Hi I think have this Cherophobia and wonder if anyone else has this.
I am scared when I am happy that something bad will happen as this is the usual case with me all out through my life.I seem to want to be unhappy and just waiting for something bad to happen.How do i overcome this fear or do I just live with it as this is the safe option.I am scared of heights so i stay away from hsights so do i just stay away from happiness?
Hi Tayla the psychologist and psychiatrist seem to give at similar advice.They do know what they are talking about.It is a matter of trying to apply what their advice.That is the heart part.The worry is if i am happy and then something bad happens how much will that set me back.
Yes they do, Psychiatrists especially because they're Doctors and have more training, but Psychologists are smart too. I agree with you it is hard to try the advice and the fear of feeling happy, I feel the same way as I've mentioned.
Baby steps I suppose, as they say. Small things count.
Of course we can Mark, I believe in you. And of course I'd support you, I've been doing my best to be there for you and everyone on the forums and I hope I've helped and supported you and everybody else.
Thank you for supporting me too. Remember, baby steps, small things count even if it's getting out of bed and having a shower, it doesn't sound like much but it can take a lot of effort as you may know, because it's comfortable and a hiding spot if you will, and it's common with those with mental illnesses. So that counts as a baby step and an achievement. You're a great Dad and that in itself is a huge achievement every day for you!
Hi Tayla thank you for your words of support and encouragement it means a lot to me.It is a matter of being taken out of our comfort zone.Pushing ourselves to achieve things we think are impossible but starting off with small things taking baby steps.
Hmm, how about making a list of things you have to do and when you do one of them give yourself a treat or something? So alone time, whatever you like?
