Change = Anxiety

[71nothing]

Is anybody else having a hard time adjusting to the new format of this site? I've been unable to get beyond signing in since the new format showed up weeks ago.

I've decided that I just need to approach this like any other anxiety and do daily "exposures" to it until I'm feeling OK with it again. I know there is nothing wrong with the new format. It's just different and I like to be in control of changes.

I really need the support and comraderie that the site offers so hopefully I can get past this!

 

[p-no]

It bothered me at the beginning, because I didn't find what I was looking for the ways I used to. It's like my brain establishes new routines immediately, and if those are changed it's getting difficult.

I think you're doing the right thing for yourself by exposing yourself to this and finding a new way to be on her comfortably. The forum is really like any place in the real world, there are rules, they change, the facade may be repainted in a different color, etc.

Good luck with finding your new "normal" on here!

 

[maddog]

Oh absolutely, I figured it was only me... which is a very typical cognitive distortion of mine! I use a screenreader and sometimes even subtle changes, including those which are designed to make things more user friendly for other people, can prove to be an absolute nightmare as certain things become invisible to me or just don't work the same.

Ridiculously stressful for me, particularly as the forum is very important to me too and this stuff can really seem to threaten my access to it.

Maddog

 

[Britt.f7]

When I first noticed the different changes, I checked to see what some of them are about. I also told myself that this was being done to improve the site. I knew I was the one who needed to adjust. Just took me awhile, that's all.

 

[AngelKeeperJ]

I'm pretty lost, but haven't explored it much. It's very 'busy' and seems more complicated. I'll just do what I can when I can.

 

[71nothing]

Thank you all. Here is day two of pushing myself onto the site! I know there is nothing wrong with the format and that it was probably done to make it more user friendly. I know the problem lies with me and not the website. I just hate it when a place I come to when most in need changes unexpectedly and beyond my control! I will adapt though. I always do! :)

 

[healthbuilder]

Is anybody else having a hard time adjusting to the new format of this site? I've been unable to get beyond signing in since the new format showed up weeks ago.

Hello,
One month I came across many changes in my life. Then one of my friend, said that it is due to anxiety and suggested me to do exercises and yoga regularly. I tried them. It works well for me. Now I'm free from changes.:):)

 

[71nothing]

Thank you. I exercise regularly and it does help with anxiety. The thought of yoga terrifies me. I cannot imagine myself sitting still for that long or trying to clear my mind. Without my racing thoughts and constant activities I fear what thoughts will be in my mind. My constant activity ensures I won't do anything stupid.

I'm still struggling with the site's new format. There have been days I have wanted desperately to post and look for support. I get on and just can't get myself past it. I'll continue to try. I just don't like change.