Stress Center Peer Support

This is for all the new comers that feel as if things will never change. I've been right where you are at and I am 100% confident that this program works!!!
When I ordered this program over two years ago, I was scared, frustrated and tired of the struggles with anxiety, depression, OCD, agoraphobia, you name it, I HAD it! I struggled with this for over half of my life.
I must admit that I wasn't real diligent with every assignment,journalling,writing down EVERY negative thought and turning it into a positive, whatever it may be. AT first, but the more I devoted my time to it, I began to see dramatic positive changes, thus making me feel more relaxed and HAPPY I know NOW the importance of all of it! If I had been consistant at the beginning, I would have been healed along time ago. So I want to encourage you to work the program now, with everything you've got! You are worth it! I can honestly say that I am a changed person and I know with the skills I've attained, I am on my way to a complete recovery! In the last two weeks, I have been sharing my skills I've learned here, with my closest and dearest friend who is now struggling with Depression and anxiety. I amaze myself with the things I tell her daily! I've become more positive in every situation. I have all the answers to the questions I've had previously in life and the wonderful things is, my friends, I've HAD THEM ALL ALONG! Life is a beautiful experience now. Even with all the things I had happen to me in the past! This is true healing!!! I hope this will motivate you and encourage you to stick with it! I feel for each and everyone of you and your all in my prayers. Anxiety/depression/OCD, etc. It's a tough condition, but it's curable!! It's within you! It's our thought pattern! The wonderful thing about our mind, is that WE control it! therefore, we can "change" it! Everynight before I close my eyes, I remind myself how confident and strong I am. How important I am in this life.. And in the morning before I put my feet on the floor, I say to myself " today is a good day!!! Please don't get me wrong, I too, have bad days(everyone does) but I no longer allow it to "effect" me as it did before..."tomorrow is a new day"..forgetting yesterday, not worrying about tomorrow, but LIVING IN THE MOMENT!! There is just too much you miss when your worried about everything else! (the laughter of a child, the smell of fresh flowers,the sun hitting your face,the beauty of the earth) I could go on and on...anyways, that's where I am right now. I feel healthier than ever and I'm continuing on! Good luck and God bless you all! YOU CAN DO IT!!!
Robin

Mom - thanks -- I needed that!

thank you
that is very promising and uplifting

MOM OF 6; good for you. Good luck with the kids. 6! my goodness. my mom had six kids and she was a screamer and very overwhelmed at times. Good thing you went through the program huh?
Anyway I just wanted to say thank you for that. I am aslo beginning to see changes. I am slow going through the program, but that's okay. I am not beating myself up about it and that is what counts.
I joined a gym with a co-worker and I cut out caffeiene and for the most part sugar (except when I absolutely cannot take it any more). I am so glad I joined the gym this week though because I think it helped my mental state more when I ran over a huge rock in the middle of the road last night. I was afraid and started to be a little panicky because it was very dark and I was a little nervous because it made a huge bang and shot out the other end.
My oil warning symbol came on and I called my husband. (good thing it was charged this time).
My husband was not very helpfull as he was angry.
He told me to drive home. I told him I was not sure that was a good idea as I could blow the engine if oil ran out. He told me I was close, and just to come home. Well not even a minute from home the engine siezed. I had to call him again as I was stuck crooked in the middle of the road. I just sat there and watited. Last year I would have cried. Any way he came and pushed me with his truck into the nearby church. Of course we did argue as I was mad that he didn't listen to me and also that he was angry. It only lasted a couple of minutes though and I went in the house while he went back to check the care. I was thinking how mad I was at him and myself, and then told myself STOP. You have the choice to keep it going or to stop. I did stop and it paid off. I felt calm and started to think how to go about getting it fixed. My husband called a mechanic he knows and had it towed this morning and I got up and wasn't even depressed although the oil pan is gone and also the transmission is wrecked. Oh yeah the motor is gone also. We don't know how much it will be yet, but I am not dwelling on it. The spirituality I have seen in this forum is excellent and I have been thinking more about how God does not give us more than we can handle. I made a few mistakes at work this week and someone said oh you are having a bad week I bet you wish it would end. Then the incident. I just thought God you are testing my new found skills aren't you. I think I passed the test and I am proud of myself. I miss my car and don't know how I can get along without it, but I know things will work out. I have a ride to work and a ride home. We have our health and my husband has his truck so I will be okay. I just need money now to fix the car. HAha.
Thanks for listening and thanks for your input. It helped.
HOPEFULL

Dear ROBIN:

Woman to woman, friend to friend, <span class="ev_code_RED">KUDO'S TO YOU SWEETIE!!!!</span>

LENORE

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Mom of 6,

I too have been battling anxiety, depression, fears and phobias for as long as I can remember. I have seen this program offered many times, but could never afford it. Finally after about 15 years, I ordered the program! I am going to give it my all, in order to start feeling better, and living life. My program came yesterday and I have begun my journey to wholeness.
I thank you for the words of confidence. It makes me all the more assured that I have made the right choice.

Hopefulme, the beginning of your post reminded me of myself years ago..I too was a "screamer" that was extremely overwhelmed..I was told when my older four were little, that I had anxiety due to "environmental stress" and boys let me tell ya, it was just that!!! back then(the 80's) there wasn't a whole lot of help for those who suffered depression/anxiety...Oh how I wish I new then what I know now! It would have saved my "older" children alot of grief But on the positive side, they love me unconditionally and hold NOTHING against me I've apologized to them often and there response is.." Mom, you were young and we turned out great anyway"...At the time I had my first one, I was 17 and 22 when I had my fourth one. The twins that I have now(and I'm 39) are just 20 months old so, I have more patience and understanding...I am not the screamer I once was!! THANK GOD!!! anyways...I'm happy to hear that you are seeing the changes that YOU are making! Things do happen in life that sets of off, and that's per usual however us reacting differently can make the world of difference! Keep moving forward and I wish you all the best!! YOU'RE DOING IT!! Congratulations!!!

Lenore,
THANK YOU girlfriend your kind words always make me feel wonderful!!! I'm doing really well with my in-laws(per our conversation) I feel that I'm more assertive everyday! I'm finally taking care of ME!!

Eagerlearner, Congratulations on taking the first step!!! You won't regret it!! As I said, "give it all you got", I mean, whats to lose??? You have proven your courageous by simply ordering the program!! GOOD FOR YOU! I'll be watching for your truimph posts!!!

I get ALOT of my strength from all of you hear, Thank you for EVERYTHING!! Take care and God bless all of you
Robin

"...the more I devoted my time to it, I began to see dramatic positive changes,..."

Robin,

Thanks for the encouragement. I'm working on Session 4, and losing my initial enthusiasm. Your words have helped me to believe that it will be worthwhile to keep going. Getting started was easy for me; I knew that I needed to try something different. Continuing, keeping up with the work, that's hard!

BFG

Hello Mom of 6 Nice to meet you.

BFG, You are so welcome! God and this program has done so much for me, and I know it has helped you! I proud of you !!! It does get difficult(facing your issues) but it's so worth it!!! We were created to be happy and free, it's all about "renewing our minds"! We are all in the right direction here! I thank God for this program everyday! These are "life skills" were learning and it does get easier!!!

Shawn, Nice to meet you too!!!so glad you joined us