Posted by Partlycloudy on July 9, 2014, at 12:34:55
After the last stormy few weeks, I didn't know what to expect. I usually have done some journaling between sessions, but physically felt so out of it that even that was beyond my ability. By Monday of this week, I was feeling more myself. I was able to notice a few things:
No panic attacks since I have returned home. A victory in itself.
An extended leave from my spouse seems to have done us both good, as I had hoped it would. Pretty much, I bugged out, with a yoga retreat, the ill-chosen "nursing" trip to be bossed around by my sister until I couldn't take it anymore, then the fun time at rehab. The intention was to give us some time apart; for perspective, for self health, and for a chance for him not to focus solely upon me for a while. He drives his bicycle like a madman now. He's been able to resume a healthy (if wary) relationship with a daughter who moved back from Colorado. And I did all my stuff.The outcome has been a calming and healthy one for my marriage. I have cooled down considerably as far as my tolerance for noise and visual stimuli.
My therapist is really happy for me. I have several helpful classes coming up to further help with my anxiety. She's suggested one and the two I pursued on my own.
That's me this week. Anyone else?
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