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[Thorsen]

Thanks noobvious. I was reluctant to post all this here, but I am re-assured that I made the right decision in doing so. your support is most appreciated.

The car had only $600 left till it was paid off. then no car payments! oh well.

As for your friend, I was alone both times I had them. they are bad. and there's really no way of stopping a panic attack. you just have to let it run its course. I am glad you were there for your friend. I am sure that your being there helped tremendously.

 

[Thorsen]

I hope all the best for you and your family.

Thanks BFK We are doing way better than last week.

 

[Joan Archer]

Sorry to hear about your problems Thorsen but as one of the others said cars can be fixed humans can't so I'm pleased to hear that you are both alright.

I can't really imagine how you cope with panic attacks as it's not something that I've had or have any knowledge of but I hope that you can get the best medicine that you need to alleviate the situation and as long as you know we are all here for you so you will always have someone who will listen to you

 

[johnwillyums]

I just read that Apple have opened their 300th store in London. It's the biggest in the world apparently.
They already have one. It's just one shop. Not that big.
Says here it takes £60 million over the counter a year.
That's just incredible even though they don't make nothing cheap I hear

 

[LADYPINKtomato1]

Today I am going to a big family breakfast at a local diner to remember my uncle who passed away last week. The breakfast comes as a relief to me, as I don't have any clothes to wear that would have been suitable to wear to a more official service.

Hi noobvious.. It's NOT the clothing that counts.. it's your heart.. ..your heart iw wonderful.
Yes this would be a relief.. it's really a strain on all when a family member has left us..I hope the next few days go off without a hitch. May he rest in peace.
Prayers for you all.

 

[A Guy]

Ok I figured I would post this since I have been not around since last Thursday.

Last week, on Thursday, I had some anxiety issues and went home for lunch to try and relax. While there, my wife and I decided I should go to the hospital. On the way to the hospital, a car backed up into our front end. And then he jetted. (Hit and Run!!!) We got his license plate before he took off. My car was making noises so we pulled off the road and we called for an ambulance, and both of us went to the hospital. Me for panic atacks, my wife for back and knee pain. wow right?

So.... my car was able to make it home after the hospital, but insurance company towed it to assess damage. I just got a rental car today and found out that my almost completely paid off car is totalled. We will get some money back but it is an old car so probably not much. It would have been nice having no car payments, but it looks like God wants us to have a new car and new car payments (even though we really dont want a car payment). (Thank you btw)

Silver lining... no serious injuries or life threatening stuff, and a new(ish) car.... otherwise, still suffering from anxiety, Medication is making me sick... don't like mood enhancers (which is what they gave me?)... have no mulla for new car... have to look for a new car and hope its not a lemon... <<< lots of un-needed stress there too...

All and all a crazy weekend. good to be back at work although a little stressful, I am managing.


(to link back to LW7, I might take up pole dancing too if these car payments are too high)

Thorsen, so sorry to hear this, I hope you are ok buddy

Today (well, this evening) I have just found out how it is so much harder helping someone on the phone (in this instance, Windows Live Call) than in Sevenforums. Here, you don't stutter, you don't pause for thought in mid-conversation and you can be who you want to be. My cousin was having trouble with her webcam, and I was trying to explain drivers and compatibility etc. Right now she is installing the latest messenger, hoping to get her webcam to work on messenger/live calls.

Now the rest of my family know what a little nerd I really am :shock: Compared to lots of you guys, it was a no-brainer!!

Dom, you are too hard on yourself. We all think very highly of you. None of us is perfect, if we were, I'm sure I couldn't stand it, lol. You need to have confidence, I think you are farther along than I was at your age.

A Guy

 

[LADYPINKtomato1]

Thorsen.. Bless you.. I hope you find the just right vehicle for you and the wife..
sorry that's about my luck ...I carry all this car insurance then get hit by a guy who had none..
Soo glad you were not seriously injured..things could have been a lot worse as you already know..
This is where your friends are.. so sound off if you need to.. cleanses the soul... helps you and us to know we aren't the only ones with any kind of issues..
Glad to have you back in one piece.

 

[smarteyeball]

I have just found out how it is so much harder helping someone on the phone

Phone support is always a PITA - I refuse to do it

This is the stuff the hospital gave me: Buspirone - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
It's nasty/dirty feeling medicine. Thanks for the info on Citalopram.

Most medications have an 'adjustment period' with unpleasant side effects. If they are extreme or continue past the 'adjustment period' then it's definitely advisable to seek an alternative since they affect everyone differently.

Are you just taking the medication, or are you doing some CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) in conjunction with the meds?



Just be aware that it's also ill advised to 'quit' a treatment cold turkey. If you do decide to switch, it's much better to wean off the current medication before trying something different.

 

[Dom]

Dom, you are too hard on yourself. We all think very highly of you. None of us is perfect, if we were, I'm sure I couldn't stand it, lol. You need to have confidence, I think you are farther along than I was at your age.

A Guy

Thanks for the encouragement A Guy, and to the people who probably think the same. I am beginning to think I already have a career set in the computer department.

 

[CarlTR6]

I thought Pole Dancing was where Polish people do the Poleka

I hope you get better soon, Dinesh. I am working in the pole dancing club this aftrnoon from 1pm to about 4pm.

I thought you work for a charity shop.

It's a Polish charity...

You guys are hilarious!

LW7, Make lots of money stripping and have fun with it!!! Thats what pole dancing is in case anyone was confused.....

I wasn't confused and Barman cleared up any possible confusion in the translation from across the pond.

 

[CarlTR6]

Ok I figured I would post this since I have been not around since last Thursday.

Last week, on Thursday, I had some anxiety issues and went home for lunch to try and relax. While there, my wife and I decided I should go to the hospital. On the way to the hospital, a car backed up into our front end. And then he jetted. (Hit and Run!!!) We got his license plate before he took off. My car was making noises so we pulled off the road and we called for an ambulance, and both of us went to the hospital. Me for panic atacks, my wife for back and knee pain. wow right?

So.... my car was able to make it home after the hospital, but insurance company towed it to assess damage. I just got a rental car today and found out that my almost completely paid off car is totalled. We will get some money back but it is an old car so probably not much. It would have been nice having no car payments, but it looks like God wants us to have a new car and new car payments (even though we really dont want a car payment). (Thank you btw)

Silver lining... no serious injuries or life threatening stuff, and a new(ish) car.... otherwise, still suffering from anxiety, Medication is making me sick... don't like mood enhancers (which is what they gave me?)... have no mulla for new car... have to look for a new car and hope its not a lemon... <<< lots of un-needed stress there too...

All and all a crazy weekend. good to be back at work although a little stressful, I am managing.


(to link back to LW7, I might take up pole dancing too if these car payments are too high)

I am sorry to hear about this. The main thing is that neither you nor your wife were seriously injured. The loss of your car is not good news, though.

Robert is right; if you have to get a replacement car, this is the right time to do so. Shop carefully and find you a good, used vehicle. Pay a mechanic to check it out before you buy. Around here, there are mechanics who do this for $100.00. Though $100 is a lot of money (to me), it is a darn site less expensive than having a transmission rebuilt, for example. You might even find a good deal on just taking over payments from someone.

Good luck in your search.

 

[Thorsen]

Thanks everyone for your continued support. I am doing much better today as well. When I get my new car, I will take pics for everyone and post the pics of the damage to my car.

@Bill, Thanks friend, the wife and I are doing much better.

@Joan, Thanks Joan, Dennis said that about the car being fixable not people. and I agree, when it happened, my wife, Amanda, was driving and she was taking me to the hospital. I wasn't worried about the car at all. I wasn't worried about myself. I was worried about my wife. I feared that she was injured. She had back surgery last November and I knew that the collision was not good for her. Even when I got to the hospital myself, my anxiety issue was pretty much over. Replaced by concern for my wife.

@SmartEyeball I have sort of started CBT (never heard that term before). This I feel is crucial in this matter. I don't want to be taking medications. I would like to resolve this issue so long term medication isn't needed. I do feel my situation is not as drastic as some people who suffer from panic attacks. This is my third time dealing with it. I have a friend who is into meditation and have been talking with him about practices to follow to stay relaxed and put my mind in a steady state. I was already practicing this last week when it happened, but it helped tremendously. I also will be talking to a psychiatrist to see if going to a psychologist can be arranged.

Gotta go to hospital A to get Doctor B to go see Doctor C, but if Doc C can help, then its worth it.

@Carl, Thanks, we have a vehicle in mind and I am going to take your advice if possible and have it looked at. This happened at a bad time as we don't have any funds. First paycheck of the month is always the tightest and we spent through our reserve as a side effect of loosing a car and having to still get around and such. But if possible, I will make it work.

Edit update, my wife also suggested this last night as she is pretty smart. She found that CarX can do this for free! So she is going to get the vehicle and have it checked out today!!


Thanks friends!

 

[Tews]

Today I mowed the lawn ... The first time since my heart attack ... Im still alive to tell the tale!! S'all good..

 

[Thorsen]

Good to hear Tews!

 

[z3r010]

Today I mowed the lawn ... The first time since my heart attack ... Im still alive to tell the tale!! S'all good..

Me too

 

[derekimo]

Today I mowed the lawn ... The first time since my heart attack ... Im still alive to tell the tale!! S'all good..

Glad to hear it was uneventful.

 

[Tews]

Today I mowed the lawn ... The first time since my heart attack ... Im still alive to tell the tale!! S'all good..

Me too

Aint life grand?? :roflmao:

 

[CarlTR6]

Today I mowed the lawn ... The first time since my heart attack ... Im still alive to tell the tale!! S'all good..

That is great news, Tom. Very good!

 

[Tews]

Today I mowed the lawn ... The first time since my heart attack ... Im still alive to tell the tale!! S'all good..

Glad to hear it was uneventful.

Not nearly as glad as I was! ...

 

[Joan Archer]

Today I mowed the lawn ... The first time since my heart attack ... Im still alive to tell the tale!! S'all good..

That's definitely good news, just don't try doing too much and thinking you can do more than you actually can.