Yes, it is very possible as long as you allow yourself to do so. It is important to realize that it controls you, rather than you controlling it...THAT IS HUGE!. I think it is often times easier to dress to hide, and lie to redirect peoples questions and concerns...but it is not the only way out. There is a way out, and that light is closer than you think!
I still have thoughts, but it has become easier to avoid them. If you want you can PM me.