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Old Oct 12, 2015, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Freewilled View Post
Hi vital,

I just wanted to share that it has now been six days and I feel better than ever. I continue to use the snapping and have a respite, especially when alone. I didn't have that before because my depression had gotten so severe that even when I had the conditions for rest around me, I still felt the severe symptoms of the depression. I had no rest. That was one of the worst parts of it - not being able to escape it anywhere or at anytime. It was ever present . Now I still struggle in social situations but I can see more of the thoughts as they bombard me. These thoughts are almost like they are layered, there are so many at once. I'm hoping over time the snapping will help me overcome the social anxiety aspect of what I'm dealing with.

That's what makes this solution so amazing to me. The stark contrast between right now and six days ago is too much for coincidence.

Anyway, if I can keep checking in here I think that would be good.

Thank you,
Freewilled
Hi Freewilled,

I also found that my social anxiety only faded gradually even after I was essentially free of depression otherwise. I didn't even care much about that because it was such a HUGE relief just not to be constantly suffering. I still remember the moment when I realized that I could free myself from suffering any time I wanted to. What a moment. Like a spell being broken or like unchaining yourself after having noticed that you've been dragging around a boulder with you your whole life.

I'm looking forward to hearing from you anytime you want.

- vital
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