#WorldMentalHealthDay
I've seen a shrink twice; both times, I would have benefited from starting sessions earlier, and both times I did not start sessions earlier in part because of the stigma.
The first time was during a bad romantic relationship. The second was during a bad professional relationship. In both instances, it was pretty clear to the shrink what I needed to do, and our time together was essentially him convincing me of that.
I get anxiety. I've had a few panic attacks -- the first when in an underground dungeon with no light. In Germany. Yikes. I've had a few others; I am what may be called sensitive.
Feel free to ask questions.
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I also have a crapload of imposter syndrome, which is currently under house arrest.
ReplyDeleteYou and me both, brother. I have no questions because I'm intimately familiar with your problems. So if you figure out any solutions, please let me know.
ReplyDeleteYou might try eliminating caffeine. I've recently had some success reducing one of my symptoms by doing that.
Exercise is also very helpful.
Negative self-talk is a big problem for me. A therapist once challenged me to think of something positive about myself every time I think of something negative. It was nearly impossible--but helpful.
One other thing that I've found helpful--physical labor in the service of something productive, like building a rock wall, clearing brush, painting windowsills, or picking peaches. Which reminds me, I haven't been up to the farm to see my dad in a while.
ReplyDeleteFor maybe the first time, I feel engaged with my job. I haven't worked and (sort of) cared like this since grad school. It's a virtuous cycle, as being engaged leads me to being happy leads me to being engaged.
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