Comments on: Yes, I’d like some cheese with my whine. Preferably gouda.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:04:21 +0000

I’m so sorry you are dealing with this! My oldest son suffers terribly from anxiety and it is so hard to watch him try to deal with it. A couple of recommendations – I am reading a great book right now called Dance with Fear and it is really helping me come up with ideas to help him. My other idea is to try to have a very consistent schedule in all the areas you can control right now. Having a routine will help deal with the changes. I know my son struggles the most when there are what-ifs looming on the horizon. The more consistent we are with regular stuff, the better he handles it. It must be so hard. Good luck!

By: Kacie

Kacie — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:15:40 +0000

Oh, my friend. Hugs!

What you’re feeling sounds pretty darn normal to me. Moving cross-country is one of life’s biggest stressors! Especially since there’s still so many unknowns with regard to employment and such. You are normal to be feeling anxious about so many changes.

After I moved to Pgh, I joined a “just moved” group. We read a book called “Moving on after moving in” and one of the ideas in the book was to keep your routine (going to the gym on certain days, etc.) as soon as you move.

So maybe look to see if your gym membership transfers or if you can join one right away once you move. The familiarity of a workout plus the health benefits will feel great!

I am so glad that you are hiring people to help load your truck. What a weight off your shoulders! lololz.

Keep focusing on the big picture. Your move is a great thing. You have family and friends who love and care about you and who will see you through this.

You can do it!
.-= Kacie´s last blog ..Looking back on 2009 goals (before I forget!) =-.

By: Sarah F

Sarah F — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:23:06 +0000

I know exactly how disruptive anxiety can be to one’s life. During college, I had a debilitating bout of anxiety that was so bad, I almost dropped out. After passing out during a panic attack, I sought help via a counselor at my university. Later, I discovered that my school had a clinic that specialized in anxiety disorders. There, I worked on controlling the anxiety by learning relaxation techniques like breathing and “rewriting” that looping “tape” of anxiety inducing thoughts through cognitive behavioral exercises. I owe my being able to get through my last two years of schooling and finally graduating to the help that I received via that clinic. I was never on medication (personal choice), but have read that the combination of meds and cognitive behavioral therapy can be very effective.

You’re right, getting there is the hard part. You ARE strong enough!

By: M

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:00:58 +0000

I have never experienced this, but you are very brave to put this out there! Sounds like you have good support and one foot in front of the other. You will be stronger on the other side.

By: Jill

Jill — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:28:04 +0000

I've definitely been there. I wish I had some magic formula to make it better, but unfortunately I do not. One thing I have found helpful is to write down my worries/fears...accompanied by what *I* can do about the situation. Sort of like "if...then" statements. .-= Jill´s last blog ..Ten on Tuesday (v.6) =-.

By: Mrs. Money

Mrs. Money — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:42:53 +0000

AND OMG look at my last blog post in reference to your title!! I wrote that in regards to me, not you. :) .-= Mrs. Money´s last blog ..Stop Whining, Start Doing Something! =-.

By: Mrs. Money

Mrs. Money — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:42:00 +0000

((HUGS)) I'm here if you ever want to talk. Seriously. I know what you go through. .-= Mrs. Money´s last blog ..Stop Whining, Start Doing Something! =-.