Finally feeling hopeful

[Agoraphobia39]

I just wanted to check in and tell all of you that since i joined a week or two ago so much has gotten better. For those of you that have responded to me and became friends with me, thank you!

I have been able to drive around town ALONE and not have a panic attack. I was even able to substitute for a half day (I got my certification to substitute in December. This was my first time going thru with it.) I felt so good going and cant wait to do it this week coming up. I have also made 2 meals this weekend which is more than i have in weeks. I feel like I'm slowly getting back to my old self and I cant wait to see whats in store. Thank you all for your love and support and I will continue to check in here and support you as well.

[mvillarreal]

So happy to hear you are doing better! I hope things continue to improve for you!

[Agoraphobia39 in reply to mvillarreal]

Thank you so much!

[JAYnLA]

Isn't healing grand? Such a wonderful thing to read about - thanks for sharing it with us.

[jkl5500]

I'm glad you are looking forward to the future instead of dreading it! You're taking the first few steps in the journey to getting your life back. Congratulations!

[Agora1]

Agoraphobia39, I once was where you are, taking those steps forward.

The feeling was amazing as if I was experiencing living life all over again.

You've got this. I'm proud of you. xx

[JLoInCali12]

So glad you’re doing better! 😊

[leanneski]

That’s amazing! So happy for you that your feeling a bit better and able to make these positive steps. Life’s tough, take the wins however small and cherish them. Hope you have a great day! 💜xx

[Pearl67]

Awesome! Inspiring! What has brought you to this wonderful place? Could use some direction. I completely understand each of us is different in our diagnosis and needs, but some things are general and each of us should be doing😊

[Agoraphobia39 in reply to Pearl67]

Pearl67, honestly when I'm feeling low I get on this site and I write about it. I also read others and try to be there for them. The best advise I got so far was to chew gum while I take my babysteps back out into the open...(outside of my home.) For some reason, my mind isn't at a constant pace if I'm chewimg gum. It seriously helps.

I also wrote in my journal at home. I wrote "God, why have you given up on me" and i know this sounds crazy, but I heard a voice in my head that said "I have never given up on you, you have given up on yourself."

I was shocked, then cried a little and realised how true that really was.

One day at a time my sweet friend. We are all in this together. Message me anytime.