I did it!!!

I had to renew my drivers licence, was dreading it, my social anxiety is horrific! I'm confused though, even though I did it & now home ......My heart is racing , palms sweating & feeling out of control....Why????? Hugs & love!!!

[bridder01]

Hey Lisa! At least you did it! Take a deep breath and relax. Revel in the accomplishment

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I'm trying...still very anxious...what's wrong with me?

[Agora1 in reply to Hidden]

Hi anxiety_59....you did it Now you have to wait for your mind and body to catch up with the fact that it's over and behind you. Remember that "on/off" switch we all talk about? Well it doesn't always respond immediately when turning it off. Start with calming those excitable thoughts from your mind thru deep breathing. It's not only worry and stress that make us physically react but also excitement. Breathe dear, exhale long and slow. Your body will soon catch up to what your mind is telling it. xx

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Thank you ....you are such a dear! So happy to hear from you!!! How are you doing? Love & hugs!!! XXX

[bridder01 in reply to Hidden]

Nothing's wrong! We all get anxious, or even super anxious. At least it's over now and you can relax

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Can't seem to calm down, man this is difficult!!! Here's a big warm hug for you!!! XXX

[Robinrenae]

Congratulations!! Some times anxiety came be a cunning monster. I had the same thing happen to me not long ago after leaving Walmart. I was fine inside but as soon as as I hit the parking lot anxiety hit me hard! It's just my opinion but I think it's a release after the event. I hope you find peace soon.

Be proud of your accomplishment ❤

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I am , almost didn't do it, I just don't think I should feel like this, I should be happy that I did it! Can't seem to get myself calmed down! My daughter is coming for shopping, means going out again, but I'm really looking forward to that one! Confusing?!!! Thank you for responding, really means a lot to me!

Have some joy...I'm throwing it to you!!! XXX

[Starrlight]

After driving out of my comfort zone in which I held back the anxiety somewhat, my arms were shaking badly even though it was over. I think maybe this type of reaction is due to the unsettled nerves /overstimulation to get stress energy out of the system. I m guessing. I hope you are okay now 💕

[Starrlight in reply to Starrlight]

P.s. have fun shopping!

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Still calming down!!!

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Now why don't have anxiety going shopping with my daughter? I feel like a freak! I love you!!! Have a beautiful day!!! XXX

[Starrlight in reply to Hidden]

Thanks you too!!! Love you so!

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Hahahahahaaha....Love you more!!!!! XXX

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😂

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Xxx 🌺 💕

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[Starrlight in reply to Hidden]

🤣 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx!!!!!!!!!!!!!’

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What are you trying to do...beat me with x's? Here you go!

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[Starrlight in reply to Hidden]

You know I am determinedxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxox

[Hidden in reply to Starrlight]

Okay ....I'll give it to you, hahahahaha!!!!!!!!!!

[Starrlight in reply to Hidden]

😆

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Yes ...see you won...you can do anything!!! Love ya!!!

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Hello anxiety-59. Have u ever had your thyroid checked ? All the symptoms u described can be due to anxiety of course. But although I now do also have severe anxiety I also had the same for many years untill I was diagnosed with overactive thyroid. Mite not be but a simple blood test will tell you. Hope you find a way thru your struggle. I feel you.

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Yes I have!!! They say it's enlarged slightly yet the blood tests came back normal??? XOXOXO

[melbrown]

💃🏼 Way to go Anxiety_59 ❣🥂 I am so proud of you sweetheart. I hope they were very nice to you at the DMV. Breathe, try to relax & have fun with your daughter. When we get anxious/worked up about something it takes us a bit to come down from it once it passes. You got it done, it went okay, you are safe. ❤ Love xox... have fun today, try to treat yourself... you deserve ❣😄

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I cancelled with Hannah... I told her to just come visit! I can't seem to calm down, why? I did it...shouldn't feel like this! Can't wait to see my Head Dr. Monday!!! Yes they were very kind. I even forced myself to make small talk with people...way out of my comfort zone! I love you!!!! Have a wonderful day!!! XXX

[fauxartist]

maybe your just excited.....you should be....you did good....congratulations...take the win friend.....your making great progress...now have something nice and reward yourself, fruit smoothie or something decadent...(chocolate is my reward)...you deserve it...

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I'm Still trying to calm down! Now I'm scared to leave my house....this stinks..like a skunk, hahahaha!!! Love & hugs!!! XXX

[fauxartist in reply to Hidden]

your okay and your doing great....do you have ice cream?....pop cycle?.....that would keep you busy for a few....

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I'm trying to watch my girlish figure, hahahahahaha!

[fauxartist in reply to Hidden]

thankfully I'm at an age where I can wear my purple hat and not care what anyone thinks of it...but I do have to watch the ice cream....only on a special occasion....soon it will be fruit smoothies with the kids again... they like to make frozen pops with them.

[Hidden in reply to fauxartist]

I was just kidding really! I'm 60 & really if people don't like the way I look...then look the other way!!!! XXX

[Hidden]

I can get like this. It’s like you’ve built yourself up so much due to anxiety it’s hard to calm down. It takes time..

Well done x

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Thank you! I should feel good about this. I cancelled shopping with my daughter, maybe she will come visit. This is throwing me for a LOOP!!! XXX

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Yes you almost need some calming things to do....and I know it can be difficult x

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

I'm listening to music! That does help me!!!

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Good, it’s almost like a huge relief thing. You may feel a little down when you begin to come down...I know I can do...

I’m glad you can get some good affect from music x

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Music is one of my many things!!!!! XXX

[Hidden]

Way to go, Anxiety_59!

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Thank you, I'm finally starting to calm down a little!!! Have a beautiful day! XXX

[Agora1 in reply to Hidden]

xx

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Thank you! Today is a good day for me.

I'm glad you are walking on sunshine! Anxiety is tough but you really did it!

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Yes I did. once I calmed down I was exhausted, had to take a nap! XXX

[Fluffy44]

Congrats!!! Proud of you !!

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Thank you..Very Much!!! XXX