Hi All.
I've decided to join you all here because I've reached a point in my life where my thoughts seem to be taking over my life and stopping me from enjoying all that I have, that is, a loving husband, two great kids (albeit teenagers, lol), good health and a roof over our heads. I should be very thankful for all this but I can't help but often descend into thoughts that we'll lose it all or that my husband and kids don't want me around anymore or other unrealistic thoughts like that. This happens every time something happens or is said to me that I think is a bit negative - I blow it out of proportion, shut down and cry. I know what's happening but I can't seem to stop myself.
I was diagnosed with mild depression years ago, but in hindsight I don't think that it was depression but anxiety. Hubby has been so supportive over the years but I already know that if I mention anything to him, he will just tell me to just go see our GP. And yes, I probably should but I don't want her to just prescribe some pills (because that's what I know she'll do - that's what she did with my depression). I'd rather see if talking to others feeling the same, and Beyond Blue, might actually really help.
Looking forward to feeling better, really better.
