Hello everyone

[Martin Ell]

Hi folks,

I'm never really any good at these introductions, so I'll just tell you a little about my anxiety/panic history.

About 9/10 years ago when my nan passed away, it took me by surprise as it was the first real death in my family that I had to deal with. For a few weeks after that I was fine, but then I started to feel quite down, and scared at the time - scared of all sorts - dying, illness. I was convinced that I had an illness that was about to take over me. I know now that it was probably depression and anxiety, but I didn't know at the time which made it more scary!

Over the years I've learned to deal with it, and since then I've had some amazing times in my life, meeting new people, socialising, basically living a normal happy life. I do have periods where the anxiety returns, but I've beaten it before and know I will do again.:)

Overall I'm a happy person who will smile even at the darkest times in life. I don't admit my anxiety to anyone as I feel uncomfortable talking about it, this message board is probably one of the first times I've told anyone.

Anyway, I've rambled on too much. So, thanks for having me here.:winks:

[spaced]

:welcome: hi and welcome to NMP:)

[Mully]

Hi folks,


Overall I'm a happy person who will smile even at the darkest times in life. I don't admit my anxiety to anyone as I feel uncomfortable talking about it, this message board is probably one of the first times I've told anyone.
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Lots of people feel ashamed of having this disorder, in any of it's varying degrees. The fact we feel we have no control over our own minds and bodies can make us feel depressed and want to hide from the world and not show anyone who we 'think we are' as we don't want to be seen as weak and powerless.
The reality of it though I feel is this.... All of us who cope and live with this debilitating illness, are so brave and courageous because we fight it every day of our lives.. we do have that courage..power and determination to get better.. we are strong because we wont let this beat us.. we manage.. and we survive. This is something to be proud of ! .

Ok rant over lol... Welcome to NMP :yesyes:

[Veronica H]

:welcome: to NMP glad you have found us.

Veronica

[tanya 1]

:) hi martin and welcome

[SilverFern]

Hello and welcome to NMP, hope you enjoy this site and it helps you as much as it's helped me so far!:winks:

[valleybear]

Hi and glad you have found this site. My gran's death was also the event that started my anxiety/depression. My illness was acute then and i could not work or go on public transport. Like you I am so grateful to manage better now and although still have bad times enjoy happier times too and know that there is help and support out there if it is needed.

" Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul...
And sings the tune without the words and never stops at all"

Emily Dickinson

[sunshine-lady]

Hi and:welcome: to NMP, pleased you found us. I'm sure you will like it here as there is so much advice, information and support.

chat is fun too and a great place to make new friends:biggrin:

[lorac]

Hi

Welcome to the site I think you will get some good advice and support on here

Take care

Carol

[Patty]

Hi Martin, :)

:welcome: to NMP. It's great that you've joined. There is so much information & help here.

Best wishes :D

[weeble40]

Hi and a big welcome to NMP its great to have you here, hope to see you in chat sometime,

Take care

Emma xxx