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Posted 4/18/2016 7:24 PM (GMT 0)
Hi,

I've been trying to sit through the day, but I'm terrified. I'm sitting at a workplace, and there's a room I could retreat to and lay in a sleeping bag all day, but if I do that I'll be giving in to the extreme fear I have. I know the fear I have is irrational, but it stays with me anyway. It got worse after I had an ECT treatment last Monday.
Posted 4/18/2016 7:52 PM (GMT 0)
Hello Fontana and welcome.

I am so sorry to read that you are struggling today. Know that our thoughts and prayers are going out to you now.

Considering the fact that you just recently had a significant treatment...

I don't see taking a break as giving in the fear...

...as much as pacing yourself during your recovery.

We're you given parameters by your P-doc as far as how much you should be doing...or how many hours you should be working?

Maybe this is just a case of too much too soon?

How about your coping skills? Are you able to put them to use? If not...you could be exhausted...and simply need rest.

I encourage you to be gentle with YOU...and do what is best for your overall health.

know you are supported here...and post with us anytime.:)

Scaredy Cat
Posted 4/18/2016 8:52 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Fontana,

Sorry to hear you are having an anxious day. Please know we are here with you in support and encouragement.
Take it easy on yourself and take a break when necessary... like SC said, it's to giving into fear, it is just taking care of YOU.
Posted 4/19/2016 7:57 PM (GMT 0)
I have days like that too where I am just scared out of my mind. I get scared my dog will die, or that I will have such a bad panic attack I'll just fall over on the floor and have a seizure, or that I'll go crazy and hurt myself and have to be locked in a mental hospital. All very scary and very real feeling. The thing I have to focus on is that those are "what-ifs". They are not reality, at least not right now. They are completely illogical. It's fear of something abstract. I believe if the physical feelings weren't there, it would be easy to dismiss in your mind. I like to go for a walk or a drive to calm down. Hang in there. Be mindful.
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