Recent Accomplishments

[Lionheart]

Because of PTSD and social phobia, I isolated myself and always felt overwhelmed in a crowd of more than 4 or 5 people, but recently, I managed to visit a place with well over *200 people! I have done this several times without any panic or anxiety attacks whatsoever. *(and I did not have to sit near the exit).:tup:

I also have travel anxiety, which is to say that I am frightened out of my mind about automobile accidents and would not ride in a car over a few miles at a time. However, once again I have overcome my anxiety and logged in over 120 miles in the past couple of days.:cool:

These may seem like minor accomplishments to some people, but for those of us with PTSD and social phobia, it means there is hope of recovery / healing and for that reason, I wanted to share my success.

I used to suffer with low self-esteem and have major panic attacks whenever I would enter a new place or meet new people, but no more. I am relaxed and comfortable with myself and for me, this represents many years of intense therapy work. I am grateful for and proud of my accomplishments and want to encourage others to stay on a healing path and not lose hope!!!

 

[CrazyHorse]

Waw, congratulations Lionheart. That is amazing, good for you :-)

 

[Barberian]

Congrats Mr. Lionheart. It's good to see you are overcoming your symptoms and PTSD isn't such a factor in your life as it used to be. You are an inspiration for others. :tup:

 

[KP the nut]

(((LH))) well done. I'm so proud of you, KP is doing a little happy dance.

 

[DMerish]

So heartwarming to read your post! Those of us with PTSD have many hurdles to face/get over, and it's nice to be a part of a community (myptsd) where we can support each other and what we've gone through. It's also refreshing and inspiring to hear about positive accomplishments! Kudos LH!!! ;)

 

[Seasounds]

Joyous success! Thanks for brightening my day! :happy:

 

[Tanishq]

Congratulations Lionheart. Minor Accomplishment = Major Accomplishment = Accomplishment. :)

 

[Britt.f7]

Those are awesome accomplishments! I'm still working on getting there. You give me hope!

 

[Abstract]

They are huge accomplishments and huge credit to you!

 

[Lionheart]

They are huge accomplishments and huge credit to you!

Thank you Abstract!!! I was just thinking that perhaps I do not give myself enough credit at times. Maybe it's time for me to stand back and take a good hard look at just how far I have come since first beginning my healing journey.

 

[Abstract]

To me having these issues and doing what you did is like climbing Mount Everest with a tree strapped to your shoulders. ;) Lap up that credit as you have earned it!

 

[p-no]

Sooooo good to hear! Congratulations!!! :tup: :happy: