Breakthrough

[Cam49]

I was concerned about attending my works Christmas dinner. Anxiety was keeping me from taking a step in that direction. But, I was able to reason it out and go anyway. I suffer from GAD. I also have depression. It was the first time I could walk in to the banquet room, full of people, and join in. I had a wonderful conversation with a man at my table. No personal interest. Just a nice person to chat with. I had absolutely no anxiety and was able to enjoy and participate in all the activities! This was such an amazing experience. I’ve always been unable to look people in the eye, but I’ve been trying to change that, and have succeeded. I’m kind, trustworthy, funny, loving, and confident! I’m able to reason through the negative thoughts and move forward into the positive. God bless you all on your own journeys.

[Hidden]

That's good. I hope you keep doing well!

[Cam49 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you very much! I’ve been on a very long road with my disorder but I have found the light at the end of the tunnel.

[Hidden in reply to Cam49]

Well, I hope that it will stay that way for you.

[kenster1]

hi sounded like a good night for you in more ways than one great confidence booster for you.

[Hidden]

That is amazing! You were very brave and totally rocked it!

[Agora1]

Cam49, so proud of you. Isn't it a great feeling to be laid back and enjoy

yourself? You would never have known if you hadn't tried. Happy Days! xx

[BossMom2019]

That’s really good!! Congratulations!!!!

[Dolphin14]

Excellent I'm sure you've put a lot of work into getting this far.

What a great feeling. So happy for you.

[Chanshan]

Way to go!!! I am proud of you. Keep it going!!!

[Hidden]

Hi Cam49. That is so wonderful. It's a very big step. I am trying to control my own anxiety cause it's really making it hard for me to concentrate on anything.

Nice to hear and learn some positive tips from you.

I know I can fix my own anxiety that gave me trouble.

[Cam49]

Thank you everyone! I love all the support and love from you all.

[staggent]

That is awesome! Use that memory/experience for in the future where you might feel anxiety again about attending a social event.

[Simpsons]

Thats amazing, well done. I could really feel your sense of pride in your post and so deserved!!! It great to hear someone get the better of their emotions with positive thinking. If we just keep feeding our minds with positive thinking and understand our minds are lieing to us we can beat anxiety and depression. THANK YOU!

[Hidden]

So many company events I stayed out of or on the boundaries if mandatory. Cannot stand to be in a crowd of people; if necessary I'm on the outer limits of the crowd for an easy escape should that become an issue.

[Cam49]

It’s almost intolerable. Every day is a uncertainty of whether I can be in the right frame of mind to handle any public outing. It was the first time in 30 years that I felt strong at that Christmas party. You will have your day of amazing courage. I have felt love and real support here. It has been a Godsend. God bless.