Support Groups

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Hey!

During the last session with my therapist she recommended that I attend a support group for my codependency and found a meeting for me. Having social anxiety, the idea of attending a meeting with a bunch of strangers terrified me so I did a little research and I found out that they held online meetings! I can't even tell you how much of a relief that was for me. I signed up that day and also attended my first online meeting. I didn't really participate because I was nervous but I observed how the others interacted in the group. Everyone was welcomed and the moderator asked if there was anyone who would like to share. A couple of people responded and each took a turn telling the group about what they were going through at the time. There was no judgment. It was just an open, safe space for everyone to share their stories. I will be attending my second meeting tonight. Perhaps I'll share tonight. Wish me luck!

I know it's tough feeling like you are going through this alone. Especially if you find it difficult to talk to your friends or family about it. The reason that these groups are formed is so that way you know that you're not alone. It provides you a community of people who know exactly what you're going through and who can relate to you. You should never have to feel like you have to do this by yourself so, I will provide you guys with two links in a separate page on the left hand side of my blog to the support group pages that I've found. 

With Love & Support,
Anxiety Girl - xoxo

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