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Posted by ELA on January 30, 2002, at 15:14:07
the more I think about this rehab programme (which I am probably going to be starting next week btw), the more scared and nervous I get about it. I think the prospect of this programme is getting to me more than any of my problems!
Posted by Greg A. on January 30, 2002, at 17:05:55
In reply to panic, posted by ELA on January 30, 2002, at 15:14:07
Emma,
What frightens you about the programme? Letting others know that you have troubles? That’s why they are there too – to get some help. Most group sessions allow you to reveal as much or as little as you wish. Sometimes, once you feel comfortable and safe with a group, it’s surprising what you might decide to share.
I made some good friends at a six week group therapy session I went through after being hospitalized. I divulged a lot more than I ever expected I would and I got a lot more help in return as well. Not just from the professional help but from the other people with problems just like me.
If you go and find it’s just not for you, can you leave? There’s often a measure of comfort and security in being able to just walk out.
You seem worried about letting out all the things you have held inside. I gather you are young, and as an ‘old guy’ I can tell you that it is much better to deal with these ‘secrets’ sooner than later. I held things in for a lot of years and they just don’t go away.Greg
Posted by sid on January 31, 2002, at 1:00:31
In reply to panic, posted by ELA on January 30, 2002, at 15:14:07
You need to calm down... you're hurting yourself more by getting so nervous. Be good to yourself. Treat yourself to... ice cream or whatever would give you a pleasant break. Limit your apprehensions; who knows? you might like the experience after all.
Do you have to do this? Do you trust the people sending you there? Do you think it can be good for you? Ask yourself some of these questions, and then move on. If what the doc made sense, then it sounds like it would be a good idea to try this.
In the meantime, relax............ take a hot bath, listen to pleasant music, take a walk in a nice area, be good to yourself.
I know, easier said than done, but give it a try.
Posted by Fi on January 31, 2002, at 14:57:42
In reply to panic, posted by ELA on January 30, 2002, at 15:14:07
Wise ideas in the other messages.
Looking at it from another direction, you've had experience of sharing which you have found helpful- posting to this Board.
So there is a small chunk of real evidence that it *might* actually be OK and helpful.Allow an element of doubt in your panic, and also remember that you would probably panic about anything now- its like the emotional version of your 'volume control' is at maximum!
You've got thru lots of hard days before- just a few more to do till you get there and can suss it out and find out what its actually like.I wont be near an internet connection for a week now, but you can be sure I'll be thinking of you.
Good luck!
Fi
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