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11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

Took another step

Hi Worldpeace510,

Thanks for sharing with us. Hopefully, we can help you overcome some of your fears. My recommendation, in line with our panic center program would be to try exposure work. The goal of this strategy is to unlearn your fear over repeat exposure (gradual) and the subsequent acknowledgement that your fear is unjust. The program featured within the panic center is proven effective, but only if you put the work in to complete the homework and the exercises. So feel free to spend some time reading, learning and trying the exercises in the program. Specifically, ou will see more about unlearning your fear and exposure work in section four of the program. I hope this can help you overcome your fears.

Any other members have strategies that have worked for them?

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

Traffic :(

Hi Worldpeace510.

Sorry to hear your fears are starting to effect some of the regular tasks in day to day life. Like my response to your question about going outside/large spaces, the answer is quite similar. You have to unlearn this fear, and/or overcome an anticipatory anxiety of driving. Exposure therapy can help here as well. As you will see in section 4 of the program, it is all gradual, and takes time. So start in passenger seat, side road, with passenger etc, all as examples of different steps. Until you graduate to driving regular routes again. By doing things gradually, you will start realizing that you are in control and can gain confidence because things are going well. You can also use different stress relieving techniques before and while at the wheel (e.g., muscle relaxation, self talk, breathing techniques).

There is no quick fix, so start slow, set goals and see your successes when you meet those goals. See more in our program as well to learn first about your fear and how you may be able to deal with it out of the car first.

Any others out there have tips? strategies for driving?

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

Took another step

Hi Worldpeace510,

No problem at all. Hoping you all the best as you begin.

Also, see what Shari had to say in another thread. She made a good point about really understanding your fear and the process you will be going through before you actually start the exposure exercises. Be aware that this takes time, but with your hard work, you will start seeing the results you are looking for.

Take care

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

Information on Stress

Welcome to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Day (CBT) on the forums!

Two days a week will now be known as CBT day.

Once a week a Health Educator will launch a CBT challenge. Members are encouraged to take on the challenge and post their results. A few days later, a Health Educator will post specific tips and strategies to aid you in the way you look/interpret yourself and the way you view the world.
This week we will be talking about stress…
Stress is an entirely unconscious reaction which serves as a basic survival mechanism to deal with the threat of a specific stimulus by engaging particular centres of the brain. This action sends out nerve impulses to glands and muscles to release epinephrine, norepinephrine and other stress hormones which in turn create changes in the body in order to get it prepared to deal with the threat. Symptoms include increased heart rate/blood pressure, dilated pupils, tense muscles and hair standing up among others. Stress and fear does have a purpose but in today’s world stress can be damaging to the body and mind if it is ongoing and does not have an outlet.
This week we challenge you to keep track of how many stressful situations you’ve had this week and post up your numbers here!
Will your numbers be higher or lower than expected?

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

Anxious thoughts €“ Jumping to Conclusions

Hi Hugs4U,

Thanks for sharing your experience with us. It is at times tough to move past those "unproductive predictions" you mention, but it is great to hear you were able to and make your way to the event. By making it out, you get to realize how your predictions may have been uncalled for. It is great to hear that you got the opportunity to enjoy the event and benefit other ways in the process (by going through a discovery process of sorts)

Thanks again for sharing. Be well

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

More information on stress_a challenge

Welcome to Behavioral Therapy Day (CBT) on the forums!

We will take this opportunity to launch a challenge. All members are encouraged to take on the challenge and post results and any feedback they have. Later in the week you will see tips and strategies to help better interpret yourself and the way you perceive the world around you.

This week’ challenge we will continue talking about stress management…

How much stress do you have on the job site? Take this small quiz to find out.

Enter a number from the sliding scale below that best describes you.

1 Strongly Disagree
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5 Agree Somewhat
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10 Strongly Agree

•   I can't honestly say what I really think or get things off my chest at work.
•   My job has a lot of responsibility, but I don't have very much authority.
•   I could usually do a much better job if I were given more time.
•   I seldom receive adequate acknowledgment or appreciation when my work is really good.
•   In general, I am not particularly proud or satisfied with my job.
•   I have the impression that I am repeatedly picked on or discriminated against at work.
•   My workplace environment is not very pleasant or particularly safe.
•   My job often interferes with my family and social obligations or personal needs.
•   I tend to have frequent arguments with superiors, coworkers or customers.
•   Most of the time I feel that I have very little control over my life at work.

Add up the replies to each question for your TOTAL JOB STRESS SCORE

If you score between 10-30, you handle stress on your job well; between 40-60, moderately well; 70-100, you’re encountering problems that need to be addressed and resolved.

(Source: Quiz Acquired from the American Institute of Stress)

Please feel free to share your score or experiences!

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

Under the gun again.....

Hi Mary Louise,

Thanks for checking in, and welcome back to the online community.

Regarding your workplace issues, you may be able to speak with management to discuss that issue. Of course it can depend organization to organization. Human resources may be the department to talk to in some cases, in others it would be best to talk with management. As part of their role, most likely they are to ensure that their employees have the best chance to succeed and work in a productive work environment.

You may be able to approach it that way. You can discuss how it would help you be more productive, work more efficiently and be happier in your workplace. Honesty is usually the best option as your employee should be just as interested in having you happy/productive in your workplace as you.

That may be the best place to start. I'm sure others have opinions on this as well.

11 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

Emotional Support

Hi Everyone,

Support can be provided in many different forms.
We can be given money, tools, transportation, care, or assistance. This would be known as instrumental or tangible support.
We may also be provided advice, guidance, or best plans of action. These would be examples of information support.

Another type of support important in our day to day lives is emotional support.
We can discuss our feelings with others, express concerns or worries, receive sympathy or even receive approval or acceptance. These are all examples of emotional support which benefit us by enhancing self-esteem, improving our appraisals of life events, reducing anxiety, and motivates us to cope with difficult situations.

We all need some degree of emotional support from time to time, so don't be shy or apprehensive when it comes to receiving or asking for emotional support.
It can help us live a happier and healthier life.

Be well

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

I´m excited about this program

Welcome Caffinated Bluebird,

Anxiety/panic can be treatable as you mention, and with our program, the more you put in, the more you will get out. For that reason it is great to hear that you have been going through the program and been doing the homework. Awesome!

Check in when you have any questions or have any feedback.

All the best

10 years ago 0 +0 / -0 218

Quote of the Day Part Two

Hi Hugs4U,

Thanks for the quote.

As for an answer, there are so many different answers and can come from all different perspectives (e.g, psychogical, sociological, philosophical, physiological). From my background, I have seen motivation be a big key to whether continues to take action, or whether they stop. Motivation from within is the strongest. Motivation from external sources is helpful as well and can help initiate, but to sustain, individuals often need more internal motivation. That can include having a sense that what ever you are doing is part of your identify, truly enjoying or being satisfied by the action. Then there is the whole part of increasing motivation, another story.

Any other ideas out there?

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