I HAVE HAD ANXIETY FOR FIVE YEARS,
I FEEL SO ALONE, AND IM FINDING HARD
TO FIND ANYTHING TO BE HAPPY ABOUT.
I WAS AGORAPHOBIC FOR A YEAR AND A
HALF, I COULDNT EVEN LOOK AT MY BRAND
NEW CAR THEY GOT ME WITHOUT GETTING
SICK TO MY STOMACH.I REALLY NEED
HELP! I CANT SEE THE SUN ANYMORE!
I WOULD NEVER DO ANYTHING CRAZY TO
MYSELF, I JUST WANT THIS TO GO AWAY
AM I BEING PUNISHED?IM A GOOD PERSON.
I JUST NEED A FIEND OR FRIENDS WHO KNOW WHAT IM GOING THROUGH..

Hi Donna

Good on you for posting a message to this forum, that's a really positive step because you'll see how great and supportive all the people are here and also you'll realise that you are not alone, you've got friends here.

Donna are you doing the program?

I have had anxiety all my life, I'm 37 and had my first panic attack around 22 and was agoraphobic for many years. After spending a small fortune on therapy etc, using medication, I now know that this program is the answer for me. I've been doing it for a month and already I'm seeing myself improve. Sometimes it's not easy and you have to put in the work but Donna it's so worth it, we're worth.

I had many years when I 'couldn't see the sunshine' either so I know how you're feeling. The anxiety over you car is very common amongst a lot of us. I believe you are a good person and it's great that you can see that about yourself.

I am realising that having anxiety disorder/depression is in some way a gift because if I didn't have it then I don't think I would be finding out all these wonderful things about myself, sounds strange I know but it's true.

The people at the Midwest Center are very caring, fun and compassionate and at times can make you laugh. Most of them have had anxieties and are now recovered, so they know only too well what you're going through.

Take the first steps to get the help you need and keep posting here. You have the power Donna you just need to realise it.

Look forward to hearing more from you.

Love and best wishes

Shassy

Donna,
First and foremost, even though you feel very alone...you're not. Lots/most of here have been in your shoes at least once, if not many times. The program IS so wonderful!! If you don't have it, I strongly recommend that you look into it. It's not cheap but the insight you will receive through it is priceless.

I fully understand how alone you feel. I have felt that way many times. You will "meet" some really neat and supportive people here. I've been in that black hole and it is very scary but there is hope and the sun does and will shine. I used to think my anxiety was a punishment from God for anything I did wrong in the past. I still battle this too but realize my anxiety was a wake up call from God to pay attention to me and taking care of me. This in itself is a vey hard lesson to be learned. Take some time for you...a bubble bath, a quiet walk, listen to some favorite music or whatever you find most relaxing for you. I know it all seems hopeless right now but believe me....the sun will shine, and there are people who care. Keep your chin up and stay in touch. Mick

DonnaTX,
You are not alone. You will find that out right here!! You can help yourself with the program and get suggestions and support from everyone who posts here! I am sure that you are a good person you just need to figure out how to see that for yourself. This program can help you do that. I wish you the best of luck and my heart goes out to you.
~Flutterby