Stress Center Peer Support

Hello out there I just wanted to update you all on my time with the program I'm a very proud graduate of the Attacking Anxiety program, this week is my one year anniversary and I wanted to sign on and tell all of you that are in the fight to stay the course the program will work.A year ago I would not go two miles from my house I was sad,mad and depressed I had no idea what was wrong with me I just went from one day to the next exsisting but not really living.I was agoraphobic with bouts of panic attacks and some depression.I completed the program on December 27 2008 and then again in April 09 I feel there is so much material you really miss alot the first time around. My life has changed SO MUCH!!! I no longer suffer from panic attacks I have went to NFL Football games this past fall and suprised my wife by taking her DOWNTOWN to see her favorite band. People can't believe how much I've changed,Do I still have down days?Sure but I promise if you give the program time it WILL WORK pay special attention to week three. Ok that's it thank you for reading my post I wish all of you good health and peace of mind and remember no matter where you are in life or the program enjoy the ride we only go around once!!

Lionsfan Thank You so very much for your sharing your success! It was just what I needed today. I recommend you post this in the Triumphs thread too.
I have such a roller coaster recovery with Highs and Lows and sometimes wonder if I am making the headway I want? But your post is so reassuring to keep on keepin on! Thanks again.
God Bless,

Jily~

Lionsfan,

Thank you very much for your success story. I keep going back to week 3; funny you should say that. I'm on week 10 and have hit another wall, but I refuse to give up. I want to feel better and I already have tried therapy, doctors, and many medications. The concept that I give myself these negative thoughts was totally new to me. I have setbacks but I keep slogging through. It helps so much to hear from people who have made it to the other side, especially during the down times.
Leslie