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    About Me

    I'm 34 yrs old and have been suffering debilatating panic disorder with agorophobia for the past 5 yrs. I am unable to work and "feel" like a burden to my family. I have been working hard to change my mental state of being and way of thinking. Some days are easier than others. For some reason I keep thinking of Dory from Nemo... "Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming..."

    Interests

    I love my family, I love to read, write poetry, paint, play guitar and listen to music. I am starting to learn to LOVE these things again and to incorporate them back into my life.

  • Recent Activity

    Tuesday

    • WhymZ gave Spizz80 a Hug 9:00am

      Spizz you are in my prayers for your hospital appt and always. You will do fine and hopefully they will…  
    • WhymZ gave MaryTurk a Hug 8:48am

      What a blessing you are Mary! Thank you so much for all of your encouraging scripture msgs. I've been…  
    • WhymZ gave pam1959 a Hug 8:47am

      Hello precious lady! I am so sorry I missed your birthday! I hope it was WONDERFUL!!! I miss ya'll so…  
  • Journal

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    • Day 1 - AGAIN....

      Mood June 23, 2008 8:08am

      Ok, so I'm again tryin to get myself back up and OUT. Back to my AWESOME routine that I had carved out for myself. I swear that cold/flu thing …

    • Day 3- Getting back out!

      Mood June 11, 2008 10:58am

      So I decided to try and get outside and see if I could do a walk. I'm still feeling weak. This is a persistent cough. I put on my MP3 player, my …

    • Day 1 - Re-dedication....to me!

      Mood June 9, 2008 9:05am

      As some of you may or may not know, I have been quite sick for the past couple of weeks. It has been AWFUL. My strength was zapped and my motivation …

    • Day 78- 4 A.M. sucks!! lol

      Mood May 21, 2008 5:32am

      4 A.M. came WAY too early this morning. I crawled into bed at about 12:30 a.m..... couldn't find a way to get comfortable for some reason. I kept …

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  • Hugbook

    Give WhymZ a hug

    • Hug

      From CherieS Yesterday

      Look within, for within is the wellspring of virtue, which will not cease flowing, if you cease not from digging. - Marcus Aurelius

    • I’m With You

      From MaryTurk Yesterday

      Sorry so long getting back with you. I love sharing the scripcture messages. You never know who needs what or when so I pass all of them along to you all all the time. At least that way you know whoever needs it gets it when they need it.

    • Hug

      From CherieS Thursday

      hugs

    • Hug

      From pam1959 Wednesday

      TY for the belated birthday wishes, I miss having you around. Hope you are doing well. Love pam

    • Hug

      From Spizz80 Wednesday

      Good morning, Great to see you about again, Back log of hugs coming your way...Thank you for your kind comments...Have a good one.. ((((Hugs))))

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  • Goals

    Progress

    75 %

    Progress (Days)
    1
    Distance (miles)
    0.29
    Walk & Bike (Mins)
    10

    Progress

    5 %

    Goal End Date is Mar 6, 09 223 more days.
    Weight Lost (Lbs)
    7.8
    Goal Completed on May 3, 08
  • Support Groups

    • Close Anxiety

      I've been suffering from Anxiety Disorder with Agorophobia for the past 5 years. Unable to work or leave the house on my own. Constant worry about my heart, blood pressure and life in general. Constantly worried that something is "wrong" physically. Taking meds and still am struggling.

      Treatments

      Breathing Exercises Somewhat Helpful
      Cymbalta Too Soon to Tell
      Hopefully will work better to control my anxiety.
      Meditation Too Soon to Tell
      Paxil Not Working
      Did not work changed meds
      Positive Thinking Too Soon to Tell
      Xanax Somewhat Helpful
      Helps to calm my nerves and relax me when I get over nervous.
    • Close Panic Attacks

      I started having constant panic attacks about 5 years ago. It has since come to include agorophobia. I can hardly go outside alone and no where far from my "front porch". I recently had a set back and am hoping to find help here... thanks for having me.

      Treatments

      Effexor Somewhat Helpful
      recently switched to cymbalta on dr.s advice
      Meditation Too Soon to Tell
      Paxil Not Working
      Positive Thinking Somewhat Helpful
      Psychotherapy Working / Worked
      Xanax Working / Worked
      Helps to calm me
    • Open High Blood Pressure

      Was diagnosed with HBP right around the same time as I started having panic attacks again.

      Treatments

      Diovan HCT Too Soon to Tell
    • Open Phobia
      Type: Agoraphobia (fear of open spaces)

      I suffer from agorophobia coupled with panic and anxiety disorder. Looking for friends and folks who understand.

      Treatments

      Acceptance Working / Worked
    • Open Obesity

      I've been "chunky" all my life, but I was always very active. For some reason I kept getting heavier and heavier. I went through some emotionally traumatic things. I suppose the fast food, sweets and starchy stuff hasn't helped. I am looking forward to starting a new HEALTHY life. ANY support is welcome!

      Treatments

      6 Week Body Makeover Somewhat Helpful
      I got exercise bands and a cool book on which exercises to do...
      Avoid Certain Foods / Chemicals Working / Worked
      This works when I do it.
      Elliptical Trainer Working / Worked
      Any exercise helps doesn't it? I gotta start it up again.
      Physical Exercise Working / Worked
      Prayer Working / Worked
      For my sanity and strength to continue to fight for my health.
      Slim-Fast Too Soon to Tell
      Doc said NO no no, causes stones which i'm prone to.
      South Beach Diet Not Working
      BAD BAD BAD again Doc said it's just like Atkins.
      Weight Watchers Considering
      Doc recommends this, I think I can do it. I'm gonna try anyway.
    • Open Diets & Weight Maintenance

      trying to get the fat off. recently started changing my diet and moving more. looking for advice on how to do it right.

      Treatments

      6 Week Body Makeover Somewhat Helpful
      didn't really stick to it. too much food.
      Atkins Diet Not Working
      bad for ya
      Dancing Working / Worked
      This was the best thing EVER until I stopped going out or being able to.
      Eating Healthier Foods Working / Worked
      HOPING.
      Eat Less Working / Worked
      I guess we'll see...
      Physical Exercise Working / Worked
      One of the only things you can be sure of.
      Slim-Fast Not Working
      doc told me it can cause stones...so nope.
      South Beach Diet Not Working
      just like atkins..Doc told me NO.
      Weight Watchers Working / Worked
      hoping to get into it and see if it works.
      Prayer Working / Worked
      For strength and sanity. lol
    • Open Families & Friends Of Addicts

      My sister is addicted to pain pills. I'm terrified for her. I love her so much and worry about her all the time.

      Treatments

      Talking Working / Worked
      Writing Working / Worked
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