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...
I'm in this rut at the moment and I think I need some kind of direction.
I've been a stay at home Mum for the last twelve years. Separated going on 4 years now, and it's only been since August that I now only have the kids (4) every other week. That has it's issues all on it's own... But that aside..
I am trying to get a job. Granted, I could be trying a lot harder, but I'm just sick of being told no. They want experience or juniors. My availabilities are too complicated with my family commitments. My anxiety has gone through the roof and I've had to go back on my meds. I get a lot of criticism. Not from anyone I care about thank god, but my partners friends have made comments. And to tell the truth, I should have a job by now. I shouldn't be financially dependent on him with 4 kids that aren't even his. He is so supportive of me though. He doesn't mind providing for us, but it is eating me up inside.
My only friend is my sister and she just dumps her kids on me usually. But I let her because she sits and talks to me. Gives me the social interaction that I need. I need her as much as she needs me.
I want to do some voluntary work just so I have something on my resume, but I am so scared I'll turn up and they won't even want me. Or I'll turn up and say I can help but when the day comes I panic and spend the day hidden under the covers in bed.
There is so much I want to do, but I'm so scared. And when I'm scared I say the most dumb things and I stutter and sweat like I'm sitting in a sauna.
I am hoping the lexapro will help me get over this. I just don't know how to join the rest of the world... know what I mean?
I've been a stay at home Mum for the last twelve years. Separated going on 4 years now, and it's only been since August that I now only have the kids (4) every other week. That has it's issues all on it's own... But that aside..
I am trying to get a job. Granted, I could be trying a lot harder, but I'm just sick of being told no. They want experience or juniors. My availabilities are too complicated with my family commitments. My anxiety has gone through the roof and I've had to go back on my meds. I get a lot of criticism. Not from anyone I care about thank god, but my partners friends have made comments. And to tell the truth, I should have a job by now. I shouldn't be financially dependent on him with 4 kids that aren't even his. He is so supportive of me though. He doesn't mind providing for us, but it is eating me up inside.
My only friend is my sister and she just dumps her kids on me usually. But I let her because she sits and talks to me. Gives me the social interaction that I need. I need her as much as she needs me.
I want to do some voluntary work just so I have something on my resume, but I am so scared I'll turn up and they won't even want me. Or I'll turn up and say I can help but when the day comes I panic and spend the day hidden under the covers in bed.
There is so much I want to do, but I'm so scared. And when I'm scared I say the most dumb things and I stutter and sweat like I'm sitting in a sauna.
I am hoping the lexapro will help me get over this. I just don't know how to join the rest of the world... know what I mean?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
Start with something easy...apply for a job at a local store, or coffee shop...then as you feel comfy with that, then work yourself back into the world. You've got alot going on...but retail may offer you the flexibility you need for your family commitments. Have you ever thought about being a nanny, or starting out by having a paper route? Those are easy little things to add to a part time job. good luck. Especially during the holidays, you should be able to find seasonal work at least. good luck to you.