Posted by john berk on January 28, 2006, at 8:17:36
In reply to feeling low...need some support, posted by dimple on January 28, 2006, at 6:55:06
Hi Dimple!!
i think "chrissi" gave a great answer, i hope i can add something here to help!!
i do know that when i worked full-time, i would more than expect a great weekend, plenty of drinks and dating, and when nothing was "planned", or i had nothing exciting to do, i felt like a social failure, and would also be angry at myself!!
although i don't suffer from it, [i have depression, and ocd] remember you are being treated for social anxiety, and maybe just getting out a taking in a movie, or visiting a friend, would be a good step, it would help you with s.a., and give you much needed activity to keep you from feeling low!!i guess, what i am saying , is that i always had high expectations for the weekend, when those weren't met, i was down on myself!!
but just being home relaxing and reading, without the stress of work, can be enjoyable too, it took me awhile to realize that!!
i hope you are able to get out and about this weekend, good luck...john
btw, i take klonopin also, it is supposedly one of the best meds for social anxiety!!!
poster:john berk
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