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20 years ago 0 49 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
You go for it Lisa...baby steps turn into giant leaps of faith! Rose
20 years ago 0 24 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Thank You Pamela, Danielle and Rose, Everyone, for your encouraging words! Today is the BIG DAY and I'm not ashamed to say that I am having some terrible anxiety about this. The tension in my body is so strong that I had a horrible sleep last night. This is nothing new for me and I keep reminding myself that it is just a symptom of PD and that I'll be okay. I have had neck problems for sometime now and when my stress level hightens so does the pain in my neck and shoulders. My nerves begin to tremble and I feel very unsteady to say the least. When this happens my symptoms of PD increases. I would say that my biggest fear is that people will be able to see the symptoms that I experience which makes me even more anxious. It's a vicious cycle! I hate this feeling of fear that I can not control. I know that without this fear I could do great things. I have always wanted to practice law but being afraid of everything has held me back from my dreams. So, I begin my journey today with one baby step, which feels huge, towards my dream with great hope that this experience will be a good one. Well, I need to go now, and be sure that I will return with news of my day. Take care everyone, and wish me luck! Lisa
20 years ago 0 49 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Lisa, I am happy you have arrived. You have found a good place to be. I have been coming to this site for only a couplof weeks and it has been a positive move for me. I am writing to you at 2am as I woke up feeling a bit anxious and of course then the negative thoughts were coming upon me so I just decided to get up and write. My thoughts and prayers go out to you dear because it is TOUGH feeling fear most all of the time. I have panic disorder that started after a horrible car crash that landed me in the hospital with a fractured pelvis. That was just last August so I haven't suffered with it as long as you. Like you I pray that God will get me through this. One of the toughest things for me was that I didn't know anyone that had suffered from these attacks and I felt like those closest to me thought I was crazy...they are all very supportive it was just my own feeling. I hope this site does help you and please give yourself a pat on the back for trying to break the cycle...that's the one thing we can all do is keep trying! Rose
20 years ago 0 80 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Lisa, I was on disability for a short period of time as well but I found that it was very demoralizing for my spirit. I felt hopeless. I started out very slowly but had to get a job. Getting up and out the door every day regardless of how I feel has been a tremendous help to me. Although admittedly, I certainly struggle with Agoraphobia, I haven't been housebound since. I don't really understand it but working FORCES me out the door and literally keeps me sane. Good luck...might be a greater healing for you than you thought! Danielle :-)
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Hi Lisa and welcome to our group! I too have felt the way that you have, and by getting your new job, you have taken that first very difficult step to getting your life back. Just take it one small baby step at a time and try not to overwhelm yourself by thinking and trying to plan everything out. Typically those of us who suffer from this disorder are perfectionists who want everyone to like them and we hate to make mistakes or have people think badly of us. Try not to consume yourself with these worries concerning your new job. You are doing this for you and no one else, so it's ok to think only of your own feeling right now until you feel comfortable with everything. Good Luck and let us know how things go!
20 years ago 0 24 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Thank you Shannon68, Your encouragement is greatly appreciated. Hearing that other people with PD and work every day has really helped me feel that I will be able to do it to. I think that being on disability for the past 8 years has really contributed to me not working. I desided that collecting income from disability was holding me back and actually making matters worse. I desided that I MUST do something productive for myself which in turn might help me with my PD and fears. I have been feeling worthless for a long time and know that interacting with people will do me good. 18 years ago I made a real tough choice to place my baby up for adoption and I figure if I could get through that this should be a peace of cake for me to do. I am a very strong person because I have to be. Only I can live my life thae best that I can. I will be sure to tell you how it goes tomorrow. Wish me luck, Lisa
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Hi Lisa, You have come to the right place! Please feel free to roam the site at your own pace. If you look to the left of the screen under "TOOLS" you will find many supportive tests. These tests are not diagnostic tools and are not a replacement or substitute for a physician's advice. The purpose of these tests is to prepare you with information that you can present to your physician. When you're finished the test, you can either print your Final Report or email it directly to your doctor. We also have developed a Panic Program. This program is 12-weeks and involves the tools mentioned above. Each session is based on the previous session, so we strongly advise that you work slowly through the program and not jump ahead. If you have any question or concerns with our €œTOOLS€, you can contact Susanne or me at support@paniccenter.net. We are the Support Specialist for The Panic Center and are open to any questions or concerns you may have. That was my clinical advice, my compassionate advice is as follows: Post as often as you can, the supporters on this site have a world of experience. They are also the most supportive people you have ever met. You will also be able to relate to many others and help them through their journey. Take it nice and slow, Josie
20 years ago 0 47 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi Lisa, Welcome!!!! I too am 35 and I figure I have suffered from PD for about 13 years, but only figured out what it really was about 3 years ago this June. I remember the days when I thought I could never leave my house again because I was out of my mind scared!!! My job is as an area sales manager. It was not an option for me to stop working. I'll be honest I wanted sooo bad to just stay home in my safe place, but I kept going. There were day that I had to force myself but I did it. It seems like it got eaiser every day. Everytime I made it through the day I counted it as a victory. I do understand you pain and fears, I have them too. It's hard!! There are times I look back and wonder "How did I do it?" You said you are strong and you want to get back in the land of the living. That is the first step. You are determined to beat this thing and everyone here will help and support you. I wish you the best of luck at your new job. It may be hard at first but just remember you are taking the first step on the road to freedom!!! Keep in touch! Shannon :)
20 years ago 0 24 logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo logo 0
Hi my name is Lisa, and I suffer from Panic Disorder. Panic Disorder has taken over my life for about 15 years now. Each day it seems to be getting worse for me to deal with. I have moments where I cry alone feeling so tired of feeling so uncontrolled of my mind and body. I am 35 years old and fear that I will never feel "normal". I fear that I will die feeling this way. All I want is to be in control. I have not worked outside of my home in almost 10 years. Tomorrow I start a part time job And i Am TERRIFIED! I have no choice but to do this. I know that alot of my problem is the negetive thinking, but it is hard to think positive when my symptoms are so strong. I pray to God that I will be fine. I have a real hard time being in public. My home feels safe to me and I hate (fear) having to make this step. Everyone tells me that I can do it, they don't understand my pain and fears. But, I am strong.... and need to get back in the land of the living no matter how scary it is. I am so glad that I have found this group. I hope that I will find some friends here. :) Lisa

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