"A new you in 42"

[Bebo321]

...I didn't see the thread Pipp...there's always nastiness on forums, I've always thought the people who indulge in it deliberately, go unheard in the real world so they vent their feelings in forums where they know it will be seen simply because its there in black and white.....they don't care who they do it to....best to ignore, easier said than done I know, but they're not worth our time....

Here here!
I didn't read it either - no problem having your own point of view, but making attacks personal is wholly unnecessary. Hey, next time anyone feels under attack, just let us know - we can all join in the discussion and drown the perpetrators in a wave of positivity!

 

[cold ethyl]

It depends on how bad it is. I am constantly anxious but only occasionally does it go all the way up to 11- by 11, it's often just a case of riding it out till it subsides. Before then, I maybe try some distraction techniques or breathing exercises. Sometimes just talking to another person helps.
I actually cope reasonably well in times of stress, but it is afterwards that my body seems unable to switch off the additional thought processes and adrenalin release. My son was quite ill for a few years with OCD recently and during it I coped, no panic attacks just felt a bit under pressure. then bam, he's fine and I'm a nervous wreck. I think of it like filling a glass with pop. one glug too many and it all fizzes over. I just need to learn to switch off my faulty switch.

 

[Bebo321]

It depends on how bad it is. I am constantly anxious but only occasionally does it go all the way up to 11- by 11, it's often just a case of riding it out till it subsides. Before then, I maybe try some distraction techniques or breathing exercises. Sometimes just talking to another person helps.
I actually cope reasonably well in times of stress, but it is afterwards that my body seems unable to switch off the additional thought processes and adrenalin release. My son was quite ill for a few years with OCD recently and during it I coped, no panic attacks just felt a bit under pressure. then bam, he's fine and I'm a nervous wreck. I think of it like filling a glass with pop. one glug too many and it all fizzes over. I just need to learn to switch off my faulty switch.

So I guess the trick is to try to manage anxiety levels so that you rarely ever reach 11?
I'm the same with stressful situations too - I respond well during the event, but afterwards there needs to be a 'release valve' to get rid of the tension and come to terms with whatever it was.
I'm lucky not to suffer with anxiety though - have you always felt anxious, or did a catastrophic 'event' trigger it? Sorry - don't answer that if you don't want to. I'm genuinely just interested because I would imagine that living at a heightened state of anxiety must taint your everyday quality of life.

Sorry @Jamrox, I'm a liability today - engaging in conversations in all directions!

 

[cold ethyl]

So I guess the trick is to try to manage anxiety levels so that you rarely ever reach 11?
I'm the same with stressful situations too - I respond well during the event, but afterwards there needs to be a 'release valve' to get rid of the tension and come to terms with whatever it was.
I'm lucky not to suffer with anxiety though - have you always felt anxious, or did a catastrophic 'event' trigger it? Sorry - don't answer that if you don't want to. I'm genuinely just interested because I would imagine that living at a heightened state of anxiety must taint your everyday quality of life.

Sorry @Jamrox, I'm a liability today - engaging in conversations in all directions!

Yes it does taint my everyday life and at times I have been very despairing but I muddle on. My Mum had agoraphobia when I was young and was ill most of my teens with severe agitated depression so I think there's a familial thing at play as my son also is anxious and has OCD. I suffered from infertility for several years and then developed post- natal OCD which became more generalised anxiety over the years as life stresses came into play- my in-laws were both terminally ill, foot and mouth ( we farmed in Cumbria and luckily avoided it but it was a strain) and son diagnosed as on autistic spectrum. In many ways, I see the diagnosis of T2 as an inevitable outcome of all the anxiety. I ate too much as a comfort and obviously my adrenalin and cortisol levels are out of kilter 24/7.
Thanks for asking- I don't mind sharing as I think it is important that knowledge is shared to help remove the stigma and guilt/embarrassment that accompanies mental illness.I try to stay below 11, but sometimes when you least expect it, it catches you out, which is what happened on Friday. The irony was it came on as I had lain down on the bed to read my new workbook on mindful relaxtion!

 

[cold ethyl]

16 mins on bike and rest a brisk walk round town while Mr E tried to get his passport renewal sent off. Apparently he needs to get a haircut as they refused to accept his photos.

 

[peacetrain]

Yes it does taint my everyday life and at times I have been very despairing but I muddle on. My Mum had agoraphobia when I was young and was ill most of my teens with severe agitated depression so I think there's a familial thing at play as my son also is anxious and has OCD. I suffered from infertility for several years and then developed post- natal OCD which became more generalised anxiety over the years as life stresses came into play- my in-laws were both terminally ill, foot and mouth ( we farmed in Cumbria and luckily avoided it but it was a strain) and son diagnosed as on autistic spectrum. In many ways, I see the diagnosis of T2 as an inevitable outcome of all the anxiety. I ate too much as a comfort and obviously my adrenalin and cortisol levels are out of kilter 24/7.
Thanks for asking- I don't mind sharing as I think it is important that knowledge is shared to help remove the stigma and guilt/embarrassment that accompanies mental illness.I try to stay below 11, but sometimes when you least expect it, it catches you out, which is what happened on Friday. The irony was it came on as I had lain down on the bed to read my new workbook on mindful relaxtion!

My daughter suffers from panic attacks and anxiety. The worst times are when she has been extremely busy for a few weeks then suddenly nothing to do. The business keeps her mind on other things. She has intrusive thoughts at times and she constantly googles her symptoms, becoming anxious about her anxiety. I'm not allowed to take the children out for the day in the car because she worries there will be an accident. When she was about 10 I had to hide the kitchen knife block because she didn't like it. I also had to unplug all electrics possible every night before she went to bed. Things have gradually surfaced over the years, about a group of girls who made her life a misery at primary school. She's 27 now and still does not feel happy if she sees these girls in the street. I remember, age 10, she suddenly started to feel better. I asked her recently about that and she said it was when we got the cat. She loved him and he used to go and sleep at the bottom of her bed.
Her 7 year old daughter gets her a drink of water when she feels in a panic and gives her a hug and tells her to calm down. Her six year old boy, I think is showing signs of becoming anxious..
The strange thing is I think I suffered a panic attack this morning. I haven't had a good weekend with regards to stress. I'm not good in the mornings since diagnosis and I had wobbly legs and a weird tummy. I was making some breakfast and the school caretaker asked me if I had seen her keys. I said I hadn't but she kept on saying are you sure? I suddenly couldn't get my breath and felt awful, hyperventilating? Only ever happened once before, when I was giving a presentation about ten years ago. Anyway it was the head teacher who had the keys.



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[Jamrox]

Just to make it clear, the nasty stuff did not come from anyone known on this thread. I am concerned that some people on this one think I was referring to them when I mentioned it. I wasn't, even though they were in a discussion on one of the threads. The nasty stuff had been before that from someone I had not seen before or since. That might have made me a bit more sensitive, especially as at the time there was other stressful stuff going on in my life.
I will be a bit more discerning with the folks I communicate with, and with how I express my views in future, but I most certainly do not have any problems with anyone on this thread.

Glad to hear that Pipp , we do seem to be an easy going bunch , we might not always agree as a group but thats life and I for one value every ones differing opinions vive la difference ...

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[Jamrox]

Lol!
I shall talk you round regarding cyber hugs - you could perhaps do with a bit of teasing to help keep you sane.
What you have been through over the years must have knocked the stuffing out of you so many times - the fact that you have the strength of character to not only keep a positive outlook yourself, but have the generosity of spirit to share with and support others is a testament to your inner belief and courage.

I personally think that heading off to the supermarket for exercise is a fantastic idea - I told my hubby about that, and we both thought it was brilliant! You're a perfect ambassador for TeamBG - you are restricted in what you do, but you don't let that get in your way and you are determined to keep making progress.

I feel so very fortunate to basically be healthy - a bit mad in the head possibly, but overall I don't have anything to complain about. For me, I think painting keeps me sane - a creative outlet where I can express myself, and force myself to try new things/ new techniques and challenge my need to feel 'in control'. It's kind of an opportunity to face your fears in a safe environment!
(Sorry Jamrox, I went off on a completely non-sporty tangent then!)

Keep sharing Pipp. x

It would be a very boring thread if all we talked about was exercise or activity lol

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[Jamrox]

Day 36 complete ...6 to go.

I hope everyone feels a bit better by the end of it xxx

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[sanguine]

Legs feel like jelly today, maybe due to the gardening yesterday, 10 minutes on the rower was a bit of a struggle. Did 30 mins or so walk as well.

 

[julifriend]

Just 30 minutes today as I'd foolishly agreed to be on a conference call immediately after my lunch hour. I won't be making that mistake again.

 

[Pipp]

Although I'm not a runner/jogger I agree with this. When I was walking briskly in old, worn trainers my knee and hip began to hurt. New trainers solved this problem, so I can quite see how this would translate into greater problems if you did even more exercise in them.

Good, but you have new trainers, so don't let anything stop you.

 

[Pollylocks]

.....Cold Ethyl, my daughter has OCD, was diagnosed in her teens, not to do with cleaning, a lot of people think thats the only type.....she had cognitive behavioural therapy which didn't seem to do much but she has gradually improved over the years and now in her late thirties is a lot happier in herself and that has lessened the OCD soo much, I hope it doesn't affect your son too much, there are so many degrees of it...

...Walked for the whole lunch hour today as had quite a few things to do and everything was in different places, so it had to be pretty brisk to try and get it all done before settling down for the afternoon session at work phew!...

 

[Pipp]

You mean you didn't chair dance in your pjs ...lol

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Not with a G&T in my hand. I do find it hard to sit down for any length of time now though without starting a few foot tapping, or leg lifting motions.

 

[Pipp]

Re post 1605 Pipp and Bebo ..
Bebo I agree totally with what you say and I've told loads of people about the "ups and downs" during the adverts etc...fantastic mrs pipp.
Dr Loosemore ...he has a fantastic name for a Dr secialising in sports medicine , would tell you that you are doing the right thing.

As for being burnt on other forums , I know that can be upsetting but remember unlike real face to face conversation , you can just stop reading the unhelpful comments ...
Some people are horrible both in the real and cyber world , you come across as a real kind person pipp.

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Not sure it is always that people are horrible. I need to remember that everyone has stresses and sadness in life, and sometimes the smallest thing can trigger an angry response.
I can get angry too.

 

[Bebo321]

My daughter suffers from panic attacks and anxiety. The worst times are when she has been extremely busy for a few weeks then suddenly nothing to do. The business keeps her mind on other things. She has intrusive thoughts at times and she constantly googles her symptoms, becoming anxious about her anxiety. I'm not allowed to take the children out for the day in the car because she worries there will be an accident. When she was about 10 I had to hide the kitchen knife block because she didn't like it. I also had to unplug all electrics possible every night before she went to bed. Things have gradually surfaced over the years, about a group of girls who made her life a misery at primary school. She's 27 now and still does not feel happy if she sees these girls in the street. I remember, age 10, she suddenly started to feel better. I asked her recently about that and she said it was when we got the cat. She loved him and he used to go and sleep at the bottom of her bed.
Her 7 year old daughter gets her a drink of water when she feels in a panic and gives her a hug and tells her to calm down. Her six year old boy, I think is showing signs of becoming anxious..
The strange thing is I think I suffered a panic attack this morning. I haven't had a good weekend with regards to stress. I'm not good in the mornings since diagnosis and I had wobbly legs and a weird tummy. I was making some breakfast and the school caretaker asked me if I had seen her keys. I said I hadn't but she kept on saying are you sure? I suddenly couldn't get my breath and felt awful, hyperventilating? Only ever happened once before, when I was giving a presentation about ten years ago. Anyway it was the head teacher who had the keys.



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Oh boy peacetrain,
Sorry that happened. Hope you're feeling a little calmer now.

 

[Bebo321]

Legs feel like jelly today, maybe due to the gardening yesterday, 10 minutes on the rower was a bit of a struggle. Did 30 mins or so walk as well.

Well done sanguine,
Hard to do that when your legs are a bit wobbly - don't overdo it though.

 

[Bebo321]

Yes it does taint my everyday life and at times I have been very despairing but I muddle on. My Mum had agoraphobia when I was young and was ill most of my teens with severe agitated depression so I think there's a familial thing at play as my son also is anxious and has OCD. I suffered from infertility for several years and then developed post- natal OCD which became more generalised anxiety over the years as life stresses came into play- my in-laws were both terminally ill, foot and mouth ( we farmed in Cumbria and luckily avoided it but it was a strain) and son diagnosed as on autistic spectrum. In many ways, I see the diagnosis of T2 as an inevitable outcome of all the anxiety. I ate too much as a comfort and obviously my adrenalin and cortisol levels are out of kilter 24/7.
Thanks for asking- I don't mind sharing as I think it is important that knowledge is shared to help remove the stigma and guilt/embarrassment that accompanies mental illness.I try to stay below 11, but sometimes when you least expect it, it catches you out, which is what happened on Friday. The irony was it came on as I had lain down on the bed to read my new workbook on mindful relaxtion!

Chuck your book in the bin and get yourself a video on how to get steamy in a hot tub!x

 

[Pipp]

Lol!
I shall talk you round regarding cyber hugs - you could perhaps do with a bit of teasing to help keep you sane.
What you have been through over the years must have knocked the stuffing out of you so many times - the fact that you have the strength of character to not only keep a positive outlook yourself, but have the generosity of spirit to share with and support others is a testament to your inner belief and courage.

I personally think that heading off to the supermarket for exercise is a fantastic idea - I told my hubby about that, and we both thought it was brilliant! You're a perfect ambassador for TeamBG - you are restricted in what you do, but you don't let that get in your way and you are determined to keep making progress.

I feel so very fortunate to basically be healthy - a bit mad in the head possibly, but overall I don't have anything to complain about. For me, I think painting keeps me sane - a creative outlet where I can express myself, and force myself to try new things/ new techniques and challenge my need to feel 'in control'. It's kind of an opportunity to face your fears in a safe environment!
(Sorry Jamrox, I went off on a completely non-sporty tangent then!)

Keep sharing Pipp. x

I am a cyber hug free zone!!
Thanks for the nice things you said, but I do not have sunshine emerging from my rear. Like most people, I have had some tough times, but also some amazing times, and I am generally content with life. I do miss some of the things I used to be able to do, but used to it now. Apart from the walking places and meeting people. If I can't got out in the car, I stay home.

To make or create something is a wonderful way to reduce stress and relax. I have started to knit. A skill learned as a small child from my mother. One of my earliest memories is reading complicated patterns to her as her fingers manipulated the needles. I never had time when I was busy working an running after family. I did try to claim knitting as part of my exercise routine early in the 42 challenge. Haha.

 

[Pipp]

Yes it does taint my everyday life and at times I have been very despairing but I muddle on. My Mum had agoraphobia when I was young and was ill most of my teens with severe agitated depression so I think there's a familial thing at play as my son also is anxious and has OCD. I suffered from infertility for several years and then developed post- natal OCD which became more generalised anxiety over the years as life stresses came into play- my in-laws were both terminally ill, foot and mouth ( we farmed in Cumbria and luckily avoided it but it was a strain) and son diagnosed as on autistic spectrum. In many ways, I see the diagnosis of T2 as an inevitable outcome of all the anxiety. I ate too much as a comfort and obviously my adrenalin and cortisol levels are out of kilter 24/7.
Thanks for asking- I don't mind sharing as I think it is important that knowledge is shared to help remove the stigma and guilt/embarrassment that accompanies mental illness.I try to stay below 11, but sometimes when you least expect it, it catches you out, which is what happened on Friday. The irony was it came on as I had lain down on the bed to read my new workbook on mindful relaxtion!

Thank you for helping me understand this better.
I am sure prolonged stress in another factor in developing T2.
I appreciate your honest and open reply to our curiosity. Hope that hasn't been too difficult for you.