You maybe wondering right about now, what exactly is social phobia. Don't worry I was wondering the same thing, when the doctor wrote on that paper that's what I suffer from. It all started about 10 years ago, right after I had my daughter. I guess now it makes since, I stopped working and became a stay at home mom. Although, I loved every minute of it, I now wish I had stayed in the work force. Social Phobia, also know as a social anxiety disorder. This disorder is when a person becomes overwhelmingly anxious and excessively self-conscious in everyday social situations.Those that suffer from social anxiety disorder have a fear of being watched and judged by others. This fear often becomes so powering that it interferes with their everyday activities. Even shopping can be a challenge. I always new there was something wrong with me, I thought it was just anxiety, I would have never labeled myself as one with "Social Phobia". After the doctor stated that is what she thought I had, … [Read more...]
Finally Broke Down
I finally broke down, and went to the doctor about some of the issues I have been having. I am like most people and don't like the doctors! However, I have found an absolutely amazing doctor, she is awesome. Have you ever went to the doctor only for them to asked rushed, or as if you are wasting their time? How about called to talk to the doctor only to be given the nurse instead... Let me tell you not at this doctors office, she sat there, and talked to me about many issues I was having, she let me know if I needed ANYTHING or just someone to talk to, to call her at the office and she would be there to listen to my issues. She is going to be addressing all health issues I have, such as my anxiety, IBS, the knee issues, and a few other problems I have. When we were in Tennessee going to the doctor was a joke, they wanted to assume this was wrong with you, and assume that wasn't. I have had severe anxiety for awhile now, I am now hopefully going to be treated for this, and I … [Read more...]
It’s funny how much time we spend considering new purchases
When it comes to making big purchases, I tend to take awhile to think about it, before I go right out and make that purchase. After I make the purchase I start to wonder if I did the right thing. My last big purchase was my car. Yes, I needed the car but the payments have been a killer. This is one purchase my stomach has been in knots in for awhile. I will be thankful when it is paid, and I no longer have to worry about the payment. I do know a lot of the reasons why I feel this way, is due to my anxiety. I would do anything not to have the mental issues I do have. I often wonder if people really do understand the things running through my head. Even with small purchases I am the same way. I remember going to Wal-mart, I had a few hundred dollars on me everything was paid for, it was income tax time, and I wanted a sewing machine. My husband was all for me getting that sewing machine, however, I didn't want to spend the $100 for it, because I felt as though I needed to use that … [Read more...]
