The struggle is worse the older you get.

  • lightnsfw@reddthat.com
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    1 day ago

    “what’s the worst that could happen” when you reach for alcohol vs simply talking to people and letting yourself naturally settle.

    I’ve literally done this hundreds of times. I don’t enjoy it. At best I’m just on on edge. At worst I’m having actual panic attacks.

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      22 hours ago

      I have Panic and Anxiety. I know the feeling quite well and it I don’t always overcome it.

      Like anything else, it’s a skill you can learn.

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        17 hours ago

        Yeah, I’ve been tanking this shit at work all day long for 25 years. I think I’m about as good at it as I’m going to get.