Hello everyone, my name's Rhian
I'm looking at a move to Brighton very soon and will definitely be coming along to some of the meets. It will be a relief to be amongst other people who will be able to identify with some of the anxiety issues I have faced over many years. My anxiety manifests itself in various ways (travel, public speaking, general lack of confidence although weirdly I can also feel quite confident in myself too). I've been told that my issues are really difficult to deal with in a relationship, so I really want to make good headway with them now and feel more free of them. I've had various forms of therapy over the years, but what i've come to realise is what works best is self-belief, belief in me by those around me, encouragement and the courage to just do the things I am scared of. Though obviously this is easier said than done.
I'd really love some mates to help me with particularly the travel issues, as I do find it easier with someone who understands. This would be with a view to building up my confidence and doing it more and more. I had some panic attacks on the trains from London to Brighton some years ago and since then i haven't done the journey.
Also, this may amuse you... although it was not funny at the time atall! I once had such a bad panic while staying at The Grand Hotel on my own that I went down to reception in the middle of the night (in my pyjamas) and instructed them to order me a doctor to take me away in a white van! Needless to say, they didn't do this, but the concierge did deliver me some Valium on a silver tray that had been shipped over via taxi from God knows where... hideous experience, but an amusing story now
Anyway, look forward to meeting everyone when I move to Brighton which I hope will be in the next few weeks.
Rhian x
