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Oct 02, 2012, 05:10 PM
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Hello
I'm 37, single and have been battling depression for about 12 years. This is my first time in a forum like this. I'm reaching out because I am tired of living a life based on fear and I want to change. But I don't know how. I hope through this community, I can learn how to manage my anxiety, recognize when I'm going downhill and do something about it. I would love to hear how you all cope and I hope to be inspired by it. |
 alone in the world, Anonymous32514, Snowy83
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Oct 02, 2012, 09:58 PM
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Hello & Welcome, ZanaDee!
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My dog  mastered the "fetch" command. He would communicate he wanted something, and I would fetch it.
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Oct 03, 2012, 12:08 AM
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I'm happy to see that you are planning on a future and working on making it a good one. This is the first step in that direction. We can all relate and will help and support you while you work things out.
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Oct 03, 2012, 12:34 AM
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Have you tried therapy yet? to delve into the root cause of why you do what you do. That is so important. I self-sabotage too. I know why I do it. because of guilt and low self-esteem. I am still working on myself but I plan to try to be more self-aware of my psyche and my actions and to catch myself before I do it and to (try to
 ) replace it with more self-care thoughts. Might that work for you too? I hope so. I'm so glad you are reaching out. Welcome to PC.
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Oct 03, 2012, 02:52 AM
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I have to agree with Terry. Therapy has been the answer for me too. Guilt and low-self esteem are my problems too, but self awareness is the key.
Call your medical doctor and get a referral to a good therapist and get in as soon as possible. You won't regret it. It will be the beginning of a new life for you free of fear and anxiety! God bless and please take care. Hugs, Lee 
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Oct 03, 2012, 11:09 AM
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Welcome to PC!!! Hope you will feel better and less lonely after reading posts on here, because that's how I feel
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#7
Oct 03, 2012, 10:47 PM
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Hi ZanaDee. I love your subject line "Hello, My name is self sabotage". I could really relate. I've been a member of this site for almost two months and it has been a real sanctuary for me. Lots of information and supportive people. It's a place I know is safe to go to at the end of the day no matter how bad the day has been.
I hope you find the comfort here as well. Best Wishes. 
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Oct 04, 2012, 02:58 AM
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Welcome, I am right there with you on this one! Think we need to value ourselves a bit more. We are worth it! Sometimes I think I tend to over think things. I have a hard time relaxing and being kind to myself. I am great with others but so damn hard on myself. Time to give myself a break instead of everyone else. I wish you well!
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