Scared

[separationanxiety17]

Lately new things have been happening. I recently got a job in babysitting I start Wednesday. I just got back from church camp. My friends from church camp are all ready talking about meeting up to see each other.

Now the problem is, I’m terrified of everything. I started gaining a fear of leaving my house. I’m even scared of the thought of spending the night at a friends house. I’ll have to babysit for 8 hrs. My mom is going with me, and I’m still scared. When I went to church camp, it took half the week before I started feeling better, but now that I’m back home, I’m scared of everything again.

I don’t know what to do.

[izzyymmm]

From my personal experience (so if you don’t want to use this, don’t worry, I’m sure you will find a successful way that works for you) slowly start to go out. Don’t jump straight into everything, you’ll get overwhelmed and feel even worse in the end. Go at your own pace for things, don’t force yourself into things if you aren’t ready. But also, don’t shut yourself off completely. I always like to go on little walks when there aren’t as many people out so I don’t immediately get overwhelmed, this can help with the idea of going out more (it can also clear your head a bit). But I wish you the best, you’re so strong, and I know you’ll be able to get through this

[separationanxiety17 in reply to izzyymmm]

thank you

[Hidden]

As someone who was agoraphobic for fourteen years I can say from personal experience avoidance is not a healthy option in the long run. You start to avoid going certain places and doing certain things until you wind up homebound. Don’t let this happen to you. Keep on going out and doing things. Yes it isn’t a pleasant experience, but you must fight for your future. It’s a battle you must fight.

[separationanxiety17 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you