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Just really wanted to put it out there if it's not already clear....
Thank you for creating this community.
It has helped me tremendously in dealing with anxieties and depression as a result of my asthma. Before finding this site I was literally in a state of complete solitude.. Sure there are millions of people with asthma but their voices didn't reach me, and vice versa. I don't have friends or family with this condition so oftentimes they could not offer advice nor provide me with the support I so desperately needed. I was sad, and even contemplated ending my life because it got so bad at one point. But I knew I had to stay strong for the sake of the people I loved and seeking help in any way I can is crucial.
So if anyone is new here, I know we may not know each other personally but I'm here for you if you have anxieties and uncertainties dealing with your symptoms. Please don't hesitate to reach out. I want to help out others as you guys have helped me. Things are improving but I'm still asthmatic and everyday there's a reminder it's lurking around the corner. But I'm happy to say I'm dealing with it a heck of a lot better than I did a few months back.
Hi Erin - and thanks so much for sharing your story and candid feelings here with the community. It is gratifying to hear the value and positive support you find in our online community and so openly conveyed to us here.
It is WE who should be thanking YOU for now wanting to give back!
Please know you are always welcome here and, if there is anything more we can assist you with, just let me or any other moderator / team member know.
I hope to continue to see your active participation here, moving forward, as you are able to.
Warmest regards,
Leon (site moderator asthma.net)
Hi again Erin - glad to hear you are in it for the 'long haul'!
We hope to be able to continue the long-term relationship ,moving forward.
Have a good weekend!
Leon (site moderator asthma.net)
I appreciate you being so open about some of your deepest personal feelings. It takes a strong person to offer up your life experience. I honor your courage.
Your offer to support others who may be going through this kind of pain is both generous and kind.
Continued good good health to you.
KYou are so kind. I'm trying to be strong, I've a lot of bad days followed by some more peaceful days. There's a lot of things tossed at me here and there and sometimes I think life is all too much for one to bear.
I read a few weeks back that you weren't feeling too well? I hope you're doing much better now. I'm sure you have a great support system offline but know that we are here for you too if you wish to vent. Wishing you well!
Thank you I am feeling much better. Sorry to say, due to my age, 70, besides my husband and sister my offline support is limited in number but not in love. The reason your being so open is I have had some of the same feelings. There have been times when my asthma and bronchitas seemed to go on forever. This would lead me to isolation, depression and anxiety. I don't think prednisone helped.
Like you, I would get to the edge but faith and love for family and others brought me back.
Your courage has allowed me to express these feelings for the first time. For me, I found some benefit from short term counseling. I learned tools and strategies to deal with a chronic disease and the emotional issues that can accompany it. Realize this is not the answer for everyone. But has helped me.
However, each day brings it challenges . Some Big and some small. I just try to take some time out, and come to this wonderful supportive community.
Hope this isn't too much information.
Look to your strengths,
K
when you said limited number but not limited in love, it makes me think of the sentiment that our quality of friends is much more important than the quantity. It's a life lesson that takes a long time to learn, I think! We have much to learn from each other no matter where we are in life. Definitely not too much information, as we're all pretty open here about the difficulties we face, otherwise we wouldn't be here! I hope to move past this with a combination of love, support, and just plain ol' thick skin, we need to be tough for ourselves too. Continuing to support everyone here with lots of unlimited love and good vibes!
Your comment made me smile! Thank you so much for sharing such kindness with the community. It really means a lot to us as staff members when we hear how we are making a difference for all of you. This site is truly about the people, and we wouldn't be successful without you! I'm glad that we are a safe place to land. Sending hugs your way! - Melissa, asthma.net team Sending hugs right back! Thank you for your warmth and support, here for you guys always!
