I abided my PCP's advice to attend this.It is a 6-week workshop that occurs every Thursday. We are a small group and a facilitator guides us as we go along. I was hesitant to push this but a tiny voice inside me tells me I have to so I went to the first session. It 's about "The Mind-Body Connection."The stress symptom cycle was thoroughly discussed and how everyone in the room could relate with the daily dose of stress life gives. What I have learned? That I can control my thoughts and behaviors.
Nothing is actually new to what was shared and taught. I simply need to develop the habit of relaxation techniques and learn how to breathe. Why do I freakin' hold my breath when I am in the shower, when I trim my nails, when I apply eyeliner?
For many days , I was thinking if I do already have an anxiety disorder. I studied the symptoms and realistically, I can still consider the degree of anxiety I have as normal. I just had too much worry the past months but I am getting back into shape. I simply accepted there are circumstances that are beyond my control.
Now I am able to breathe with normal rate. I have less mood swings and I am alright within me. It is not perfectly fine, but nothin ain't, right?
I will keep on attending the remaining sessions. There is nothing to lose but everything to gain.
Written on the workbook is " This program is meant to provide education, not therapy. "
I will not be diagnosed with Anxiety or Depression. I hold no judgment on this matter but I think I have control on this. This workshop will help me and I welcome the idea.
Till the next sessions. Let me breathe fresh air first.:)
Breathe.Cry. Live.
