Cruising

[jodary]

Hi

Has anyone been on a longish cruise ? I have 4 weeks to go and my anxiety is rising . I have done one in the past but was at quite a good place anxiety wise . This latest episode started a few weeks ago and now I feel panicky at the thought . I don’t think I’m afraid of the cruise having done it before last year but more afraid of feeling like this and being a long way from home and not being able to cope .

[Relaxdude]

how long is the cruise and are you with family and friends? Fear is horrible and I feel for you. Would it help to try and think of a nice and relaxing thing to de each day and then take a day at a time. Thinking of the whole length in one go can be negative.

[jodary in reply to Relaxdude]

Hi thanks for replying. It’s 35 nights !

[Relaxdude in reply to jodary]

Gosh, I hope you are with family and friends, sounds like you would have an excellent time.😀

[jodary in reply to Relaxdude]

Just my husband I think it’s possibly the lack of control and being so far away from home.

[Relaxdude in reply to jodary]

Try and think of something positive to do every day. The idea of waving goodbye to anxiety as you leave the port is a really good one.

[Pandajill]

while I’ve never cruised for that length of time I can tell you I was anxious before mine. It turned out to be one of my best weeks. I felt happy, relaxed and great. Think about the fact that you are traveling WITH a medical facility. Get important fresh air and sunshine. Keep busy and really savor in being in new places. You will have a wonderful trip. You will!

[jodary in reply to Pandajill]

Oh thanks hope so . Am worried will have a panic attack when it leaves.

[Pandajill]

try to look at it differently. When the ship leaves, think of waving goodbye to your anxieties and embarking on a few weeks of change and peace. No cleaning or cooking. Think of it as therapy instead.

[jodary in reply to Pandajill]

Now that’s a really good idea ! Anxiety is always thinking negatively. I suppose