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I realize somewhere in the world, ferry rides can be anywhere from two hours or more.
I once had to drive to port and take a 20 min ferry ride across the water to/from work. Back then, it was the most miserable 20 min (times two) of my day. I was full of panic before, during and after the ride. It wasnt until I was off the ferry and headed home for the day, that I would settle down.
Folks,
You may have had this similar experience or may be experiencing something like this now. Being at a place where you feel trapped and no where to run.
All this I had to deal with before I learned about cbt.
One day, after leaving the ferry to go home, I immediately checked into the ER at my local hospital. I was a total wreck. I couldnt breathe, my chest hurt, I was shaking uncontrollably, and the thought of dropping dead at any moment raced thru my mind. It was a little embarrassing and quite pitiful. It was like the elephant cowering from a little mouse.
Needless to say, I saw the psych, got medications, and a little paperback book from his office library, "The Anxiety Disease".
I popped the pills he gave me before I got to my car and spent the next hour reading the book before I even started home.
Education, understanding, and awareness about this condition helped a great deal.
I learned about cbt and it was a big help.
If you've ever felt as bad as I was, by all means get to the ER. Get help, but learn some coping strategies. In due time, the p/a will be less frequent, and less intense.
I got better. So can you.
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