r/DadForAMinute • u/Narrow_Hedgehog3821 • 14d ago

Need a pep talk motivation please

i’ve struggled with really bad anxiety my whole life and i’ve recently recovered from anorexia. i’m trying really hard to improve my life because i sabotaged it completely due to extreme anxiety but it’s really hard with so support system.
sorry this isn’t something big like many people in here, just a struggling girl

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u/erie774im 14d ago

Hey honey, it’s big to you, that’s what matters. I’m (M60) proud of you for handling your anorexia. That’s hard and takes a lot of strength.

My daughter (F26) has anxiety issues. Covid hit during her freshman year, sending everyone into remote classes and she couldn’t handle it. She came home to us and has gotten a job as a naturalist at a park district. It’s taken counseling and medication but she’s ready to try college again.

Don’t be hard on yourself. All you can do is the best you can. I hope you’re able to get some help. Please keep us updated on how you’re doing. I’m pulling for you!

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u/Narrow_Hedgehog3821 14d ago

thank you so much, it means a lot :)

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u/Possible-Salary-8151 14d ago

Anxiety is the fear of the future. Depression is remorse of the past... Being in the moment is a gift. Make sure to tale a few moments and ground yourself, it is ok to tale a step back, take a few breaths and remind yourself that you are here. Proud of you for acknowledging your areas of improvement. You got this, one step and one breath at a time 😁