I was worrying about relapsing and Still am but not as much after watching your video.
My panicking and racing thoughts would trigger compulsive behaviors. Sex, eating disorders, and other things and I really don't want to go through that again I've come so far.
I have been thinking about relapses lately but I must say, it never gets as bad as it was before I started trying to handle my anxiety. I've made progress I must admit and it is not bothering me as much whenever I do have a setback so I consider that to be pretty darn good! Thanks for this inspirational video. I subscribed :)
all the work you did all those months getting better wasnt for nothing because they helped you through that at that time, all we can do is deal with it when it comes, and hopefully have the tools and knowledge to get through it
I am afraid of that myself now and then. That's what makes it hard to have an enjoyable life. Basically I am happier but don't want to lose happiness because of it. Last week I had some physical sensations that made me think I was going to panic, but I was able to stay in control. My counselor explained relapses or ups and downs like a slinky.
I've been feeling rather down lately with the negative thoughts winning and making me forget just how much better I have been doing. Thanks for reminding me of what getting better really looks like.The stock market analogy is especially helpful. I just have to keep in mind when I go through these moments of giving up that nothing has really changed outside of my thoughts and nothing is lost, it is all just a temporary feeling clouding my perception of reality. Or something like that. :)
Faring through a relapse right now. Went to the pub with my partner and best friend, which was very well in my comfort zone, couldn't stop panicking at all... but I didn't run. I fared through it, but I've still felt anxious and antsy ever since... its not going away. And I worry about not getting back again, but i did it once, I can do it again. Changing a mind set is so hard. Trying to not get scared out of going to places again. So right. Its up and down, but generally up!
Very encouraging! I experienced what I think was a relapse about a month and a half ago and I'm finally starting to get back into recovery. I'm finally learning to stop fearing and avoiding places again . Discouraging, but it's good to be headed in the right direction :)
@laurelisavantgarde Great that you are learning to challenge the urges to avoid! It sounds like you are indeed heading in the right direction again, even if it might seem otherwise from time to time with our occasional setbacks. I've heard many say that they make the most progress and learn the most during setbacks, ironically. Keep up the good work!
I was worrying about relapsing and Still am but not as much after watching your video.
My panicking and racing thoughts would trigger compulsive behaviors. Sex, eating disorders, and other things and I really don't want to go through that again I've come so far.
chiave1983 1 week ago
I have been thinking about relapses lately but I must say, it never gets as bad as it was before I started trying to handle my anxiety. I've made progress I must admit and it is not bothering me as much whenever I do have a setback so I consider that to be pretty darn good! Thanks for this inspirational video. I subscribed :)
msmusicmaker 5 months ago
all the work you did all those months getting better wasnt for nothing because they helped you through that at that time, all we can do is deal with it when it comes, and hopefully have the tools and knowledge to get through it
your videos are great, thanks
123jlp 1 year ago
@123jlp Thank you! I do have to remind myself of that, and it is so true.
bwelmhouse1 1 year ago
I am afraid of that myself now and then. That's what makes it hard to have an enjoyable life. Basically I am happier but don't want to lose happiness because of it. Last week I had some physical sensations that made me think I was going to panic, but I was able to stay in control. My counselor explained relapses or ups and downs like a slinky.
shannonm75 1 year ago
Had anyone heard of Claire Weekes? I listened to a couple of her cds and has helped alot! i reccomend looking her up.
Rach113 1 year ago
@Rach113 I have a couple of her books and lectures. Yes, her material has helped me too.
bwelmhouse1 1 year ago
I've been feeling rather down lately with the negative thoughts winning and making me forget just how much better I have been doing. Thanks for reminding me of what getting better really looks like.The stock market analogy is especially helpful. I just have to keep in mind when I go through these moments of giving up that nothing has really changed outside of my thoughts and nothing is lost, it is all just a temporary feeling clouding my perception of reality. Or something like that. :)
rottworks 1 year ago
@rottworks That's the way I see it too. Just a temporary thing that happens but doesn't change reality of a situation.
bwelmhouse1 1 year ago
You must have read my mind because I was thinking of relapses just yesterday.
zebracrunk 1 year ago
Faring through a relapse right now. Went to the pub with my partner and best friend, which was very well in my comfort zone, couldn't stop panicking at all... but I didn't run. I fared through it, but I've still felt anxious and antsy ever since... its not going away. And I worry about not getting back again, but i did it once, I can do it again. Changing a mind set is so hard. Trying to not get scared out of going to places again. So right. Its up and down, but generally up!
Mnemosynex 1 year ago
@Mnemosynex Good job on sticking it out through that situation! It's all about telling your anxiety who's really boss!
bwelmhouse1 1 year ago
Very encouraging! I experienced what I think was a relapse about a month and a half ago and I'm finally starting to get back into recovery. I'm finally learning to stop fearing and avoiding places again . Discouraging, but it's good to be headed in the right direction :)
laurelisavantgarde 1 year ago
@laurelisavantgarde Great that you are learning to challenge the urges to avoid! It sounds like you are indeed heading in the right direction again, even if it might seem otherwise from time to time with our occasional setbacks. I've heard many say that they make the most progress and learn the most during setbacks, ironically. Keep up the good work!
bwelmhouse1 1 year ago