hello again! had the chance yesturday to listen to the relaxation cd and i must encourage EVERYONE that hasn't already gotten started to take a listen! the first time i played the cd i had a fussy 2yr old in the room and was still AMAZED at the fact that-after i got the breathing part down- i have not felt "relaxed" in SUCH a long time! it gave me SUCH a true feeling of happiness just to know that my body could relax like that!!!! Session 1 audio was very good too. i was able to relate to so many of these people that have moved on from their anxiety that it gave me hope that i could potentially be telling a story about IT one day instead of living w/ it! hope the rest of you are as enthused as i am!

I have found this program to be amazing. I will be starting session 6 today.I didnt realize what I was doing to myself for so long.Just go a day at a time. You can always go back thru your sessions any time .Once you get into a routine it gets easier. Keep up the positive thinking!

I have to tell you that I'm only on day 5 for my first week and I'm already starting to notice a difference. On Monday, I began to notice how much of my inner dialogue was so negative. For such a long time I have felt like a failure and wondered what was wrong with me. Today, I noticed my inner dialogue to be more positive. I even caught myself making the statement "I deserve better". I have to agree that the relaxation tapes are wonderful. I try to listen to them 2 to 3 times a day but I really need to work at my commitment level for doing this.

I know this has been said before but, I have been doing the coaching program along with this program and one of the books that goes with it is "What to Say When you Talk to Yourself." I cannot remember the author right now...But, it is fantastic and goes into a lot of this stuff that you have you just posted about. It might a wonderful additional tool for you.

Thanks for the tip. I'll have to check this book out.

I can really relate to what you said about the Session 1 audio. It was such a relief to hear people that have been through it saying things that are so relatable. It really made me feel like I've found the right solution and like they really understand my problems and know how to fix them. I hope the program continues to help you and you stay positive.

I have only one problem with session one, I dont want meds and I dont want to hear about them. I dont like the encouragement they give to go to your doc and tell them how you feel, because every doc ive talked to, they have no idea how to treat anxiety and just want to medicate you. So Im alittle stuck on that.

I agree. The relaxation tape is wonderful! It really does work. I feel like I melt into my bed in complete calm after it.

I just received the program this week and started the first session.. It has really opened my eyes to the way I have treated my self
inner dialogue .I really feel I did the right thing in purchasing the program..The relaxation tape has really helped me to relax..

Hi All,

I'm on my last day for week 1 and feel the program has already had a positive effect on my anxiety. Interesting enough I have problems with anxiety and depression and over the last couple days I have felt very depressed. I'm wondering if it's because my anxiety has covered up my depression for so long that I forgot it was there and now that I'm getting the anxiety under control, I'm feeling the depression more. Hoping that I will begin to feel better soon.

I can really relate to everyone's comments about session 1 and the relaxation tape. I was not realizing the extent of the negative talk I was feeding myself until I started back again on the program. It is also totally amazing how proper breathing helps refocus the mind and calm it down. AND the relaxation tape is just wonderful-----and in the process----it "rewires" our brains to more calm pathways....God Bless Lucinda...she is an Angel of the Highest Order......

I just finished week one and I found it to be so informative. It was extremely comforting to know that I am NOT going crazy and that there are many other people out there that suffer from the same thing. Another thing that made me feel hopeful was the fact these personality traits people like us possess can be positive when turned outward. I am definitely excited for Session 2 and hope this high continues.

Hey All!
If anyone reads this and can help I appreciate! I have a version that I purchased three to four years ago, so I am not sure how it differs from the latest program. I listened to lesson one, and finished almost all of lesson one in workbook. So, my question is, do I relisten everyday and reread workbook? Not sure how this is supposed to work? Want to do exactly what I should, but not quite sure. There is not a designated "daily assignment" so I went gung ho and did it all in one day! Any help would be wonderful! Would love a buddy to if anyone is interested in having an email buddy to help and support. Thanks, Andrea

Reply for Losinmemarbles. Day one you listen to the CD, reflect on self talk and preferably start a journal. Day two reflect on self talk & observe your behavior for the day. Day three listen to audio session again and read material in guidebook. Day four homework from guidebook and observe yourself again. Day five listen to audio again. Day six continue to observe and practice. Day seven listen to audio once more. On all days do relaxation CD preferably 3X but atleast once. Hope this helps!

Well I listened to the audio today and I'm relieved and overwhelmed at the same time. Its like going to the doctor or hospital because you feel so bad and not wanting to have a problem or be diagnosed as being sick but glad when they find something wrong so you don't feel crazy anymore and they can finally target the problem and give you help. I don't know if anyone understands what I mean. Of course, I don't have to be given medicine with side affects, or get chemo or radiation or go into surgery. The treatment for this diagnosis is good... its just like a low impact school I can do from the comfort of my own home. I am feeling excited at times about it and at times I feel like bursting into tears, but I haven't yet.... after the kids go to bed... it will probably all flow over. I feel like big bubbles of emotion are feeling up inside of me. Thank God for this program... I am sure it is the answer to my prayers. I just got out of the hospital thinking I was having a heart attack and saw the infomercial on and knew it wasn't a coincidence... it was God sent. Lucinda you are an angel!