tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post2447736570662055716..comments2024-03-27T05:15:09.862-04:00Comments on One Haute Mommy: A different side of me: Anxiety 411Kathleenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05189762198659562873noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-74230809687833828132011-05-22T01:53:30.165-04:002011-05-22T01:53:30.165-04:00I commend you on your courage. I have disscused my...I commend you on your courage. I have disscused my anxiety disorder online before, though I don't think I'd feel comfortable doing it as openly as you have. Panic attacks can be very crippling for people who suffer from them regularly. I am currently searching for the right counseler to help me. I'm assuming the people who say "just get over it" have never had this problem. All I can say is hang in there, the correct combination of medication, supplements, relaxation techniques, and counselng can free you from this terrible curse. I hope you find peace and happiness on your journey forward! :o)<br /><br /> - MattShadowdancerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18174445486113475321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-44738690237055052472011-01-18T10:21:30.271-05:002011-01-18T10:21:30.271-05:00Thank you for sharing this and it is nothing to be...Thank you for sharing this and it is nothing to be embarrassed about!Krysten @ Why Girls Are Weirdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07290616156300143483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-41658431910964370042011-01-17T06:51:46.577-05:002011-01-17T06:51:46.577-05:00Thanks for sharing. This is definitely nothing to ...Thanks for sharing. This is definitely nothing to be embarassed about. My son is 11 and I believe he has a lot more anxiety and worry than most kids his age so this may be something my family and I have to deal with in the future. My boyfriend worries constantly and I try to be patient and understanding but sometimes I just tell him to quit worrying so much and it's impossible and only makes him sick to his stomach and upset so you are not alone in this!Angie Baileyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02725057562995414202noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-11046940714674699102011-01-13T16:27:16.078-05:002011-01-13T16:27:16.078-05:00it's always nice to feel like you are honest w...it's always nice to feel like you are honest with yourself.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-50465832574685962292011-01-12T18:52:00.276-05:002011-01-12T18:52:00.276-05:00The very first time l experienced a panic attack w...The very first time l experienced a panic attack was at the Calgary Airport on my way to Frankfurt, Germany. Everything you described happened to me. I thought l was having a heart attack. It was extremely scary and l had no idea what was happening to me. My husband managed to help me control the situation. You just never know when they are going to happen. I personally think is caused by what we ingest. I am a vegan and l try to eat organic and more raw if possible. I do not have the attacks very often now. I chose not to go on any medication because they too are a toxin to the body... this is my personal opinion. Thanks for sharing your story and l hope all will work out great for you.Pip444https://www.blogger.com/profile/11989989410294859495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-17817563125447145012011-01-12T11:33:40.880-05:002011-01-12T11:33:40.880-05:00Looks like you are not alone, I also do not drive ...Looks like you are not alone, I also do not drive outside of my 'knowing' which is about 5 miles from my house and it does suck big time- before having panic attacks i would drive 2 hours away-just to see what other cities had- you know- different shopping malls and etc. Now i have kids and i cant take them places that i want to- i want them to see the world and alot of the times my husband doesnt want to go, it makes me sad taht i cant take them- ugh..i know how frustrating it is. But you did say- you drive when someone else is in the car- make sure you keep doing that..otherwise you will wake up one day and wont be able to do that either. The one thing i worry about most is- what if my husband has a car problem and i cant go get him- its very upsetting to think about that...i used to go to counseling too- but then we moved and there isnt one close to my house and i hate asking my husband to take me places- i dont want to be a burden on him- guess i could go on and on but you already know...<br />thanks for sharing<br />tcogbill at live dot comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-59404284947748170332011-01-12T00:10:50.630-05:002011-01-12T00:10:50.630-05:00PS: Your children are beautiful! I know you must b...PS: Your children are beautiful! I know you must be SO proud of them! And your fiancé is very handsome and looks very nice. :)Sherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15711226853238590250noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-60260432546284592562011-01-12T00:07:24.092-05:002011-01-12T00:07:24.092-05:00Thank you for sharing. I'm sorry that you have...Thank you for sharing. I'm sorry that you have to struggle with this condition. I had these same feelings that you listed when my father was dying of cancer a few years ago. I was my mother's caregiver and my father's too when he was not in the hospital. It was extremely stressful and frightening. I felt very alone. I gradually improved, but continued to have ups and downs the past four years since my father's death as I continued to be my mother's caregiver until last year. My mother died Nov. 23rd.<br />I also have a good friend who struggles with everything you described. She has gone for counseling and takes prescription medications. I have not taken medications, but I see nothing wrong with it. I came close a couple of times to asking my doctor for something. Mainly I made it by taking one day at a time, sometimes just one hour at a time.<br />So Kathleen, I very much understand what you are going through. I have been there and still are sometimes as I grieve my mother's death. And I hear yup about people that don't get it and think you can just get over it. (((hugs)))Sherylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15711226853238590250noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-49282910312231603872011-01-11T18:58:45.540-05:002011-01-11T18:58:45.540-05:00Just ran across your blog thru Angie. I also have ...Just ran across your blog thru Angie. I also have GAD, which I take medication for. It's nothing to be embarrassed of; it is a disease just like anything else. Talking about what you go through will really help you in your recovery and show people that there shouldn't be a stigma attached to mental disorders/diseases. I finally got to a point in my life where I've accepted the medication and I've accepted the ups and downs and I take them as they come. <br />I actually just wrote a post yesterday about my struggles with PPD and GAD, all related to my mom's bipolar disorder. And you're always free to send me a message with any questions.<br />http://mommyslittlemonsterblake.blogspot.com/Carrihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14763245681154004567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-15536551925616794102011-01-11T17:55:12.220-05:002011-01-11T17:55:12.220-05:00Hi there Sparkley, I have a client/friend that has...Hi there Sparkley, I have a client/friend that has the same disorder, I don't want to call it illness, I don't like the definition that's attached to the word. Anyway, you will be OK. Positive think has so much power! Baby steps everyday and you move forward with ease. Your obviously doing a great job! Really cute kids and I think your baby is one of the cutiest babies I've ever seen! Take care!jacqgrifhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07568592021934420183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-39663294370494891922011-01-11T17:28:19.067-05:002011-01-11T17:28:19.067-05:00I also think it is great that you shared this with...I also think it is great that you shared this with us! I believe many women suffer from similar problems to varying degrees. I know I have a lot of stress and I worry too much. I have panic attacks and they are awful. Coping with it has not been easy. I can totally relate to you how awful it is. I don't know why, but our society makes us feel we should never discuss it; that it is a secret. I think it is a mistake to not to discuss it. And I think we would find that more women than not suffer from the same or similar conditions. You are such a sweet person and I am glad that we found each other on twitter :)! I love your pictures and you have a beautiful family! Thanks again, RochelleFlowerghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00212098581485371349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-73154731152557737162011-01-11T13:45:57.470-05:002011-01-11T13:45:57.470-05:00Believe me I can relate but in a smaller way.
I wo...Believe me I can relate but in a smaller way.<br />I worry and sometimes feel anxious too.<br />Thanks for sharing, it opens the door for others to realize they are not alone in their feelings and may prompt them to seek help for their condition too! There is a natural homeopathic product called "Rescue Remedy" from Health Food Store that may help some folks cope with feelings of stress/anxiety too. ☺Tooth Fairyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15607671009441890096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-58224693683815569582011-01-11T12:03:23.402-05:002011-01-11T12:03:23.402-05:00Wow! *hugs* You are once brave and amazing women. ...Wow! *hugs* You are once brave and amazing women. I want you to know the more I have gotten to know you on twitter the more I just love you. Please know you wonderful you are, know that I am here for you no matter what. Thank you for sharing this. *hugs*Stephen and Amanda O'Dair bloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00000728360292972475noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-39422754191739945482011-01-11T11:46:35.524-05:002011-01-11T11:46:35.524-05:00Great Post. I don't know anyone with this, but...Great Post. I don't know anyone with this, but I am positive there are people out there feeling the same way as you do. Embarrassed by it all. This gives them hope to also come out and talk about it. It takes courage to come out and talk about it without feeling people will judge you or say, just get over it! Take care sweetie!HedgeHogihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08303951359578478185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-45532317849561022642011-01-11T11:35:33.868-05:002011-01-11T11:35:33.868-05:00Thank you for sharing. I have a friend who suffers...Thank you for sharing. I have a friend who suffers with the same disorder. It was terrible for her, trying to hold a job and care for her children when she feared having an attack at any moment. I would love to say it gets better but instead I'll tell you to keep using your meds as needed and hopefully there will be longer periods without attacks.<br />Take care of yourself sweety.Tyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02614229023512019006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-9870442968111331982011-01-11T11:31:25.902-05:002011-01-11T11:31:25.902-05:00That sounds just awful, I can't imagine what i...That sounds just awful, I can't imagine what it must be like to suffer from this. I had never heard of this disorder. Thanks for writing about it and maybe someone will read this and recognize the symptoms and get help. Very courageous of you. You are so pretty and have such a beautiful family, my heart goes out to you! <3Sidney Cookhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06394833070736433942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-87872310104740451462011-01-11T11:13:49.227-05:002011-01-11T11:13:49.227-05:00Hi Kathleen, Your children and you are just beauti...Hi Kathleen, Your children and you are just beautiful! I have to say my mom to this day doesn't drive in fear of panic attacks she had when we were small. She is fine now but still haunts her as far as driving, elevators, big open spaces ect. Myself when my dad passed away in 1999 I had tried to stay strong and built up a terrible sense of depression and was at the point of crying all the time and had to be home because I would have a panic attack everytime I went out. Even if it was just to my moms house. I had so many I thought I was going crazy and could not control my own self. I had gone to the emergency room a couple times freaking out. they would check everything and give me a pill to calm myself down from panicing. My doctor tried different medicines for me and finally Paxil now the generic paxatine worked wonders for me. I was on 25 mg a day at first and now I am on 12.5 a day for the last 10 yrs. I wanted to go off of it because I have been great for many years now and he said if it is working and not hurting you cuz of the low dosage he wants me to just stay on it so i do. I also took clonaspam something like that. I still take that if I feel myself getting to nervous. It has been a good 9 years since I have had a panic attack and I dont' wish that on anyone. I know exactly what you are going through and I truely wish you the best. ((hugs)))ladylisa1https://www.blogger.com/profile/10419034623369033960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1485283064343263407.post-54524531347728665802011-01-11T11:02:11.963-05:002011-01-11T11:02:11.963-05:00I think that it is great that you are sharing this...I think that it is great that you are sharing this, and it must be a great weight lifted off of you!Cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12614960130477978933noreply@blogger.com