[Onward2wards]

I'm getting into deep therapy now, I don't use meds as they have never helped much, if at all. I used to have recurrent nightmares all involving themes of being powerless or socially irrelevant. Lately something has been stirred up as I deal with my issues, and this is how I keep feeling almost all the time - powerless, irrelevant, invalid almost, in spite of plenty of evidence to the contrary. I've never felt this frustrated and alienated, even from myself.

I really need pocket riders this week as I fight this thing. I keep having to remind myself these are old fears and they're not real, but it is very hard.

[Leed]

This is ONLY because in therapy, old "stuff" has been brought up that you thought you had buried long ago -- stuff that really upset, scared, depressed, and made you feel powerless plus a myriad of other emotions. This is only temporary and you need not worry. Once you get thru this 'stuff" your therapist will have you feeliing quite well, believe me.

I remember going thru my baggage, and also all the emotions and I was scared i'd stay feeling the same forever -- but when we were done, I felt great! So don't worry. It's only temporary.

I'm glad you're in therapy. It's the best gift you can give yourself. Please keep us posted as to your progress, ok? We really DO care. Hugs, Lee

[Miswimmy1]

Wishing you luck! You can do it!

[CandleGlow]

May sound strange, but 'stop fighting' - the more we resist our feelings and emotions, the stronger the hold they have on us. Learning how to 'accept' the depression, anxiety, fear etc, really helps me to release it and let it be! Sending hugs.....