After some self-reflection today, I discovered a truth about anxiety. Many of you know that I've been in treatment for about two months and have been struggling lately. This morning, I woke up with terrible anxiety without knowing the reason why. Then it dawned on me, what have I been doing for the past two months and what haven't I been doing for the past two months?
When I was facing my agoraphobia and panic over the past two months, I've been so busy with facing the fear. But what did I forget? I forgot the RELAX! Consciously taking some time for myself and relaxing, no matter how much resistance the body provides was something I forgot to do completely. By facing your fear everyday, your body gets so wired and nervous, simply because you make it so. So I can choose relaxation as well.
While I still face my fears on a daily basis, I'm trying to relax consciously as well. Your body needs a rest to, so it is not all about facing fear all the time. If you are undergoing treatment and experience an increase in anxiety and depression, do not be afraid to take some time to yourself and relax as well. I felt horrible this morning, but now I feel considerably better. In terms of my predecessors: "This to Shall Pass".