I’m brand new to this site. I’ve always dealt with generalized anxiety and depression. A couple months ago, though, I’ve started getting panic attacks. They have gotten so bad that I am nearly agoraphobic. (Luckily I work from home.) I have an amazing husband but I worry that I am too much of a burden on him. I’m also frustrated with my slow progress in therapy.
Thank you for letting me vent. I appreciate hearing from anyone with similar experiences.
Hi Katie 512 and Welcome 
I can relate. At one time my anxiety got so overwhelming that I starting
getting panic attacks. I know now that it was the first step towards
Agoraphobia. Once our life feels out of control, our minds feed us lies
making us afraid of everything. I retreated and became agoraphobic
for 5 years. But during that time, I found out a lot about myself and the
power that I had within me. It didn't come easy, it was a step by step progress.
Between medication and much therapy as well as working on myself, I got
control back of my life. There are tools that we all can adapt to that help
us move forward. For me, it was doing Meditation and DeepBreathing several
times a day. Keeping my mind focused on positive things and being in the moment.
It's work and it takes time but so worth it Katie. I'm free once more. My house is no
longer my safety zone. My safe spot is within me through deep breathing I am able
to reduce stress, adrenaline and any fear. It is with me all the time and is free and
best of all it works. I'm glad to meet you Katie, looking forward to you meeting
the amazing people who make up this forum. xx
Hi Katie...this is a great place to come and talk to people who understand. I deal with panic attacks and anxiety and the last year it has kept me at home more. I do not have the level of agoraphobia but I have horrible social anxiety to the point where trips to the store cause panic attacks so I end up alienating myself a lot. That is great you have some who is supportive and I don't think he would think you are a burden. Nobody chooses anxiety, depression or any of the other things we deal with. Being willing to talk is a good thing and seeking out others. That's what brought me here. I didn't/don't really have anyone in my life who understands but everyone here has been wonderful so far.
Thank you so much for your reply. I’m having a really rough evening and dealing with the “why did this happen to me” thoughts. It’s so nice to know that I’m not alone.
Oh you are definitely NOT ALONE. I go through that so often...lately it has been a combination of that and I will be single forever because who will want to deal with all of this...we are so hard on ourselves. In the moments of going through it, it does feel like we are so alone but we aren't. I have only been on these boards since February but there are some truly wonderful and kind people here dealing with the same things we are! I truly believe things will get better. I hope your evening gets better!!
You aren’t alone. And we will get through this. Together.
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