Hi, I'm new...

[anniegal]

I've been reading here for a few weeks. From most of the posts I've read, many of you are young. At least you know what's wrong with you and have opportunites to get treatments. I'm almost 50 and I've only discovered that there's a name for what I have. I've had it since early childhood and my life has been pure hell. I knew something was wrong with me but I just thought It was only me. I kept all my thoughts and pain bottled up inside. I'm also a college graduate but i've never been able to hold a job because of the fear. My college friends are successful in their careers and talking about the wonderful things they are planning on doing after retirement. Me, I HAVE NOTHING! I'm getting thearpy now but it's too late for a career. You young people have a chance at life if only you get help NOW! I know it's difficult with the fear and all but please take that first step for getting treatment! The fear will not go away until you conquer it! Please take my advice! :!:

 

[sidney]

good advice, thanks, we'll try

 

[void]

Thank you, that's very encouraging

 

[CutieBoots]

Hi anniegal, thank you so much. It means a lot, to hear it from someone older.

We're a unique bunch.... I, too, compare myself to other people my age (23) and think about what they have done that I have not. In regards to your age, I think it's never too late.

 

[anniegal]

Thanks sidney, void & cutieboots! If therapy goes well with me, all I really want is peace & contentment no matter want happens. I once had hopes of being a history prof or an archaeologist. Now, I just want to be able to provide for myself the rest of my life and be happy. My family now understand what I've been thru by reading info on the INTERNET. My brother has told me to never worry that he will always be there for me. I don't want anyone to go thru the hell I did. Your generation is blessed to have the INTERNET. All I had was myself, anxiety & fear. Please don't waste your life like I did. You have so many opportunities available to help you that i didn't. You must control the anxiety or it will control you! Find peace!