Saying Goodbye...

[idontfeelreal]

I thought I posted this last night, but I must have fallen asleep. Tomorrow I will be deleting my account permanently for a few reasons.


My lowest point in my struggle with Emetophobia was about 3 years ago and today I am in the best, strongest place I have been since I was at my worst. I will always battle with this phobia to a certain degree, mainly the habits that I have developed with it more than anything, but I have been able to put it on a shelf in the back of my brain. It's there, but I do not allow it to control or interfere with my life and it's not something I think about nearly as often as I would, sometimes not at all. Working on reducing stress, coping naturally with my depression, staying busy with both my business and retail job, surrounding myself only with positive people and activity, weeding out all negative influences and having an amazingly supportive boyfriend of 2.5 years who is very understanding of this phobia (I truly am so lucky in that department) has all helped me tremendously in conquering Emetophobia and taking back my life!


I have opted against keeping this account as a back-up plan because I have been really sad and disappointed to see how these forums are sometimes being used by some people. This website wasn't intended for judgment, disrespect, arguments, and other childish behavior and I find it really unfortunate to see it becoming a more common occurrence. It's not something that should be an issue in a self-help forum as it's just counteractive for anyone.


Since I have been away from this forum for so long, I really haven't been in touch with a lot of the newer members, but regardless I wish everyone here equally so much happiness, health, peace, strength, and success in their recovery process and generally in life. It's hard for us to see the light when we are struggling in such a dark place, but never give up hope that you can find it and never give up on yourself!


Best of luck to everyone!
Emily