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mikey · 22-09-2015, 09:30 PM

This is exactly why you DO need to go. I know it's really scary and can feel impossible. I know the anxiety beforehand and how it's easier just not to go. But you know yourself you need to. Is there any way you could ring your CPN beforehand? Perhaps somebody could ring for you? Just to tell him/her how scared you are - they might be able to pick you up or offer some reassurance.

It'll be okay. She is there to help you and understand you - that is what she wants and it is her job. Have you got any PRN medication you can take to help right now?

Be brave. Honestly, you CAN do this and it is important that you do. Have you written some things down you can take with you incase you struggle to talk? Have you got something which can distract you at the moment? (For example cuddling my dog always makes me feel better). Keep posting if it helps. And good luck.

22-09-2015, 09:30 PM	#7
mikey I'm a girl Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: UK I am currently:	This is exactly why you DO need to go. I know it's really scary and can feel impossible. I know the anxiety beforehand and how it's easier just not to go. But you know yourself you need to. Is there any way you could ring your CPN beforehand? Perhaps somebody could ring for you? Just to tell him/her how scared you are - they might be able to pick you up or offer some reassurance. It'll be okay. She is there to help you and understand you - that is what she wants and it is her job. Have you got any PRN medication you can take to help right now? Be brave. Honestly, you CAN do this and it is important that you do. Have you written some things down you can take with you incase you struggle to talk? Have you got something which can distract you at the moment? (For example cuddling my dog always makes me feel better). Keep posting if it helps. And good luck.
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