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Hello everyone, so to keep it short, Ive suffered from anxiety, panic attacks and depression for over a year now, which has basically left me housebound. I was wondering if anyone has any tips to start getting out into the world again and getting over this horrible phobia. It's so frustrating, I just want my life back! Any help will be appreciated!
Thank you in advance.
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Did your docnot suggest CBT, or an anti depressant?
Did you have a trigger for the situation?
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outdoors, keep repeating the process. There is no quick fix, you have to work at it. Gradually you will work your way through it. Walk down the street, perhaps at night, what's your worst case scenario ? Staying in the house, protecting your pride, isn't going to solve anything.
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I have suffered for ten years with this, and I can tell you that you may never be completely recovered, but you CAN get better. It took me two years of trying to go around the block, to actually go around the block. Today, I can do that and much much more. This is not a sprint, it is a marathon. Do it at your own pace and don't listen to the critics. That said, you must try every day because if you never try, your world will just close up on you and it will get more difficult to try.
Always keep in mind that no one who hasn't had this disorder will EVER understand it. It makes no sense to me either, and I actually have it. So forgive everyone's ignorance and just focus on YOU going out. That's all there is to it. I'm not trying to simplify things here, but it really is that simple. You have to trust in the knowledge that there will be good days and bad days with this disorder and if you have a bad day just try again tomorrow. Good Luck
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