Hey, I think almost all of us have experienced what you're going through. I did exactly what you did. Went to see a counselor once a week, wrote in my journal which surprisingly REALLY helped, cut all contact with my X, which also really helped, and you know what, with the help of some meds, which I swore I would never go one, I am feeling ok. I started to feel better after 2 months, and even more better after 3, and now at 4 months, almost 5, I am feel more than ok. There will be times when you will cry, and you'll think about what happened for a long time after, but eventually, and soon, you will be able to move on with your life.

Everything you're doing right now is going to help you so much.

Stay strong! :) *hug

I had similar yet different mood issues. Mine was bad sleeping....and so emotional all the time. I couldn't deal with it. I could cry just by looking at another couple. And then my thought process would just go bonkers.....I didnt feel strong or confident or being around people made me nervous all of a sudden...was just weird for me. .But the only thing I found for support was this site. I didn't have a counselor I didn't have meds. The only thing I could do since I was alone with no friends at the time....was read everyones journals here.......was the biggest help along with all the people I met here.

Sounds like your on the right track, but I believe that in time...all will be better. Thats what I was told...and thats what I've lived by since. Stay strong Kim.....

Thanks for your support. Its comforting hearing or reading that what Im going through is normal and that IT will end.

Absolutely, you are not alone with those feelings/reactions

Sounds like you are taking all the right steps. Good luck on your journey..

Bern

yeah i didn't want to leave my house. at all. i had some pretty bad anxiety attacks when i did. didn't even want to go get the mail some days.

in fact... i'm just now (8 mos later) coming out of it..

stay strong. good luck to you
(((hugs)))

There isn't really a specific set time limit. But it sounds like you are doing everythign right! It will get better. :)

I know no one wants to hear this one, but you need to stop ALL caffeine too. Switch to decaf. Even a little bit of caffeine will trigger the anxiety.

If you've never done yoga, go buy a video. The breathing techniques will also help you immensely.

Thanks everyone. I had to call my counsler today in crisis and I'll see him tomorrow. I feel better in the evening, maybe because I look forward to SHUTTING IT OFF. I did switch to decaf. That is great advice. And I have been calling it "My Journey" Bern. Lots of soul searching. However anxiety can lead to alot of crazy thoughts that are not real or healthy and I have to be carefull. Thanks for the hugs.