thanks for your support. i’m starting to feel more positive about going out in public and interacting with people.this is the first time in several years that i’ve had such powerful anxiety that i’m afraid to mingle in public. the thought of sitting in an AA meeting is SO frightening. my therapist/pain doctor is using cognitive behavioral therapy to help me..i really need to get my spirituality in check. even my therapist/doctor said that where i am there is no room for spirituality because i’m so self-absorbed with my anxiety..that hit a nerve! i’m certainly going to pray today and go on a meditative walk thru my pretty neighborhood-this puts me in a good space to talk to my higher power. i really love spending time with nature.