I began my journey 15 years ago after my 40th birthday. I wasn’t handling turning 40 very well. I felt like I was having a nervous breakdown. I mean shaking in my shoes kinda nervous breakdown! That’s when the panic attacks began. I had no idea what was going on. The attacks weren’t bad at first. They would come and go. But then, I had one for 3 straight days and I couldn’t function. I couldn’t leave the house. I couldn’t drive. I was paralyzed with fear. I prayed and prayed all the time. I cried out to God. “What is happening to me? I am so scared! I don’t understand what is going on inside of me. Help me!” So, I went to the doctor and she told me I was experiencing panic attacks. She gave me medication to take to help with the symptoms and sent me home. Continue reading “Let the Journey Begin”
journey to joy 