Saturday, January 17, 2009

Feeling 'stuck'

I feel "stuck." I'm highly motivated to live a less anxious life, and I'm taking steps to do so: seeing a counselor, using flashcards, writing this blog. Yet my anxiety is not decreasing as rapidly as I would like. I want anxiety to stop now, and I want to feel better immediately.

However, I must remember that these problems didn't develop overnight, and they're not going to disappear that quickly either. Overcoming anxiety is a day-by-day journey, and every step down the path to a less anxious life puts me another foot closer to that goal.

3 comments:

Blogger with Ocd said...

I hear ya. I want things to change on MY schedule, but I have to face the reality that I am who I am. Anxiety is a daily struggle for me.

One word of caution: don't harbor feelings of frustration at the speed you're recovering. It will only make you feel worse!

www.itsmewithocd.blogspot.com

Doug said...

Thanks for sharing. That is good advice!

Anonymous said...

I'm in the same boat. I have always thought that this could never happen to me. Now, I'm just starting my therapy and I want it to go away now. I can't stand not being in control of this anxiety. I know it's a daily process and as long as I have faith I can beat it and become healthier. Good luck to you!