Trying to Remain Calm

This weekend was a really good one with almost no anxiety or stomach issues. The weather here is beautiful, typical summer weather. Friday night we had a quiet evening at home. Saturday we cleaned the cars up and did some cleaning and work in the yard. Then my son and 3 year old grandson came over. We had a great time playing in the yard and watching him play in the water and ride his tricycle that was mine, then my kids. Yesterday was grocery and clothes shopping. I had to get some pants for a work trip I have to leave for this afternoon for 2 days, 2 hours away. With all the of the anxiety I've had lately, I've avoiding the clothes shopping like a plague. Now I had no choice. I went though and got what I needed plus a couple things I wanted. No anxiety at all! Now I just have to get through the next two days. I'm not doing the driving but will be with the rest of the people on my team and have to keep the calm face on. The weekend was great being busy with my boyfriend around the house and shopping, then time with my son and grandson. Now to keep it going away from home and in crowded places for the next 2 days.

Good for you! Keep that thought of having NO anxiety in that situation, and know you can do it. I kept that image in my mind (of being calm in a situation that could have caused anxiety for me) and replayed it many times. Then things started to get better. Now I don't even think about it before going out somewhere. Keep it up.