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Freedom From Fear
I have been afraid since January 2nd. That is when in an office visit my doctor heard my heart, took an office EKG, and rushed me over to the cardiologist. I see the cardiologist tomorrow. My deceased parents would be upset at me for not having the faith to overcome fear and anxiety. So am I. No matter what information I find out through these forums, it comes down to the struggle between fear and faith. I am not a religious fanatic but what I hope to realize from all this fear, is that this period of my life will be a turning point and I will not be in fear now and from now on. I have been a coward too long and cowards die a thousand times a day.
I heard this in church on Sunday.
Fear is 'False Expectations Appearing Real'! I hate my heart symptoms, and I used to worry 24/7 that I wouldn't wake up in the morning...I am a single parent with an eight year old and I even taught him how to phone his Nana, and I would leave the key inside the front door in case he comes through and can't wake me up. How terrible is that for someone to have to go through every night in life, and all day too. And yet, God tells us believers not to live in fear.
We all have to go one day..and hey, I don't want to sound morbid, but death is no disaster for God, look what He did on the cross. Nor should it be for us. If death is the ultimate result of these heart symptoms for me, then so be it. His will be done. I am no religious nut case either...but I have learned His peace recently. And you know? I feel great. His peace is the best medicine.
Best to you
Fear is 'False Expectations Appearing Real'! I hate my heart symptoms, and I used to worry 24/7 that I wouldn't wake up in the morning...I am a single parent with an eight year old and I even taught him how to phone his Nana, and I would leave the key inside the front door in case he comes through and can't wake me up. How terrible is that for someone to have to go through every night in life, and all day too. And yet, God tells us believers not to live in fear.
We all have to go one day..and hey, I don't want to sound morbid, but death is no disaster for God, look what He did on the cross. Nor should it be for us. If death is the ultimate result of these heart symptoms for me, then so be it. His will be done. I am no religious nut case either...but I have learned His peace recently. And you know? I feel great. His peace is the best medicine.
Best to you
God bless you - I know how it is to live with fear. You have inspired me to try more each day to conquer fear in my own life. I am so glad your results were good.
Stacy
Stacy
Just got back from my appointment with the cardiologist and I promised I would keep you posted. Good news. The Echo showed a healthy heart. I had an EKG and I was all over the place with heart rate and arrythmia, like 130-97-112. She gave me a prescription for Digoxin and increased my dosage on Cartia. I also had good therapeutic numbers on my lab tests re Cumidin which if I maintain, I will have cardioversion on February 19th. I might look into a psychotrophic med for my anxiety as I know how it effects my heart rate. I suppose I could just go with Ativan which I have plenty of from my panic attack episodes.
Now comes the tough part, where the real work begins. There is a reason this is happening, a sign that what I was doing, is not working. I think it has to do with faith and not being afraid anymore. To live. Otherwise, this whole thing is an exercise in futility.
I'll finish with this one last thought. I went into her office today riding on each and everyone of your giant shoulders. The only way I can thank you is to live, to really live my life the way I know I can. You are all important to me and thank you for caring and yes, even loving me.
Now comes the tough part, where the real work begins. There is a reason this is happening, a sign that what I was doing, is not working. I think it has to do with faith and not being afraid anymore. To live. Otherwise, this whole thing is an exercise in futility.
I'll finish with this one last thought. I went into her office today riding on each and everyone of your giant shoulders. The only way I can thank you is to live, to really live my life the way I know I can. You are all important to me and thank you for caring and yes, even loving me.
i'm with you, too! though our health problems are frustrating for you and all of us here on the forum, the only thing we have control over is the grace with which we handle them. good luck! everyone here wishes you well. keep us posted! :)
Gee, you guys really care! I've never felt so much caring from perfect strangers...make that perfect friends.
I am a few hours from visiting the cardiologist and I feel scared but great. I am on this train but I am not steering. I've let go like being on top of the roller coaster. It will be fine.
Thank you.
I am a few hours from visiting the cardiologist and I feel scared but great. I am on this train but I am not steering. I've let go like being on top of the roller coaster. It will be fine.
Thank you.
What a refreshing attitude!! Good luck with your appointment. There are a number of us who have been "urgently" directed to a cardiologist only to find out we had a manageable "condition." Best of luck! Keep up the great attitude!
amen to that! GOOD LUCK with your appointment tomorrow!! be sure to keep us posted!
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