Anxiety Support Group
Anxiety is a physical condition marked by intense and persistent feelings of distress, fear, angst or dread. General anxiety caused by routine day-to-day stresses usually passes quickly and is experienced by almost everyone at one time or another. However, such feelings that linger over time and are very difficult to cope with, and which lack a clear cause, may indicate...
A message a positive hope from me today. I have been worried about leaving the house for just a walk but after reading your messages of encouragement I got a bus today, first time in years and went to see my elderly Aunt. Amittedly I worn a beany hat, sunnies and the compulsary mask (which helps me a lot) and it was ok. Got to her house and my legs were like Jelly and was bit stressed but faked my way through just about. When I felt anxious - just made an excuse to make tea, do the dishes or go to the loo. Couldn't cope with one-on-one chat for more than a few minutes as I don't know her that well, but she's family (my late Nan's sister) and has terminal cancer. So glad I dug deep and I got to see her today, it was so important for me to do that :)
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Hello- I am new to the group
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My therapist really knocked some sense into me last Friday about my spending. She said that there are needs and there are wants. She said that there is always going to be cheap stuff to buy, but do I need it? The answer is mostly "no". So today, I am taking back some things that I bought online at Kohl's, namely a 9 x 12 rug and a quilt for my bed. I also bought sheets that I don't need...
And, your visit to your Aunt was definitely appreciated by her, too!
Hurrah!
Emma
Thank you for sharing!
That is great! Facing fears is tough! And your Aunt could enjoy your company.