It‘s been a whirlwind of a weekend. My husband has been in Florida for 3 days and my panic disorder has been in full swing. I‘m finally calm enough to enjoy reading, so I‘m taking full advantage of this quiet morning and reminding myself that, through it all, I‘m still a good mom, even when I have to push past the panic to love on my kiddos.
Happy reading to all on holiday, today! I hope it will be peaceful and enriching.
Notafraidofwords Sending you lots of hugs. 5y
saresmoore @Notafraidofwords Thank you, sweet friend! ♥️ 5y
DivineDiana Yes, you are! ❤️ 5y
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saresmoore Thank you, Diana! 🥰 @DivineDiana 5y
ShyBookOwl I know the feeling. So glad you got at least a little peace in. 💛 5y
saresmoore @ShyBookOwl Thank you. It‘s tough to live with, though much better than it used to be. Have you found anything that helps when you‘re beginning to spiral? 5y
batsy ❤️❤️❤️ 5y
TrishB I concur - you‘re a great Mum. You‘re a person too, sometimes it‘s hard being both ❤️ take care. Sending hugs. 5y
Kalalalatja You are doing the best you can everyday, and that‘s enough. Take care ❤️ 5y
MicheleinPhilly You are a superhero. When I am in the throes of panic I can‘t even take care of myself. Your kiddos are lucky to have you. ❤️ 5y
saresmoore @TrishB Too true! I think, now that my kids are halfway to adulthood, they appreciate getting to see my human side. I just have to remember that it‘s a good thing. Thank you. ♥️ 5y
saresmoore @Kalalalatja Yes! We all are. Even the perfectionists who don‘t believe it (me). 😄 Thank you, friend. 5y
saresmoore @MicheleinPhilly I‘ve no doubt you are capable of rising to any occasion. Teeth chattering nausea + certainty of imminent death is just brutal, whether in the company of minors or alone! ♥️ Lucy was appalled when she offered me chocolate and I politely declined. “Not even chocolate helps?!” #harshtruths 5y
AmyG Feel better. I have this mediation tape that i listen to when I panic...sometimes makes me feel better. Hope all has passed. And yes, it‘s important to let your children see you are a human being...not perfect as none of us are. It‘s truth and It allows them to feel and be human themselves. 5y
Mtroiano ❤️ 5y
erzascarletbookgasm That‘s a great reminder to yourself. ❤️Hugs. 5y
ShyBookOwl @saresmoore just recognizing that I'm creating the spiral and telling myself I'll get through it as I have before is a big help. It doesn't stop it, but it keeps me somewhat grounded throughout. Unfortunately, I still have a ways to go before I can feel in control of it. Only beginning to seek help recently. How about you? 5y
Tamra It‘s good to know we aren‘t alone! 💚 5y
saresmoore @AmyG Thank you for that truth, Amy. I‘ve been recognizing my need for more meditative practices—your reminder is helpful! 5y
saresmoore @ShyBookOwl That is so good! I‘ve been practicing a lot of cognitive behavioral therapy techniques for a long time. The complications of many phobias cloud my awareness sometimes. I‘ve managed & coped for over 15 years, but am recognizing that it‘s time to find a good therapist and banish this shit forever! Ha! Best wishes for your journey to health. ♥️ 5y
saresmoore @Tamra Isn‘t it? My mom also has it and reminds me that it‘s no different than a physical ailment, nothing to be ashamed of, and a perfectly acceptable reason to take a break or back out of commitments, if needed. Just remembering that I‘m not a solitary freak of nature is a huge help! 🙃♥️ 5y
Tamra @saresmoore definitely not! We all carry our challenges with us. Isn‘t it funny how in clear moments I can unequivocally say my fear or anxiety is irrational or overblown, but in the moment that is lost or not entirely helpful. The mind is a weird thing, like it highjacks itself. 🤨 Being a parent brings out the worst for worries on many levels. But it is something of a comfort knowing it‘s very typical! 5y
ShyBookOwl @saresmoore I couldn't agree more! I'm curious about CBT too. I'll have to look more into it. All the best on your journey, as well! 5y
Merethebookgal *hugs* 💗💗💗 5y
saresmoore @ShyBookOwl All books surely have their flaws, but I‘ve found Brené Brown‘s The Gifts of Imperfection (I‘m a total perfectionist) and the tagged book to be helpful.![[tagged book]](https://image.librarything.com/pics/litsy_webpics/icon_taggedBook@3x.png)
When Panic Attacks: The New, Drug-Free Anxiety Therapy That Can Change Your Life 5y
When Panic Attacks: The New, Drug-Free Anxiety Therapy That Can Change Your LifeShyBookOwl @saresmoore thank you! My therapist actually asked me to watch her Netflix special! I better get on that 😳. I'll stack her book as well! 5y
Sarah83 *hugs* 😘 5y
ShyBookOwl @saresmoore I just started doing the what-if exercise in this book with a bunch of my fears and I learned A LOT about myself. This is really eye-opening. Thank u for the rec! 5y
saresmoore @ShyBookOwl Awesome! ♥️ 5y
bookishdawg Thank you for sharing! You are not alone... anxiety took me on a wild ride yesterday and I can finally settle down to read too. Take care 💕 5y
LeahBergen Ugh! Sending love to you, my friend! 😘😘 5y
saresmoore @bookishdawg Wishing you a rejuvenating day! ♥️ 5y
saresmoore @LeahBergen Thank you, friend! 🥰 5y
Branwen So sorry to hear about the panicky feelings, friend! *hugs* I am sending lots of love and peaceful thoughts your way! 💕 5y
Branwen Also, you're not alone! We're all here for you! 💕 5y
BarbaraBB Sending love and strength dear Sara 💜 5y
readordierachel 💕💕💕 5y
emilyhaldi ❤️ 5y
Suet624 Awww, sweet one. I‘m sorry this continues to dog you. Much love to you. 5y
Lindy 🌻🧡🌻🧡🌻 5y
ValerieAndBooks Hugs 💖💖💖 5y
BooksForEmpathy ❤️. 5y
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