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Hi everyone; I'm new here...

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Really struggling for the past few weeks...

I was recently hospitalized for thoughts of suicide. It's hard to explain to people that do not suffer from anxiety that, yes, my anxiety affects my life to the degree that I no longer want to live.

I've suffered from anxiety/panic/phobia since I was a child, and, unfortunately, I'm going through hell right now!

I am thankful for this support! I've never joined a support group online. I must say that just by letting all of you know a little about about me and my struggle, I'm feeling better than I did just a few minutes ago. And, I'm even smiling and laughing inside! Grateful!

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Mehditate

Welcome! The fact that you took time to smile inside is a big plus! You will find a lot of helpful posts here and we welcome you with open arms! You should be very proud of yourself for taking the time to look for an online support group. See? You're making big steps to love yourself! Much love and peace to your heart

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iknow_iunderstand in reply to Mehditate

It's a journey 🙌 That's for sure! Just keep reminding myself to rise above self pity and pull up my big girl pants!🙆‍♀️

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Iloveart7

Welcome!

hi ik,welcombe to our wonderfull group sorry to here about you trouble your not alone

last Wednesday I tried to take my own life and ended up in a@e for my troubles.the good

thing is ,I found out I love just being alive.it is a lot to go throu just to find you want to live

just what other people take for granted,so I hope you inprove by peek

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iknow_iunderstand in reply to

Thank you! You're right. I have to stop and remember that I do have a lot in my life to be thankful and grateful for!!

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aaronm

Welcome

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AZ1970

Welcome. You have found a great place for support. We all understand. I have been in the hospital four times in the past year. I know exactly how bad anxiety can get. Lean on us when you need a boost.

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Ollyvie

Am sorry to hear about your resent hospitalization. I pray, and hope thing get better. Its so unfortunate you have to go through this as a child. You are a survivor. I know its not that easy, but I want you know that you are not alone. We are here to support you in which ever way that we can. Can you think of thing that makes you anxious and scared sometimes? what do you do that makes you feel good and happy? Sometimes we have to explore (music, movies, exercise, walking, biking, reading and praying) until we find few things that will do the magic for us. We just have to keep trying and never give up until we fine what will do the magic for us. If you need someone to chat you can send me a message and If you need someone to talk to don’t hesitate to contact Focus bit.ly/2zINBWU

Hi and welcome!! Please keep smiling!!

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Genn

Hello darlin, your post brought me joy in the sharing and admiration of your strength and ability to survive, although if it doesn't feel that way I can sure relate!! It's amazing that you could get that awesome pic up of the kitty cat when not feeling so well. Funny and well done! Please hang in there, for you, and me, and all of the rest of us!

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kenster1

hi sorry to hear of your struggles but glad to hear your feeling a little better.your picture just made me smile.

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Healthyscorp

Hi, I'm new and just joined. I'm so sorry you're going through all of this. I recently had to promise to someone that I wouldn't end my life. I completely understand what you are going through. The struggle is real and difficult for us that suffer. I have anxiety/depression/ptsd. You are a strong fighter! We can do this!! Right now my new saying is "each minute is a new one" maybe this can help guide you throughout the day as it does me : )

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goldieoldie

Hello,so very glad you joined,your wee cat too it made me smile and laugh,IM much older .but very young at heart......my pain is for you to feel better and hopefully you can move forward too;my own younger years were not unlike yours,so IM sure you will be glad to know that your among friends and we can make you feel less isolated.....

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