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AIBU to feel proud after managing a solo walk?

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QuestionableMouse · 24/08/2026 19:57

I've been struggling with anxiety and agoraphobia since my mum died in Jan. I haven't left my flat for more than a few minutes since her funeral in Feb.

I've just walked around my block six times by myself and didn't panic. Feeling very proud of myself at the moment! I know it's on a tiny thing but it genuinely feels like a huge accomplishment! 🥳🥳😁😁

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SaltedCaramelGu · 28/08/2026 20:51

QuestionableMouse · 24/08/2026 19:57

I've been struggling with anxiety and agoraphobia since my mum died in Jan. I haven't left my flat for more than a few minutes since her funeral in Feb.

I've just walked around my block six times by myself and didn't panic. Feeling very proud of myself at the moment! I know it's on a tiny thing but it genuinely feels like a huge accomplishment! 🥳🥳😁😁

I'm so proud of you!!

I haven't left the house alone in years. I hope I can do this someday!

AbzMoz · 28/08/2026 20:51

QuestionableMouse · 28/08/2026 20:29

Ahhhh I did it again and went even further this time! 🤯🥳🥳🥳

Bit hard to see but I walked around the block of flats a couple of times and then went gradually further! It was just over 1km tonight 🤯🤯🤯🤯

Brilliant! 🎉

excelledyourself · 28/08/2026 20:53

Well done, OP. You’re doing great. Good luck.

OneNewEagle · 28/08/2026 22:11

So pleased for you OP.

JMSA · 28/08/2026 22:30

Well-done! x

QuestionableMouse · 28/08/2026 23:14

Thank you! 🥰🥰🥰

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QuestionableMouse · 28/08/2026 23:14

I'm thinking I might be brave tomorrow and try a walk to the shop 😅😅😅

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DDivaStar · 28/08/2026 23:19

Honestly well done, self motivation is so hard. Keep exploring, gently.

I hope you find so much joy in your walks.

Alittlebitofthebauble · 28/08/2026 23:24

Well done my love. I'm also navigating grief and it's so difficult to motivate yourself isn't it? I'm so bloody tired all the time. Walking and being in nature is such a mood lifter though. You should be very proud of yourself for getting out. Onwards and upwards! 😊

TheHatOfHappiness · 28/08/2026 23:25

This is fantastic and you did so well 💚

Soonflower · 28/08/2026 23:30

Wow OP. What amazing progress, you should be delighted with yourself 🥳

spiderlight · 28/08/2026 23:32

Well done again!!

Namenamchange · 29/08/2026 10:40

Well done, such an achievement.

QuestionableMouse · 29/08/2026 11:28

Thank you! It feels good to have done it! 😁😁😁

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BCBird · 29/08/2026 11:55

That's great OP. Daffodil

BCBird · 29/08/2026 11:55

Couldn't find a bunch of flowers- u deserve a bouquet Smile

Comtesse · 29/08/2026 12:00

Well done OP so glad you are making these changes Flowers

Maray1967 · 29/08/2026 12:01

This will give you great confidence. Now you know that even if you miss a couple of days due to illness you can still get back into it when you’re well. You are a person who goes out for walks and fresh air - that is now part of who you are.

Sahara123 · 29/08/2026 12:30

This is such a lovely thing to read, brought a tear to my eye ! You’ve had such a hard time , well done for getting out !
One step at a time, you can do this xx

chefde · 29/08/2026 12:33

That’s a huge achievement! Well done!!

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