Posted by KellyD on October 26, 2003, at 20:45:24
In reply to Re: fallout » Dinah, posted by zeugma on October 26, 2003, at 20:20:47
zeugma,
I want you to know you are not alone in the cycle that goes with your anxiety symptoms. I don't want to make this about me, but I have the same predictable pattern of behavior, too. My anxiety have always been very phyical - anywhere from a general feeling of unwellness to the biggie - a neck and shoulder discomfort that can really bring the cycle on of hyperviligence to that ONE thing that's hurting. (and makes me feel like h*ll all over, mind and body)
For me, I tried CBT, talk therapy, etc. I did not succeed in stopping the cycle. When my body started pumping the extra "spin up" chemicals around, my body responded and my mind couldn't think or change thought patterns to counteract all the body responses. Some are able to do that, I wish I could, but I can't. At first, I felt I wasn't trying hard enough, but I finally stopped feeling quilty and realized different approaches work for different folks. A benzo was my answer. I know it is not for everyone.
Ok, sorry, I did make this about me.
I just don't want you feel alone in how you cope and react. I did for a long time. Out of all the folks in the world - just me.
All that can be expected of ourselves is we do the best we are able at the time. Keep us posted.
Kelly
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