Im actually in a crowded hall, not likng it much............

[Pickle165]

Gone to watch my neice in a play, ive opted for standing up the back near the door. My vision isnt great but I no I can get out qick if I need to. Why do I not feel proud of these moments?

[fadedlizard]

You're there Sam, you're in the room and she'll just be so happy you came. Try to relax a little and don't worry if you have to go in and out a few times. You've got in. What an achievement. I'll be thinking of you.xxx

[Pickle165 in reply to fadedlizard]

Thank you, it was really nice to get your message when i was in there. couldnt wait to get home tho. x

[Hidden]

Exactly what Lizard says , you are there thats the main thing & well done you

I no what you mean , I have to go & watch my Grandaughter dance in a few months & already wondering how I will cope , but I will think of you & the fact you did it & it will spur me on , so thank you for sharing

We are all with you hun , in our thoughts

Love

whywhy

xxx

[Pickle165 in reply to Hidden]

if i can do it anyone can! thank you for the support and im sure you will also be fine. really tierd to day tho. x

[Hidden in reply to Pickle165]

Its a pleasure Sam , I will bear that in mind & think of you when its my turn

You will feel tired as we use so much nervous energy , but hope you are feeling proud of yourself as well

xxxx

[agora]

A massive accomplishment Sam! Be proud of yourself. Feeling 'uncomfortable' in a situation but staying there is so important in recovery.

Last week my mum and I planned to meet friends in a local greasy spoon (we live together). I was getting ready and looking foward to gaoing then all of a sudden felt very peculiar and anxious (I'd recently doubled my Venlafaxine dose, which didn't help). The cafe is only a short distance away so it was sensible that we travel in the same car but I preferred to travel separately so I could leave if I felt anxious without inconveniencing my mum and friends if I had to leave urgently. It would've been so easy for me to stay at home but I wanted to see my friends. I felt awful in the cafe, terrible shaking, paranoia, pressure in my head so bad I thought I'd have a stroke......but I stayed, and the symptoms subsided.

[Pickle165 in reply to agora]

i went with my mum and sister but didnt sit with them as it was way to crowded for me up the front so i feel a bit of a chicken really. i live with my mum and find her a huge support. thats for your reply. x

[agora in reply to Pickle165]

But you got there, as I did. I would have done exactly the same as you, near the door. At least you were there to enjoy it.

[Hidden]

Hi Sam

It s such a great news!I m so happy for you..it really make my day..

I do that all the time next to the door is a must..u wi get better and better!

Lots of love

Train

[Pickle165 in reply to Hidden]

thank you so much, how are you getting on? x

[Hidden]

Hi Sam

Still working on it !Lol !

[Hidden]

I moved little further down the door..even though it depend by the situations..sometimes If I feel more confident or if I m very scared..

[Pickle165 in reply to Hidden]

i know what you mean, i kinda give away how im feeling by where i am in the room.x