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Journal Entry for October 31, 2007 Mood

Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Back at work after a relaxing weekend. Feeling a bit more anxious than last week due to a number of meetings coming up where I have to do presentations which always make me panicky esp when my baseline anxiety is high. Still i always seem to get through them, i just wish i could take them in my stride and not get so anxious (as i do when i'm not in an 'episode'). Trying to stay positive and think of them as an 'opportunity' to overcome my fear! (easier said than done!)

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I think I would do better giving a presentation than sitting through one. As long as I am talking or doing something then my brain isn't focusing on anxiety feelings. This is definately an opportunity to face your fear and accept those uncomfortable feelings. Try not to give any life to those feelings as that will add 2nd fear. I'm a jovial person so I would probably start off my presentation by letting everyone know that giving presentations make me anxious and nervous. You'd be surprised how many feel the same way.

AnxietyRidden
Thanks Dawn, I found exactly that (esp the 2nd fear bit). I do find when i'm talking i'm much less anxious. I have to do alot of presentations / meetings and usually manage ok. But recently with this episode they're a real struggle, hopefully i've learned lessons today which will help me recover. Strange how all my colleagues think i'm the epitome of calm and confidence!! I must be good at hiding it eh?!
Thanks for all your help and support, yr a life saver :)

Northstar36
Confidence plays a big role in this disorder. Just remember that as you are giving your presentations there are others in the room that are having anxiety over having to sit through it. Not that your presentations are bad but meetings in general throw some people into anxiety mode. Especially if they feel they can't get up and leave. Glad you are doing better!! :)

AnxietyRidden