccurances with anxiety since I had my first panic attack at the age of 20. I did take a year off from school but I managed to graduate with a B.A. in Art History. I also went back to school for a teaching degree and have finished a Masters in Education. So as bad as it gets, remember you can get through your goals. I have just started this coarse after realizing I have been sweeping a lot of issues under the rugs in recent years and I want to rid myself of this condition once and for all. I do know what you are going through and you are brave for doing it now and do not give up.

It's not the life you choose, it's the life you live,
missourigirl

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Thu Jul 03, 2008 12:01 pm

Hello. I have a similar story. I'm a young person (28) and dealing with anxiety/depression. Sometimes it's very lonely. The program is helping a little although I probably should be more consistent with it. I don't know why I have anxiety as I feel I'm a person that has it all... a house, a family, degrees, a job. Is that what you meant by bewilderment?? Like you said, it's very hard to go through, especially being young, but if you ever need someone to talk to let me know

I would love to have a friend that understands!

Herbalist Mom · Post by **Herbalist Mom** » Thu Jul 03, 2008 2:26 pm

Hi Jasmine, My real name is Steve. We seem to be having a Stress and Western member meeting here. Where is the East Coast when you need them? I'm from North of you - in Oregon.
As far as bewilderment goes, my guess is it comes form Negative Thinking (or as I call it Stinkin’ Thinkin‘)!
If I let that and low self-esteem take over my thoughts - I become bewildered! And then I can't make a decision, probably due to avoidance.
I know how strong you are, Jasmine, cause I am also. We all have many traits in common.
Have you started session 3 yet? That will give you some insight into your solutions. I hope you can push yourself to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree and Keep going forward!!!
Beachgurl22, focus on the positive, everything Positive! - That is where you will find success in everything. Seadog.

Believer08 · Post by **Believer08** » Thu Jul 03, 2008 2:49 pm

Beachgurl, I forgot to ask you... do you surf or wind surf? I’ve got to try kite boarding someday, maybe this summer. We'll see, Seadog.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue Jul 08, 2008 6:04 pm

Steve, I wish I knew how to surf but I can't even swim. lol. But, i am not afraid to get in the water.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Oct 12, 2009 8:53 pm

I thank you all for your support.