QOTW: What is the biggest challenge ..

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QOTW: What is the biggest challenge ..
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Thu, 07-06-2006 - 1:55pm

What is the biggest challenge you are facing in your life right now?


Sheri Ann

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Thu, 07-06-2006 - 2:59pm
I recently learned that my Uncle has lung cancer and it is so bad that they arent going to give any treatment. They say he only has 3 weeks to live , but my Uncle Walter has already said he doesnt think he will last that long. Its very tough on the heart right now for me, I dont think I will handle another death very well, especially one that is in my family..... :(
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Registered: 06-13-2006
Thu, 07-06-2006 - 3:45pm
My biggest challenge right now is trying to get through the persistant anxiety until my AD kicks in. As most of you know by now, I've been on Paxil for 3 weeks. Its getting better, but I still struggle. I'm also wondering if 25 mg. is enough or to just give it more time. I wish I could fast forward the next couple of weeks!
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Registered: 03-26-2003
Thu, 07-06-2006 - 5:05pm

That would have to be dealing with my stress at work while I look for another job.


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Thu, 07-06-2006 - 6:05pm

i have a few big challenges right now, the most obvious is my pregnancy....i am 15 weeks preggo with my second child, but due to me being on paxil and the baby having an increased risk of a congential heart defect i am being closely monitored, also i'm high risk for preterm labor as my son was born just over 1.5 months early, and high risk to miscarry...ahhh...thats just the "big" things, also, i'm dealing with a relapse of panic disorder/generalized anxiety disord and mild depression which really SUCKS....and financially since i quit my job due to my anxiety we are really struggling.

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Registered: 07-06-2006
Thu, 07-06-2006 - 7:19pm
I've been invited to spend a weekend in Orlando with my cousin and some friends later this month, but I'm very afraid of going. I'm worried that I'll get there and either be too anxious to function or even have a panic attack. On the other hand, I know that if I don't go I'll feel like crap for letting the anxiety get the better of me and letting my cousin down.
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Registered: 06-02-2003
Thu, 07-06-2006 - 8:42pm

Hi,

I haven't visited the board often. Although, I've suffered with anxiety for several years now. This is a good question. Let's see.

My oldest daughter is autistic - my youngest, ADHD. My husband works 16 hours a day. I've have had 6 surgeries over the past 8 years and will have another before the end of the year. I've quit working to take care of the kids. We've averaged about 2 doctors appointments a week for years now. The surgeries and my disability (a messed up elbow), although mild, also keeps me from working. Not working, has resulted in isolation. And, to top it off --- My mother is dying of lung cancer, my stepmother is (hopefully) recovering from throat cancer and my uncle has brain cancer. That's just the big stuff.

Ughhh!! Well. Thanks for letting me get that all out there.

Other than that! Life's great.

Wonder why I suffer with anxiety! LOL!

Kaki

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Thu, 07-06-2006 - 11:14pm

For me, it's still struggling with the anxiety & panic & agoraphobia.

Sheri Ann

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Thu, 07-06-2006 - 11:15pm

It is very hard to deal with the death of a loved one.

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Thu, 07-06-2006 - 11:17pm

mom - I know that feeling all too well!

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Thu, 07-06-2006 - 11:20pm

Laura, I have been thinking about you! Did you not get the other job?


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