An overwhelming feeling.... Just have to vent

[Helix7]

I've been getting an overwhelming feeling lately that seems to have manifested into a kind of fear. I suppose that's the best way of putting it.

I seem to have gotten a fear of being stuck in a situation, be it a job or other major responsibility, that I cannot get out of. It's really strange. I started to get a few months after I adopted a dog. She was a great dog, super friendly, but she had a behavioral issue that I had to train intensively. In the end, there was nothing I could do to fix it. I was so overwhelmed by her issue and constant daily training that I felt trapped. Stuck in a position I didn't want and couldn't improve. I ended up rehoming her with someone who could handle her issue far better than I could. It was the best choice.

After that, though, I still have that feeling of fear.... That stress whenever I get any thoughts of what it's like to be stuck in a position one wouldn't want to be in. It scares me that I may end up in something like that and become depressed. I find I worry about it everyday.

Has anyone else gone through this or something similar? I just want to get this feeling out of my head and go back to thinking positively. If anyone has any thoughts, please share! I'd appreciate anything!! Thank you!!!

[AntsyVee]

Do you think it's a fear of commitment?

[Helix7]

I suppose it could be part of it. There are plenty of things that require commitment that haven't bothered me, that I continue to commit to. Maybe it's just certain things. It's frustrating all the same, I never used to be quite like this.

[Cantstanditanymore]

Sounds very familiar.. can't offer advice I'm afraid.. but do understand x

[Helix7]

Sounds very familiar.. can't offer advice I'm afraid.. but do understand x

Thank you regardless for your response! Though I wish no one had to feel these things, it is nice to know there are those who understand.