Hello Yearning,

Welcome to a great place.

I'm sorry you are struggling so much right now. I hope things get better for you soon.

Congrats on getting your license back. I agree with the other poster who suggested short trips. The library is a great idea; also a large bookstore that has a cafe where you could relax a while, or just a nice drive to some familiar places or landmarks while listening to music you enjoy. I understand how you feel agoraphobic. I moved to a new state, then lost my car almost 4 years ago and I have felt trapped to the point I don't want to go out even when I have the opportunity.

I also don't take meds for my depression but I do take Xanax sometimes for anxiety.Both the panic and anxiety and depression make me cry a lot too. Therapy helps too.

Have you registered with a temporary employment agency? So many companies use them now to do their HR work, screening applicants, that they have a lot to offer. And most don't charge the empoyee a fee; the fee is paid by the emploer. Where I work all employees are hired as temp-to-perm.

What would you describe as a normal life? Sometimes its good to think about things like that to give yourself an idea of a place to start; you can only start where you are and head in the direction you want to go. So, where would you like to go?

So glad you are here!



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