Overwhelmed with life

[Donna Bills]

Hi Everyone, I don't know what to say or do but I am having a problem and don't know where else to get help the problem I am having is I am having alot of phobia's right now even driving I get really scared I am very depressed and I just am having a problem going on what can I do I just started getting disablitly payments and I am afraid they will see me driving and I told them I couldn't drive I feel so guility about everything is there something I can do thank you Donna

[Sam Oliver]

I sent you an email Donna.

[Care 2]

Donna -

I can only tell you how empathetic I am to your situation. I have had my share of rough times. Going through all the red tape can sometimes make you feel like you are on trial at times. I know.

I have gotten over those feelings and realize now that I really deserved the benefits I got. After lots of recovery time, I'm feeling better, less anxious and less depressed, more connected to people and I'm having a good summer.

I saw that Sam sent you an email. I'm sure he had some good advice. Be kind to yourself. Make sure to eat breakfast, get some good morning sunlight, read, sleep well and regularly. Eat well, take vitamins. Realize you can get through this with help. Feel free to write me back. Take a deep breath and relax to being with

:)

[Tracy Lee Nash]

Hi Donna:)

I can sense your worry and concern, and I am sorry you are
having a challenging time right now. I know a thing or two
about challenges myself and one thing I can offer you is to
have faith. At one point, last year, I was unable to walk or
dress myself without assistance, and I was petrified, to say
the least. Especially because I had 4 little ones to take care.
But, one morning I simply took a moment to stop. Stop focusing
on everything that was creating my worry and fears, no matter
how valid they seemed at the moment. And when I actually did
this, my views changed, my focus changed. In everything negative,
there is a positive-we just need to have faith in this and be open
to what that positive is and move forward from there.

Defintiely, take time for yourself. Drink plenty of water. Eat
well and eat frequently- every 2-3 hours is ideal. Connect with
nature. Stand barefoot in the grass. Pick flowers. Take a walk.
Enjoy the sunlight. Really feel the powerful and positive energy
all around you. It can be so therapeutic.

Talk to yourself daily. Say uplifting, inspirational statements to
yourself. If you find something that makes you feel good-post
it where you can see it everyday to help your spirit soar!

Life can certainly seem overwhelming at times, but, with faith,
that feeling can pass. Don't be too hard on yourself, Donna. Just
take each day which comes to you, one day at a time, and know
that you are truly thought of and cared about.

In love-n-light....

T.L.

[Donna Bills]

Thank you Tracey I will try to do this and I am sorry you have had trials in your life also sometimes life just isn't fair thanks again Donna

[erika jarkovics]

Hallo Donna.

Twice in my Life i had the same Problems jour having now. I do fully understand how jour feeling. I didnt want to drive anymore. or go out anywhere in public because of recuring panikattaks...The first thing jou have to do, go and see jour Doctor tell her exactly how jou feel.
I was told it is Depression as well as Anxiety. There is Medication for it, that helps.
Dont wait too long, also councling is a great Help.
When my Mother died and three months later my Son unexpectly all of it came back, I was nearly 2 jears on Medication, but have succesfully come of it now, doing everything i want to do, like driving going out etc, like i used to do bevor.
So, dont give up there is help out there. ( this probleme is quit common)
Hope jou feel better soon. Love Erika from Australia

[Donna Bills]

Thank you Erika thank you glad to see I am not the only one with this problem I will talk to my Dr thank you again for your kindness and opening up thank you again Donna

[joylene butler]

Donna,

Don't go through this alone. Make a doctor's appointment. Sometimes doing everything you can at home isn't enough. Your doctor can tell you what to do next. Please don't expect to come up with the answers when you're under this kind of pressure. That's why there are professionals out there.

Donna,

After suffering all year, I finally took the big step and talked to my doctor. He was able to help me. I look back now & think why did I postpone talking to him. I guess I wasn't ready. And while I know my circumstances are different, if he's been your doctor for awhile, he'll probably know what questions to ask. Couldn't hurt.

Judging by the date you posted this, I'm hoping things have improved. If they haven't, please consider seeking help.

[Kristeen Dureck]

Donna, This is Kristeen's son Daniel.
I have lived exactly what you are going through now after my two brothers perished a year apart in automobile accidents. My doctor put me on Xanax to help with the anxiety. That was a great TEMPORARY help during that time. Unfortunately, the thing that helped me the MOST is TIME and TALKING ABOUT YOUR PROBLEMS. There is no such thing as an "INSTANT" fix for this kind of problem. There was a time where I couldn't even be a passenger in a car. But slowly, with someone I trusted, even my life to, got comfortable being a passenger. As of now, I am still terrified of driving. Any sudden movements or quick maneuvers frighten me. The more I discuss my issues with people that I care about, the more it helps. There were times where my friend couldn't even turn on the windshield wipers without freaking me out.
Anxiety is something that can be controlled, however, like I said, it does take time. If you would like to talk, you can send me an email. I am not on this website, however, you can send an email to [e-mail]

Take care, and my thoughts are with you...
Dano

[nancy]

I had bad phobias at one time too, asnd the depression. I am thinking just because you can drive doesnt mean you are completely ok.. When you take antidepressants etc.. they can make it where your anxiety goes away and they could help you drive because they are made to help you function.. Would them knowing you can drive stop your disability payments? Im womndering if your guilty conscience is letting your brain play tricks on you and making it seem more serious than it is?

[Donna Bills]

Hi Everyone, things are going a little better but I would love to talk to my Dr the problem is my mom has to take me and she doesn't believe in taking drugs she doesn't think I she be depressed I was so bad the other day I ached from head to toe and didn't want to move I don't know if the depression is doing that to me or if it is just everything not sure thank you everyone for all of your help I guess I just have to take it one day at a time Donna

[Phyllis L. Jackson]

Donna,

Please don't feel like you are alone, even though we haven't met I do care about what happens to you. Please feel free to email me anytime with your thoughts, more than likely I'm going through the same and we can share our experience.

Take care of yourself and I will be praying for you.

Phyllis

[Donna Bills]

Hi Phyllis thank you I appreciate it very much every day I hope it gets better but it doesn't it and I am feel like I am in a mudpit digging myself deeper I want my husband to come back or at least come back and say goodbye and he doesn't maybe he is mad at me maybe he wanted to die I am not sure and I get more overwhelmed every day right now those are my thoughts and it changes from minute to minute thank you for praying me Donna