Getting vaccine today

[Gillyflower18]

I know I have to do this. It’s the only real hope for moving beyond this virus. But having to do it also sparks off my anxiety and depression. This last year has been hard on both. Started out 2020 in the hospital for clinical depression and I’ve been working on it and the anxiety issues ever since with my therapist. Still it’s very hard. I have the unholy connected three anxiety,depression and ibs. Couple that with what drs have suspected is a mild case of fibro and severe foot pain and you know where I’m at.

[Gillyflower18]

Sorry I hit the print button by mistake. I live by myself which doesn’t help with little real support from anyone. The only good thing is I go back to work for the season Monday. Work usually helps me. I guess I’m just looking for encouragement and understanding from people who know what it’s like

[Hidden]

When you get back, come back here and celebrate with us! I know anxiety makes that hard to do... I'm excited for my friends who can get it... still waiting my turn here, but happy for those who need it more to get it. (My anxiety is around the dentist, usually, so that's the common thread :))

[Gillyflower18 in reply to Hidden]

Got it with no problems. Went grocery shopping afterwards. Hope the second one is like that too.

[Hidden in reply to Gillyflower18]

so happy for you.

[Gillyflower18 in reply to Hidden]

Took about 10 minutes to get shot and 15 minute sit to make sure no reactions. Out in about half an hour. Very well organized. Our city fire paramedics we’re giving the shots. A really friendly bunch!

[FifLove in reply to Gillyflower18]

Supposed to get my first next week and have anxiety over it as well

[Shnookie in reply to FifLove]

Hi. It’s Shnookie from Los Angeles. Got my vaccination - first on Thursday afternoon. Everything went. The whole process with waiting on line getting shot and being monitored was 1 hour. Might take U a little longer depending upon where U have it done. I’m doing OK went shopping for food today the bank and a few other errands. Might have a tender arm at the place of vaccination but that decreases greatly in a day or 2 most. The health care providers who took care of were very nice and professional. I’m here 4 U Hugs 🤗 Shnookie

[Hidden]

Hi Gillyflower18 felt I had to reply as I recognised myself as I read your post. I'm alone too, with IBS, (health) Anxiety, and since lockdown some depression too. When I'm feeling ill I also miss not having someone beside me for support, this can make me feel sorry for myself and weepy. I was referred the other day for CBT therapy which I'm pleased about, but don't know how long I'll have to wait, (NHS) but it's a step towards recovery isn't it? I was nervous about getting my jab a month ago, but it was made so easy by all concerned at my local Centre. I hope you soon start to feel better and that getting back to work will be a good thing. I'm 71 so retired but always trying to find nice things to do to keep my head busy and my heart happy. Keep your pecker up, just wanted you to know you're not on your own, good luck. X