When I first started this tape I thought it was going to be something different. I thought it was going to be all about our new found life of calm and serene. But it was better than that because it was realistic. I guess having a bad day or lots of anxiety is inevitable for all of us. This tape was reassuring for me. I plan to start the tapes over just to review them all. I use the relaxation tape at the end of the night a lot when I go to bed. Most of the time I fall asleep before it is over. Guess it's working.

Dear Annette,

Yep! After finishing the program we are in the "real world" now. I went thru it a second time too. I didn't stick to it, like I needed to, and couldn't cope to well with all of my so called practice opportunities.

I then started again, at the beginning and really gave it my all. I've never felt more in control even though I am still on my medication. I heard so many things I didn't hear the first time around. It was like it all started making sense. Now I welcome those practice opportunities! I know I can handle it!

The relaxation tape is such a life saver too. I fall asleep to it everynight No more racing thoughts, worrying, and what if-ing for the next day. I know I better make a recording of it before it wears out!lol!

Thank you for your reply on my post regarding my job. ( I thought the thread was pretty much finished, so I hope you don't mind me posting here) Every bathroom break I get, is when I do my breathing and positive self talk! I take alot since I drink so much water!

I am glad you came back and wish you all the best the second time around.

Peace and Bright Blessings,
*-*-*-*Diane*-*-*-*




[This message has been edited by dl (edited 12-03-2001).]

Annette
I cannot count how many times I have listened to this particualar tape. Every time I was in a growth spurt I listened to this lesson over and over because I wanted to get it right. I kept coming up with the same answer. It was my attitude. I wanted an easy life. I wanted the fairy tale. I wanted perfection. But, like you said, it is the realistic part that I appreciate now. I accept bad days. I have a more thankful heart. Yes, anxiety is inevitable for all of us. Even makes us stronger and better individuals if we allow it to. I have a REAL life now and I wouldn't trade it or change it in any way.