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Posted 9/25/2012 12:40 AM (GMT 0)
before my anxiety hit, i used to LOVE to ride my bike. i rode my bike to and from work almost every day, and i rode it to the store or local restaurants when the weather allowed (living in florida, just stepping outside leads to instant and profuse sweating!). also just for fun on a pretty day. i hadn't ridden my bike in almost a year because exercise would cause so much anxiety and muscle twitching. i was afraid for a long time that i'd get several miles from home, anxiety would take over, and i wouldn't be able to get back. it has been one of my goals to get back on my bike.

this evening, after work, i rode my bike! not very far (maybe just a mile) or fast, but i still rode! and it felt SO GOOD! i am looking forward to building on this little victory!

and we had such nice almost fall-like weather today, too, which made it so much more enjoyable! (by "fall-like" i mean temperatures less than 85F and humidity under 75%! :))

i'm curious about little (or big) goals you guys are working toward, too. and if you've had any victories over anxiety lately! :)
Posted 9/25/2012 1:02 AM (GMT 0)
That is so great about your bike ride!!! I am very happy for you that you got to return to an activity that you enjoy.:)

Great job on getting out there and doing something that you may have thought you weren't capable of anymore...you are proof that it is good to keep trying along the road to recovery.

I am sure that this is just one of many more experiences where you face your challenges and rock it out! turn smilewinkgrin tongue

As far as my anxiety victories?  Well I started a new class today, (I am a dance teacher) one that is a little awkward for me...it's a 'Mommy and Me' and this is not my favorite kind, as I am never sure how the moms are going to receive it.  (I do them b/c they are good 'feeder' classes for my older cirriculum divisions)

Anyway, I had no nervousness/awkwardness this morning, felt very comfortable and had a really good time.:) I consider that a victory!

Thanks for sharing and inviting us to do the same!

High Fives,

S.C.

Posted 9/25/2012 11:45 AM (GMT 0)
woohoo! well done! I think a mile is a good distance personally. I live in a similar climate and know what you mean about the weather. I used to ride my bike to work and would use it more often if I didn't get to the other end soaked in sweat and smelling like a goat :)
At the moment things are ok for me but I'll have some challenges coming up as I was recently retrenched (I finished last Friday) which means looking for jobs, interviews, super tight budgets etc. which means load of stress and anxiety. Hopefully I'll find something soon.
Keep up the good work and enjoy the cooler and hopefully less humid weather
Belle
Posted 9/25/2012 11:54 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

It is always good to read positive posts of members beating their anxiety I am pleased you enjoyed your bike ride and hope you keep riding and ticking of those goals as you go along.

Hibee
Posted 9/26/2012 12:57 PM (GMT 0)
thank you, everyone! now that i'm off of work for a few days, i plan to ride more. i might even try to go back to the gym for a short workout.

sc, glad you were able to enjoy a class that usually makes you anxious! definitely a victory in my book!

bd, i hope that soon you'll be posting to tell us about a victory of finding a new job -- i'm rooting for you!

hibee, thank you for your kind words, and i hope you enjoyed a lovely vacation!
Posted 9/26/2012 5:47 PM (GMT 0)
frizzbee,

Kudos to you and I hope you can look back and see how far you have come.  It makes me smile to read of the success our members make as they find their way through the anxiety that wants to rule our lives way to often.

Kindly,

Kitt

Posted 9/26/2012 7:27 PM (GMT 0)
Everyday, I can go to work is a little victory for me.
Posted 9/26/2012 11:56 PM (GMT 0)
CH, i have plenty of days like that, too!
Posted 9/27/2012 1:52 PM (GMT 0)
i started sewing again, too! another of my former favorite hobbies. made myself a couple of shirts last night. thank goodness i stuck with effexor -- i really feel that it is giving me my motivation back. of course, i still have some moments when my heart races or i feel like i can't breathe, but i am using my coping skills to successfully get through those moments without full panic!

hope you all are having some victories this week, too!! :)
Posted 9/27/2012 2:01 PM (GMT 0)
Good for you! Keep building on it! Anytime I can beat a nervous thought or a panic attack before it takes over completely is a victory for me.
Posted 9/27/2012 2:05 PM (GMT 0)
NAE, good for you, too! i hope you can continue to nip those nervous thoughts in the bud! those moments are definitely huge victories!
Posted 9/27/2012 5:39 PM (GMT 0)
Frizzbee! This is such encouraging news! Hugs hugs and hugs! turn

I am finally beginning to feel a bit more like myself since restarting the Zoloft. What a horrible two weeks this has been! I don't even know how I made it through the work days! But, I am at the end of two weeks on 50 mg, and plan to up to 75 mg this weekend. I'm also gonna give that generic a try and keep my fingers crossed it does not cause any allergic reactions. But, if it does, I will still stick with the Zoloft because it seems to work for me. I am a lifer after this past month's experience with trying to switch. Never again.

My best friend even told me I sound more like my usual self. I'm glad the Zoloft finally kicked in. I'm still just slightly anxious, but I can for sure tell the difference inside my own head and body. I don't ache as much, and my head doesn't feel as full. I actually feel motivated to get things done again.

There is hope for everyone out there. You just need to stay the course and keep with it. And, if you are a faithful sort, do a great amount of praying and really mean it. That is my biggest stronghold when things are tough. I know I will always get an answer to my prayers.

God Bless all.
Posted 9/27/2012 5:56 PM (GMT 0)
renee, great!! and thank you! i'm so glad we could both share our good news today! :)
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