Traceypo
28-02-16, 22:07
Hi all,
I haven't been on this forum much lately, I'm doing so much better I thought I'd share what I've learnt;
My throat issues have vanished - no lump, no sore throat, no feelings like I'm being strangled, my conclusion is this was anxiety based with some acid reflux irritating my throat.
My severe lung issues - pain in the lung area, still come and go, conclusion is trapped wind as when the pain is there I feel a need to burp.
I'm still here, I've had HA for 8 years now, surely if I had any of the dreadful illnesses I'd convinced myself of having there would be some deterioration by now.
I've been so lucky to have had the same therapist twice, she's been great, so much so she has given me the option of calling her direct if I feel any major anxiety, she'll assess me on phone and if need be get me in for a couple of sessions to remind me what I already know, she's right, the tools to beat this are all in my head, just sometimes I need reminding.
She's also taught me everyone has bad days, if I have a bad day put it in perspective, it's a bad day, it doesn't have to turn into a bad week/month.
Lower my expectations for myself, no-one is anxiety free and a low level of anxiety is healthy.
I went to a new trampoline Park today, usually this would panic me as it's new and it's the unexpected, I didn't give it a second thought and it's only now on reflection I can see my progress.
Finally, I removed myself from here when my anxiety was too high, I love NMP and appreciate every ounce of support I've had from it, however at that point it was not helping me at all, in fact it was hindering me by keeping my anxiety alive.
I'm not at a point of acceptance, there is no magic pill or overnight solution, I have the tools and ability inside of me to help myself. I'm learning to relax, take notice of the world and enjoy experiences.
I've spent too long living my life like I'm dying, guess what, I'm still alive and so happy to admit I WAS WRONG.
8 week clear of a Gp appointment is a huge achievement for me.
Wishing you all luck in your journey, don't be hard on yourself, show yourself compassion.
Xxx
I haven't been on this forum much lately, I'm doing so much better I thought I'd share what I've learnt;
My throat issues have vanished - no lump, no sore throat, no feelings like I'm being strangled, my conclusion is this was anxiety based with some acid reflux irritating my throat.
My severe lung issues - pain in the lung area, still come and go, conclusion is trapped wind as when the pain is there I feel a need to burp.
I'm still here, I've had HA for 8 years now, surely if I had any of the dreadful illnesses I'd convinced myself of having there would be some deterioration by now.
I've been so lucky to have had the same therapist twice, she's been great, so much so she has given me the option of calling her direct if I feel any major anxiety, she'll assess me on phone and if need be get me in for a couple of sessions to remind me what I already know, she's right, the tools to beat this are all in my head, just sometimes I need reminding.
She's also taught me everyone has bad days, if I have a bad day put it in perspective, it's a bad day, it doesn't have to turn into a bad week/month.
Lower my expectations for myself, no-one is anxiety free and a low level of anxiety is healthy.
I went to a new trampoline Park today, usually this would panic me as it's new and it's the unexpected, I didn't give it a second thought and it's only now on reflection I can see my progress.
Finally, I removed myself from here when my anxiety was too high, I love NMP and appreciate every ounce of support I've had from it, however at that point it was not helping me at all, in fact it was hindering me by keeping my anxiety alive.
I'm not at a point of acceptance, there is no magic pill or overnight solution, I have the tools and ability inside of me to help myself. I'm learning to relax, take notice of the world and enjoy experiences.
I've spent too long living my life like I'm dying, guess what, I'm still alive and so happy to admit I WAS WRONG.
8 week clear of a Gp appointment is a huge achievement for me.
Wishing you all luck in your journey, don't be hard on yourself, show yourself compassion.
Xxx