tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post2693679289589437131..comments2023-10-22T11:56:34.533+01:00Comments on the Bluebird & the Robin : Anxiety Diaries | A year on Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-20009847132007403372013-09-19T14:36:32.299+01:002013-09-19T14:36:32.299+01:00Thanks so much Emily :) I hold the quote close to ...Thanks so much Emily :) I hold the quote close to my heart and it gives me courage on days where I feel very anxious and upset. I firmly believe now that if you believe in your dreams you can make them happen! And I believe following your dreams plays such a large part in peace of mind and lessening anxiety. I know it isn't easy but I'm going by the 'one day at a time' mantra! Good luck on your path!xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-79737813346256981122013-09-19T14:34:23.985+01:002013-09-19T14:34:23.985+01:00I'm sorry to hear you left your college course...I'm sorry to hear you left your college course, although I'm also doing online learning and it ended up being the best decision I ever made! I'm studying for an English degree with the Open University and I love how flexible it is. If you enjoy online learning don't let anyone tell you it's inferior in any way! Although at times I do wish I had a wider circle of 'uni' friends, but the year I spent at a traditional uni was one of my most miserable and I was extremely anxious. Sometimes I wonder what it would be like if I could go back with the skills I've now learned through CBT, but the past is the past and I'm determined to finish up my degree online now :)<br /><br />I know what you mean about wanting a job for independence and money, I'm really struggling at the moment with having little spending money as it means I'm more isolated. I'd love to be able to go out and about more during the week but even a bus pass is so expensive! I feel huge pressure from myself when I'm working to meet the requirements of the role and as a result I spend my whole time trying to figure out an escape route, which is exhausting. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is really helping me with these feelings and thought patterns though, and I no longer believe I will think in this way forever. I'd really recommend it xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-28404723486693005882013-09-19T14:28:08.927+01:002013-09-19T14:28:08.927+01:00Thank you so much for sharing your story, Ashesela...Thank you so much for sharing your story, Ashesela. It sounds like you've been through such a difficult time, but it seems like you're making great progress. Following your dream is definitely something to be encouraged, regardless of whether others approve. It's your dream after all! While my anxiety often triggers without an obvious reason I have no doubt that the overall main trigger initially was that I didn't feel able to be true to myself and follow my dream. Isn't it amazing that that can make you so ill? I'm making it my mission to do everything in my power to go right on ahead and make my dreams come true!xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-30400875142072060942013-09-19T14:25:26.825+01:002013-09-19T14:25:26.825+01:00Thanks Katie, that's so kind of you :) I'l...Thanks Katie, that's so kind of you :) I'll pop on over and check it out xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-77242811923329841632013-09-19T14:25:04.538+01:002013-09-19T14:25:04.538+01:00Thanks so much Liesa! That really means a lot to m...Thanks so much Liesa! That really means a lot to me :) It's always such a boost to hear that someone is proud of you, especially when it feels like you haven't been accomplishing much. I guess I should be a little easier on myself! <br /><br />Definitely one of my favourite quotes, I think I might write it on a post-it note and stick it to my mirror to remind me every morning!xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-79203911558457978522013-09-19T14:23:53.374+01:002013-09-19T14:23:53.374+01:00Thank you so much Georgina, your kind words have g...Thank you so much Georgina, your kind words have given me a real boost. Isn't it brilliant to realise you're not alone? It's still a tough journey but it feels so much worse when it seems as if you're the only one who understands. I'm so glad you feel in a better place now, that's great news and very encouraging :) xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-16172711482181718122013-09-19T14:22:25.610+01:002013-09-19T14:22:25.610+01:00The period where I was desperate for a sign was ho...The period where I was desperate for a sign was horrible, I felt so hopeless and lost. I do believe that I already knew the answer to my question, though, deep down. It just felt so difficult to align myself with what I wanted to do but was scared of doing. One step at a time though! We really can all follow our dreams and start to fight back against anxiety. <br /><br />I hate it when I slip into feeling useless and like I'm not really contributing much. This week I've been slaving away at the stove (!) and cooking lots of healthy meals, and although I don't love cooking as such, it feels quite relaxing and mindful, and it makes me feel like I'm doing something worthwhile for my fiance as well. He never makes me feel worthless at all but it can be hard when I think it anyway. Wishing you best wishes on your journey, it will get better xxxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-23319140739328015522013-09-19T14:18:30.174+01:002013-09-19T14:18:30.174+01:00It makes me feel so much better to know that other...It makes me feel so much better to know that other people can relate, and that my writing has helped you. Thank you so much for your good luck wishes, I'm eagerly awaiting the next adventure! Who knows where I might be in a year's time!xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05890983782075642446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-15823118473518152102013-09-15T20:44:34.890+01:002013-09-15T20:44:34.890+01:00I've just come across your blog right now and ...I've just come across your blog right now and wow, am I inspired. This post was absolutely beautiful - my best friend has had social anxiety for years, and I myself have had many moments of excruciating anxiety through hard times of my life, so can definitely relate here. <br /><br />I really agree with the quote though, and this whole post has given me a fresh perspective and motivation to go after the dreams that scare me :-) thank you!<br /><br />emiliciastyle.blogspot.co.ukEmilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10046451657903803282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-47571455821353452152013-09-15T20:30:13.946+01:002013-09-15T20:30:13.946+01:00I can relate to this so much! I quit college after...I can relate to this so much! I quit college after a day last week and I'm now doing online learning. Wanting a job is one of the biggest things I want! Having no money and no independence is really getting me down. I want a job but don't want to have to leave or quit as I never think people understand and I'd be disappointing people and also for not being responsible for what I've said I'd do in that job. <br />Thank you for sharing your experiences :)<br />Sarah xxx<br /><br /><a href="http://xsarahspeaksx.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow">-Sarah Speaks</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00727127686731051020noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-30642303241856475342013-09-15T14:47:10.461+01:002013-09-15T14:47:10.461+01:00Oh anxiety, how much I hate you. I've had anx...Oh anxiety, how much I hate you. I've had anxiety since about grade 5 (and I am 28 now). I've been in the same boat as you, where I had to leave work because of it (and at the time I developed a case of agoraphobia and could barely leave my apartment, and I could not be left alone. If I was alone in a room I would start having panic attacks). I am still in treatment, for both generalized anxiety disorder as well as panic disorder, which got so extreme that it gave me paranoid delusions. I hate psychosis! I am glad that you are getting treatment and are feeling better!! :D I fully agree that one should follow their dreams to be truly happy. <3<br />I just found your blog and am a new follower! :D<br />www.artevolve.blogspot.caAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-44328454627790483472013-09-14T22:56:02.066+01:002013-09-14T22:56:02.066+01:00Hiya! Loving your blog, so I've chosen to nomi...Hiya! Loving your blog, so I've chosen to nominate you for a Liebster award! Find out more by following the link to my blog post about it :) <br /><br />http://glowandbeholdbeauty.blogspot.co.uk/2013/09/liebster-blog-award.htmlAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01876409092609500986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-43997380505006578032013-09-14T14:50:24.440+01:002013-09-14T14:50:24.440+01:00Love that quote! Really makes you think, doesn'...Love that quote! Really makes you think, doesn't it? Also love these Anxiety Diaries and I'm super proud of how far you've come! xxLiesahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10071423606679207894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-35431121606881486592013-09-14T14:31:31.761+01:002013-09-14T14:31:31.761+01:00I feel really grateful that I have stumbled upon y...I feel really grateful that I have stumbled upon your blog and your anxiety diaries. I understand every single part of what you have been through as the past two years for me have been unbelievably similar. Like you I feel like I am in a better place now and I am glad that you are able to share it with others..<br /><br />xxxxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00012107205448634117noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-38538913154717993132013-09-14T14:23:38.835+01:002013-09-14T14:23:38.835+01:00Lovely post. I can relate to it so much. I know wh...Lovely post. I can relate to it so much. I know what you mean about begging for some sort of sign as I, myself, have been there. I also know what you mean about if you're not working how are you contributing to your future and relationship. Often I find myself feeling useless about not having a lot to contribute to the future ith my other half. I just have to hope it gets better.<br /><br />Debi x<br />http://dibdabdebs.blogspot.co.ukDebihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02079533119578237888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2621558817165939731.post-8832132849936369892013-09-14T14:04:27.851+01:002013-09-14T14:04:27.851+01:00Imogen, I love your anxiety diaries so much. I can...Imogen, I love your anxiety diaries so much. I can see so much of myself and my own anxiety issues, in your writing and they really help me an immense amount. Very inspirational and such a strong message throughout, good luck with wherever your life takes you! Embrace the adventures xxxxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10377130706359523547noreply@blogger.com