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scared about a day out

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Weeasy
Weeasy

Hi guys me again.. sorry lol. I'm on 50mg sertraline a day (day 9). Had a couple of good days and now feel horrible again. I can't be anywhere busy or enclosed and don't feel myself when I'm out and about. I rarely leave the house now because it makes me feel lightheaded and hot. I'm supposed to be going on a day out at the weekend with my dad and my brother and I'm absolutely petrified. I don't know how I'm going to cope. Perhaps taking my diazepam as well as the sertraline? Anyone got any advice? sad

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  • Blu02
    Blu02 Weeasy

    Posted

    Hi Weeasy, it'll do you good to get out for some fresh air and hopefully the sun will shine too!

    I'm sure your dad will understand if you mention your concerns and will make sure you will be able to cope..

    Go on, go for it..... 😃😃😃

  • lina1357
    lina1357 Weeasy

    Posted

    Hi Weeasy,

    Here we all feel same so do not afraid go for it, fight for it

  • john51151
    john51151 Weeasy

    Posted

    hi weeasy i am on week 5 of sertraline i went out yesterday felt terrible at first but a felt better for it later hope this is of help to you.
  • Digsby
    Digsby Weeasy

    Posted

    Hi buddy,

    Let us know how you have got on this weekend. Sounds like a family outing is just the thing to ease you back into the outside world. But don't put too much pressure on yourself too soon - one step at a time until you feel your natural self-confidence returning.

    Good luck!

    Digsby

    x

    • Weeasy
      Weeasy Digsby

      Posted

      Thanks a lot! On Saturday I was feeling good so ventured out. We just went shopping but it was a big step for me. Last time I was there I had an anxiety attack and stayed in the car. Was a really good day!. Felt good as well today so went out for dinner. Also a big step for me. This time last week I wouldn't have left my bed. Good weekend was had 😃
    • Digsby
      Digsby Weeasy

      Posted

      Great to hear buddy! Well done. Now you know what you can achieve. Just need to hold on to the good memories & self-belief the next time anxiety or negative thoughts and feelings strike. Hope the bad vibes stay away for a long time to come though. Keep taking one day at a time. You're doing great!! :-)

      Digsby

      x

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