LJ,

Thank you for such a nice, comforting post! It makes me feel better knowing that there are other people out there going through the same struggles as me. Sometimes I look around and it seems as if everyone else has their lives completely put together, which makes me feel panicked and even more alone. It’s nice to know that someone understands what I’m going through. I’m so glad we found this site and can support each other!

I really like your idea of making a list of positive things and carrying it around. I definitely will start doing that. And you are right – going through challenging times is what will ultimately make us stronger. Change is just so difficult! And I agree that sometimes a good cry can really help. Lately, I’ve been feeling like crying a lot – but I try to hold it in so that my family doesn’t worry about me. I like that I can open up to you here and just say exactly what I’m feeling. It seems like I wake up everyday with butterflies in my stomach – that uncomfortable sense of sadness mixed with anxiety and nervousness. I hope it goes away soon.

We must remember that we will eventually be okay. And I am here anytime you need to vent, too!

-Chelsea