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Jen, You're story brightened my morning! You'll never know where you'll find the support you need, and it's great to know that there are still wonderful, caring people out there. I bet you'll soon be finding that even though you're younger than you're co-workers, you'll be helping them out too in ways you wouldn't have thought of. :)

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Hi!! I had the same problems as many of you have mentioned in the workplace. I worked full time (40-45hours a week) as a waitress in a farm bakery this summer. My anxiety was so bad at work that one day i felt I was going to explode if someone couldn't help talk me through it. I found it quite hard because I'm only 18 and everyone who works there is at least 35-40. I finally opened up to one of my coworkers (actually I was sobbing at the time) and she was wonderful. She talked me through the attack and rubbed my back comfortingly. I had to go home from work that day and compose myself and I was shocked that a few hours after I left, the baker called me and told me she dealt with severe panic disorder and agorophobia for years. She was so sweet and told me all the things I should do to calm down: chamomile tea, hot bath, funny movie ect. ect. The next day I went back to work, completely terrified of course (I always have trouble going back after a particularily hard day) and was surprised with the recetption. Three other employee's came up and hugged me, telling me that they also suffer/suffered from panic disorder over the years. One of the ladies was presently on Paxil. Now they are my support system away from home. Yes, I still have hard days at work but they should get better eventually (I hope lol ) the the attack are fewer and ****her inbetween. My boss also worked with my schedule so that I only work 16-20 hours a week. This is perfect for me and I recently aquired a second job working with horses eight hours a week. So after my rambly story LOL the moral is that when you open up, you never know what type of friends you can find. These people at work have become life long friends. Good luck Jen

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I work full time and mostly have problems with driving, but all of my co-workers know.

for 20 år siden 0 +0 / -0 30

I totally agree with you, Sky, about making a joke out of things (of course this doesn't work with everybody, but you'd be surprised). This not only makes the other person feel better, but it makes you feel better too - laughter is definitely one of the best stress relievers there is. Have a great day!! :)

for 20 år siden 0 +0 / -0 239

hehe It is wonderful :) If you're worried about the students lack of understanding. They're old enough to understand but ya know, kids can be cruel. So make a joke out of it. I'm a big believer that the way to earn respect is to comunicate at a persons level. Feeling out situations is something I think us panic sufferers become quite good at. lol. Take care and good luck! :)

for 20 år siden 0 +0 / -0 17

Thank you all so much- I think it was Betty who said something I did - I feel out clients. Most of them are very approachable and understanding- it's just awkward when I have minors I teach- from nine to seventeen, but I also think they will understand if I'm having a bad day at a show. I figure I will explain to them my disorder and should it affect my day, they will not have to pay me. It's tough for me, as I need to earn money to survive, but I also want my students to come first. :D thanks! This board is just wonderful!!

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Darkhorse, Recently I had to leave college due to my panic and anxiety. Though I've had PD for awhile, I just started telling people about it a few months ago. My profs at school were all very understanding and supportive, though school eventually became too much for me and I had to leave. When I told friends they were mostly very supportive and willing to help in any way. They also told me things about themselves that were deeply personal that I don't think they would've told me had I not opened up about my problem first. Also, when you tell people, its amazing how many people will say they know someone else who has the same problem. You feel even less alone and it takes the burden and embarrassment out of hiding it all the time. Good luck to you. Sarah

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Hi Darkhorse, I work full time in an office. I have two friends there that know about my situation (one is the motherly, comforting type, so it was easy to tell her) and one is this guy around my age who is good for comic relief and chocolate. I can turn to either of them, as well as my boss who is very understanding - we have a very laid back office, so he'll "talk me down" for as long as it takes. I feel very fortunate to have a good support system at work (especially since my family isn't as good of one - and I live alone, so that's rough too), but I do understand any apprehension with talking to someone at work. I think you could try and "feel out" your clients - sometimes you just know who will be understanding. I pretty much told my boss when I was having an attack at work. Later I thought it was not such a bad thing for him to know in case he noticed me acting "weird". Sorry I can't be of more help. Let us know how things go for you - good luck! Take care. betty

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Thanks for the tips! I should tell you all I'm a teacher actually, of sports and go to different shows with students- the adults are easy to explain this to, but teens aren't as easy, as I do have a role to show as the 'support system'. I did manage to show a horse and help a client a few years back and it was fun and I had no trouble, but they were also aware of my problems and had someone there to wisk me away if need be. Now, I'll be taking clients to bigger shows, with more chaos and I'm a bit wary. I think I will talk to these girls, as they are mature and will understand if I can't attend some of the ****her shows. Honesty is my best policy, but it's hard to maintain proffesionalism at the same time. Sigh. I wish I'd had family support. Ugh..such a loooonnng story

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Dear hopeful, Its great to hear you have so much family support. It must be tough when your panic attacks effect your job. Have you used the tools to the left of your screen, you should give it a try. Let me know if I can help. Take care, Susanne

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