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janedoe2Senior Contributor
I recently was driving past an old abuser that I haven't seen in years. The thought of this person would usually cause the beginning of a panic attack. This day....a complete non-response. No palpitations, racing thoughts.....waiting to freak out.
For the firsr time in my life I wasn't afraid! That person no longer has power over me! It is very nice to be free!
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Unknown userMember
@janedoe2 I am glad to hear that you feel this is a liberation. How brilliant to feel free of that link to panic that has come up before!
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OwlunarSenior Contributor
Thanks for sharing this @janedoe2
It is good to hear - I hope you continue to grow - how liberating
All the best for your future -
Dec
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BlueBaySenior Contributor
Hi @janedoe2 so glad that you’re able to feel great about this. The feeling of being free must be so liberating.
All the best xx
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
way to go @janedoe2 and sending you lots of hugs
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