My partner and I bought a motor home to travel ..unfortunately since her passing ..iv tried twice to start the trip we planned but turned back ...I dont share easily with family or friends re my anxiety like to ask in this forum has any one eles experienced simalor condition
Hi John, I've got a van well set up for bush camping. I suffer mild anxiety. I'm also a home bod. After about 10 days I'm ready to go home.
I plan my trips within a 500 klm radius of home. You don't know what's close to home until you start exploring.
I go away for a week or so then home for a couple of weeks. Simply do what you feel comfortable with, but get out & enjoy the great outdoors, it's very therapeutic, better than any medication.
Cheers Pete
Hi John, I was going to comment but noticed you still haven't replied to the replies to your question further down the page about your Galaxy phone question. I for one and still left hanging as to if you have sorted your pics problem yet? Maybe slip back to that and let us know mate.
-- Edited by Dougwe on Wednesday 27th of April 2016 04:18:11 PM
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Hi John. I didn't go anywhere except to friends in the country for the first 18 months that I had my Campervan. Then one day another friend who has her own 'van, came to visit, and said "I'm going to Cairns tomorrow, why don't you come too ?" [I live near Rockhampton, CQ.] Scrambled to organise for more than an overnight stay, and took off the next morning.
Needless to say, I got the "Bug" very quickly, and didn't want to come home. Had one longer trip down to Victoria and back. Do shorter trips periodically, but can't wait till I can get on the road and just keep going.
Cheers,
Sheba.
-- Edited by Sheba on Wednesday 27th of April 2016 07:16:46 PM
Panic and anxiety are a condition that can be treated successfully by your doctor. It can be caused by a multitude of things, and can start without warning.
As a sufferer, diagnosed this year, and now being treated and learning to live with my condition, I would make an appointment and discuss it with your doctor.
You are not alone and can be helped!
-- Edited by TheHeaths on Wednesday 27th of April 2016 08:14:15 PM
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I found, when I was diagnosed after my firey aircraft accident, that the medication helped and then I was able to wean off the meds as I learned to cope with the onset of anxiousness as it presented itself from time to time.
Firstly you have my sympathy on the loss of your partner
As you can see from reading the posts above, as well as your post on the SOLO site, this forum has some very friendly members
I can assure you from first hand experience that the same types of friendly people, are travelling this great country of ours.
I can only suggest what others have already said
Start off with travelling on very short trips, knowing that it will only be a short drive home, if you feel uncomfortable, in that free/low cost/paid camp
Stay in that place for a few days, instead of just an overnight stop.
Say hello to those travellers who are parked near you, as they could be very shy people, waiting for others to speak first.
I wish you all the best in whatever you decide to do
Prescription drugs can be very useful, John, but make sure you get a referral to a good psychologist. They will help you learn to cope. Meditation can also be useful. And yes, I am speaking from personal experience.
I used to take my wife out to the Willows Mall every Thursday for a coffee and a cake whenever she was up to it. After Thea passed away which was four years ago I found it hard to leave the house and especially go to the mall. I would drive down to the Mall, park the car, sit there for a few minutes and then come straight back home. I would do my shopping at the smaller shopping centre which is not far from home.
I was not able to leave the house for any duration. Fortunately I had a good GP and after seeing him he arranged for me to see a psychologist. It took a couple of months before I had the confidence to travel around town without having an anxiety attack. Two years after Thea passed away I drove to Brisbane, Lowood and Coffs Harbour to see my other daughters and some friends.
I am now preparing my house for sale, having a knee operation and with the blessing and motivation of my daughters and family will be heading out to see this great country. This does not mean I dont have second thoughts occasionally but I am finding it easier to cope and move ahead.
Thank you for your input im going to take the short trip advice ....not sure exactly were but was hesitant in posting but glad I have
Thank you cheers john
Than you Dougwe and others re your advise and apologize slow reply ..I only have the galaxy which im still learning you put a lot of effort re your advise ..and I appreciate it ...Voda shop assited ..
Hi john, firstly, so sorry for your loss. A hard time for you. Secondly, glad u have decided to take a short trip. The fun now is deciding where. Camp 8 book is a good resource to get. Good luck n enjoy. Regards. Rocket n strop
