Anxiety over anxiety....

GBPacker

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Joined : Feb 2012

Posts : 57

Posted 1/14/2013 12:47 AM (GMT 0)

Hi everyone!

Happy New Year....12 days late! :) I haven't posted in a while but I always continue to stay in touch by reading posts. It was a year ago right now when I had a huge set back with my anxiety/panic and as I have approached this time I have been experiencing higher levels of anxiety and some panic attacks. I know I am so much better than I was a year ago but thoughts of how horrible those few months were is scary. I'm still on Zoloft and Xanax as needed.....but with the exception of the past couple of weeks I had gone almost five months without taking one. But it's nice to have when needed. I did finish therapy in October but I think I may start back again.

I keep saying I wish it was March because last year March brought some much needed relief to my world and I was well on my way to healing. Although I know as busy as my world is I will blink and it will be March! :) Is it me or does time seem to go much faster as you get older? LOL

Anyway, I hope everyone is doing well and as always I'm sure talking this out on here will help tremendously!

Be well.
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Scaredy Cat

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Joined : Sep 2006

Posts : 28868

Posted 1/14/2013 4:40 AM (GMT 0)

Hi GBP and welcome back.:)

It is nice to hear from you again. I am glad that things in general have been going well for you!

I understand how you are feeling at the moment...association fears can be pretty strong, as our brain makes connections with certain dates/times of the year, places/situations, ect..

This is normal, and my guess is that it is our self-preservation warning system at work. Our brains are probably attempting to keep us away from things that have previously given us trouble.

Of course, a certain time of the year is not a threat to us, so telling yourself this will help to diffuse the fear.

Try repeating the mantra:

I am doing much better this year, and will continue to do well this month and next!

Keep posting with us during this time, and know that we are here to support and listen anytime that you need it.:)

S.C.

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