Hello there, Fear Not:
Believe me when I say that 38 is young.
When I was 38 my husband left me for a younger woman. OH! I felt so ancient!
Hey, guess what? I'm more than twice that age now.
You've still got lots of life left. Believe that. But still, just take one day at a time.
I really did like Prv31Mom's idea. The idea of
imagining that the other person (your neighbor)
has depression and/or Anxiety. And see yourself helping that other person. That is a very good idea. It will take you out of yourself.
I bet it won't be long before you are inviting that new neighbor over for a coffee - or tea.
I won't hardly go anywhere because I don't feel
"equal". I stay at home too much. I'm afraid of what folk will think of me. (mostly its my weight). I think my clothes don't look nice enough on me.
I used to have panic attacks when driving. It was so scary. But if I could talk to someone I'd get better. Just the opposite of you.
But I know how painful your situation is.
I believe in you!!
You will get better.
Bless you!
MJ
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