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Posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 6:53:02
... and they aren't giving it back. I have been rather quiet (for me) lately, except for my diary on the Substance board. I never would have thought that the treatment I'm engaged in would have such a positive effect on my GAD. Yet this week I have experienced a calm I did not know I would ever reclaim. It's like I've landed butter-side up after a long tumble from the kitchen counter to the floor.
My xanax is safely stowed, close at hand, and I am so surprised that I'm not having to reach for it every day.
Even if this a short lived respite and the anxiety returns, this vacation from the grip on my throat and the sound of blood rushing in my ears makes me euphoric.
(((purring)))
Posted by sunny10 on September 16, 2005, at 8:24:15
In reply to Somebody stole my anxiety, posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 6:53:02
that is so wonderful to hear, ClearSkies.
I'm happy that you are feeling so well.
hugs to you, congrats,
Sunny10
Posted by wildcard on September 16, 2005, at 9:50:47
In reply to Somebody stole my anxiety, posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 6:53:02
if u dont mind, what treatment are u in? i sure wish someone wld steal mine and start a big bon fire and toss it in..lol i wld. LOVE to not take my klonopin ; (
but i am very happy for U!!!!!!!! that is wonderful news..ENJOY my friend.
Posted by AuntieMel on September 16, 2005, at 10:12:22
In reply to Somebody stole my anxiety, posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 6:53:02
Posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 10:13:52
In reply to Re: Somebody stole my anxiety » ClearSkies, posted by wildcard on September 16, 2005, at 9:50:47
I'm in an intensive outpatient programme (group therapy) for chemical dependence; and am taking Campral to offset the automatic reach-for-a-drink trigger response I have to anxious thinking. The medication has been a godsend for me. I had no idea how much of my anxiety was due to being so frightened of being able to keep my sobriety going. The group therapy has opened up a new world of IRL support for me that I could cry about, so great is my relief.
The depression has been deep at times but to lose my preoccupation about alcohol has relieved almost all of my stress. This is the first positive experience I've ever had in my 25 year history. I am so glad that I was able to trust my T enough to be able to be honest with her about my chronic behaviour. She suggested the outpatient programme to me, and my pdoc added the Campral to support my abstinence.
(cautious happy dance)
Posted by wildcard on September 16, 2005, at 10:16:11
In reply to Re: Somebody stole my anxiety » wildcard, posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 10:13:52
Posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 10:30:25
In reply to Re: I got it. Want it back???? (nm) » ClearSkies, posted by AuntieMel on September 16, 2005, at 10:12:22
Uh - I didn't know it was a hot potato deal! And I'm hoping that this anxiety is non-returnable, no refunds or exchanges.
What's going on, Mel? Is it the pile of work that was waiting on your desk after your trip??
CS
Posted by Dinah on September 16, 2005, at 11:32:52
In reply to Somebody stole my anxiety, posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 6:53:02
Posted by NikkiT2 on September 16, 2005, at 13:33:30
In reply to Somebody stole my anxiety, posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 6:53:02
Yay! Thats fab news *grins*
Respites from anxiety are wonderful.. Enjoy!!
And you're doing so well.. I'm so proud of you for finding such relief in the group.
*hugs*
Nikki xx
Posted by spriggy on September 16, 2005, at 18:02:46
In reply to Re: Somebody stole my anxiety » ClearSkies, posted by NikkiT2 on September 16, 2005, at 13:33:30
Posted by Phillipa on September 17, 2005, at 18:23:27
In reply to Re: Somebody stole my anxiety » ClearSkies, posted by NikkiT2 on September 16, 2005, at 13:33:30
Glad to hear it's working so well. You certainly deserve it. Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by Damos on September 18, 2005, at 16:43:45
In reply to Somebody stole my anxiety, posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 6:53:02
I'm so happy for you ClearSkies. More proof that good things DO happen to good people. YAY for you.
(((((ClearSkies)))))
Posted by AuntieMel on September 19, 2005, at 14:10:03
In reply to Re: I got it. Want it back???? » AuntieMel, posted by ClearSkies on September 16, 2005, at 10:30:25
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