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Struggling to find peace

Levi75 — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 15:19:25 GMT

I’ve been struggling with anxiety for a while now. After the separation with my wife it made things a little harder.

I have a new relationship with a wonderful woman, and at times my anxiety pops it head up. It seems when I feel when people get close, I push them away in fear of getting hurt.

Struggling to find peace

blondguy — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 16:23:00 GMT

Hi Levi75

Welcome to Beyond Blue and good on you for having the courage to post too!

I understand anxiety and the impact it can have. You are not alone by pushing people away as the fear of getting hurt is very real and common to have. Just so we can provide you with more effective support can I ask how anxiety is impacting your life? It is difficult for us as you havent elaborated on your anxiety issues

Good on you for having a new relationship with a wonderful woman

The forums are a safe and non judgemental place for you to post Levi 🙂

we are here and listening

my kind thoughts

Paul

Struggling to find peace

Peppermintbach — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 21:45:02 GMT

Hi Levi,

I’m glad Paul has replied with such a caring & warm reply. I also wanted to extend a welcome to you 🙂

Paul has kindly covered it all, so I won’t write too much. I just wanted to say welcome & congratulations on your new relationship.

It sounds like you adore her. But I also know that anxiety can be debilitating, & that it can seep into so many areas of a person’s life.

Kindness and care,

Pepper