Anxiety is high...

[loren1212]

Tonight I gave the first indication on social media that I have moved (bought my own house). This is something that I have been putting off for a couple months because there are certain people who I don't want finding me. I'm terrified that I've made a mistake and that something horrible will go wrong now... Anxiety and panic are coursing through me.

[blackcat64013]

Hi Loren1212,

You can take down your post if you do not feel comfortable with it.

Also you can change your security settings so that only the people you feel safe with are included.

Sometimes we need a gentle reminder that our anxiety is about the things that * are happening now (are you safe - no problem)

* might or might not happen (if they do - what's my plan to cope with it).

[loren1212 in reply to blackcat64013]

Thank you for the advice. I do have security settings set up and I also have an order of protection so really there isn't anything for me to really be anxious about. It's hard when I want the rest of my friends and extended family to know what is happening in my life. The reminder is good-- I'm learning how to plan to cope with things. Thank you for your words!

[Depressed1996]

Reading this was pretty concerning. I hope everything going on is ok. Hopefully no one is looking for you and it's just the anxiety.

[loren1212 in reply to Depressed1996]

Thank you for your reply. I do think that it is just my anxiety at this point. And I have necessary protection in place in case it is not. Thanks for your words.

[melbrown]

I understand not wanting to put yourself out there on social media.... there are a few people I have no desire to know anything about me. This site is the closest thing I do.... I'm the only 1 I know without a Facebook or anything like it (& I'm in my 30s).... Blackcat64013 is right you can control the settings. I hope you are feeling alright, you're not alone. Congrats on your home 😊

[jewel8888]

Very happy for you. The suggestions above are really good. I understand not saying much on Facebook, my, i only share stuff that is family friendly. Enjoy your home!