4 Powerful Steps To Overcome Agoraphobia

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Description: Agoraphobia can come in many forms from fear of leaving your house, to fear of crowds and even public transport. Agoraphobia sufferers are normally between the ages of 25 and 35 but cases of younger and older sufferers are common as well.
Agoraphobia is diagnosed through the signs and symptoms. Symptoms include dizziness, choking feelings, panic and extreme anxiety, chest pains and more. Many times agoraphobia and depression go hand in hand which was the case for me during my 31 day journey with agoraphobia.
In this video I want to share how I dealt with the depression as well as the agoraphobia head on. The 4 steps outlined in this video will begin the journey towards desensitization for you. With every step you complete the next step will look much more attainable, and a sense of self believe will begin.
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[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

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[@patriciaferrini8652]

The Anxiety Guy ssr what it is ? I am agoraphobia because i have shame of this that i am not able to do. Avoid to be around man ... they make jokes on me... I am scared of heights, to be alone, i am dyslexic and it does allow me to be confident of my writting...

[@nehaarora3309]

One of the best video i got....i am suffering from depression...agoraphobia n panic disorder...from very long...is there anything you can do for me.

[@martincatchpole57]

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[@Sanajan594]

It is really hard to deal with that I hope 🤞 one day I feel better

[@Sanajan594]

The Anxiety Guy you are strong 💪 man it is really hard to deal I have

[@pinoyako888]

I hate agoraphobia when I go take a walk and realize how far I'm from my house I start to panic and wondering if I could make it safe back to my house without passing out

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Hope this channel can get you moving in a whole other direction Roy.

[@batman18450]

Roy Cayanan Do you feel off balance or like your legs will give up or walking a bit like you're drunk?

[@rdawg3630]

I deal with the same thing my friend. I hope you are feeling better.

[@bernardfitton4088]

yeah got that too walking out balance and little like a drunk. loose concentration and soo much fear in open spaces..

[@emiljano313]

i have been dealing with this 6 months now...

[@jsmitala89]

Does anyone freak out when it’s hot outside? I feel really scared, faint, dizzy and in danger in summer. I feel like no one else really experiences this :(

[@georgia3465]

Julie S yes!!! Huge for me ... heat sensitivity... I’ve been working with a homeopath and seen some progress ... I’m in the winter months now ... but will get a better idea in the summer

[@yvetteg7413]

Yes feel like I can't breath

[@rosierb852]

Omg same! I was just telling my partner that I hate summer because I feel more exposed. Sweaty and just uncomfortable. I only go out with my partner most times and people are usually nice, but I’m by myself I kinda feel like people would harm me emotionally or even physically. I attempted to start running over the past 2 weeks and it has been difficult. I’m too afro mad to go for a 2-3 mile run from home.

[@rafaelguzman5876]

Same when it’s hot I start hyperventilating

[@chanelc95]

Omg yes!!

[@russellhume4435]

I had agoraphobia from aged 21-32 and it was as bad as you can get..Pretty much housebound apart from going to work...But even bus rides, being a passenger in a car etc would induce panic. Like many I lost friends, felt hopeless and lost...Everything most people enjoy, such as movies, dinner out, shopping, socializing etc etc was as much fun as going to the dentist to get a root canal. ( And thats another story when you have agoraphobia ). So I went to psychotherapists, hypnotherapists etc and nothing worked. I felt they could never understand what we go through unless they had themselves, and they hadn't. So I told myself my brain gave me this, and only I can cure myself. I took back the power for a start. I also decided to not go down the medication route to cope. Long story short...I 'decided' to reframe my thoughts....Instead of fearing fear ( thus avoiding panic inducing scenarios which in my case was almost everything ) I decided to alter my thinking and actually look forward to feeling fear and panic...Yep, by doing so it took away its power...little by little...Think of it like this...Youre scared of the thought of parachuting but you face the fear and do it anyway...As scared as you are, you make the decision to jump...and then you do it again and again and again...and little by little youre no longer scared...you might even start to look forward to it. You would never get to that point of enjoying it if you never made the first jump due to letting fear have power over you. It takes huge courage but it was a matter of taking baby steps and maybe picking one thing to work on...

[@hithere4484]

Yup. That's exposure therapy..its hats but it works

[@CrownOfbeautyy]

I will try this 😫😭

[@Mabbi54]

So encouraging, thank you!

[@CrownOfbeautyy]

Marieke Abbing I tryed this and 3 days in a row going outside for a bit ! Feels good facing fear uncomfortable at first

[@janinecunningham2]

Hope you are doing okay

[@johntucker267]

This hit me a month ago but tonight I’m going out and I’m beating this!!! The Lord is with me God bless you all

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

John Tucker 🙏❤️🙏❤️

[@johntucker267]

The Anxiety Guy I want you to know that I’m winning I’m actually staying 30 minutes away from my house right now!!! I’ve been making myself go for drives and whenever I feel the urge to speed home I pull over and park the car and make myself sit there. Also a lot of help from God

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Extract the valuable lessons learned from that experience @@johntucker267 and you're well on your way to freedom.

[@CrownOfbeautyy]

John Tucker it’s been going on 3 months I don’t leave my house ! I decided I’m going to fight !!!! GOD HELP ME SET ME FREE

[@danielowen4288]

@@johntucker267 how are you 2 years on?

[@voxaza]

This phobia mad me lose my social life my friends, it's ruining my life :(

[@spiky-seeds-]

me too

[@Dhiwa30]

Same here... Literally im losing my life...

[@TheLarch]

Me too

[@willjones4199]

Same

[@inni_k7767]

Same :/

[@KuruContinuum]

31 days, try 5 years

[@nicoleazarath20]

KuruContinuum it’s not a competition but hey you both shared the same struggle.. hope things start to change for you. Going into theaters has been a struggle for me for 8 years... yet I still go

[@uso9370]

How are you doing today? Have you gotten better or made any progress since u last made this comment?

[@janinecunningham2]

I don't think he even had it just bullshit

[@saggioculo5386]

Going on 30 years....yup...30 years. Haven't given up...just keep trying.

[@saggioculo5386]

@Robin Tiefel more "comfortable" is a harsh truth. Being afraid to face your greatest fear is truly hard to do and after years you're not only trying to fight the fear but now also trying to break a bad habit of returning to your safe place when you got scared. Add PTSD and OCD into the mix and it's one hell of a fight.

[@laurachristian5244]

I've been housebound for 3 years now. I only go in my back garden. It rules my life 😩

[@PinkLadyCrafts]

Laura Christian Just wanted to send my love. I have had agoraphobia for 14 years now 😢 I'm 35 and married. No kids due to this. I hope you manage to improve x

[@laurachristian5244]

Candy MintApple thank you so much♥️. Unfortunately I'm in the same position my partner would love children but I'm just incapable to go through all of that. I hope you're life is full of happiness now♥️♥️♥️

[@emiljano313]

dont stay like that, get angry and defeated it ... thats how im doing it i didnt get out of my home for 4 months now im going out more having dinners with friends going to the shop etc etc.. sorry for my english is not my native language ... i did it many others have done it and you can do it too .. face your fears or watch your limits

[@Michael_Jopling]

Have you beaten it yet

[@sharoncross1297]

same x

[@lisathomas6725]

I feel for everyone, whose comments i have read.........and also, somehow comforted noticing i am not alone..its been over 10 years for me, and gotten worse in the last few years. .. this video was helpful to listen too. Cheers

[@xyoungdipsetx]

I feel like I lost a lot of my life. I been stuck in my house for months. It’s hard for me to go out just to go to the store or take out the trash. I can’t even be consistent with keeping a job. My life is so small

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Joseph This channel will help you greatly, don’t ever give up on yourself as one piece of information that speaks deeply to you could change everything. ❤️

[@LaportiaRisingupnow]

You're not alone sending healing energy to you three years later hope you are well

[@justachonkyspider]

Omg, I hate taking the trash out too cuz that's where the hobos hide.....and I'm scared of the hobos 😶 ......I'm worried I'll accidentally throw trash on one and they'll jump out and hurt me.....and then I'll never leave my house again.....and my S/O says I'm "silly and need to get a grip just go when they're not there"...... but I hate going out in the daylight because people can see me then o.o and I'm ugly.....

[@lorennmetz3134]

I was struggling for over 5 years and with the success from your program I can say I'm anxiety free today. Truly grateful

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Cheers Loreen grateful that the program has created the shift you so deserve.

[@craymeloftime]

you know dennis, youre the man. i was scared of going outside my home because i was scared of fainting in the public (and it would be labeled as shameful experience in my brain). but guess what? i watched justice league in my local theatre 5 days ago! and even yesterday i watched it again with my brother (because he hasnt seen it yet lol). oh my god im soooo happy that i can do this again. i know im still experiencing some dizziness, a little bit acid reflux, cold feet, and muscle tension but i managed to stay in my seat and faced my symptoms then i let it just flow. im still learning and im happy it shows some big progress.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Love hearing your success stories which cements this shift even further, keep them coming.

[@rajdulhara]

That LuckyGuy bro same story here its so shamefull to faint in public can u please tell me how did u get agoraophobia?

[@craymeloftime]

Shehryar Tabani it was because i got gastritis a long time ago and i thought gastritis is a dangerous illness even though my doctor said its not dangerous. He said its because im stressed for a long time. I didnt believe what he said and still thought that im not stressed, but i got this gastritis because of something else. And i had these 2 core beliefs related to it. Fist, a sick person shouldnt go outside until hes 100% healthy, second my mother died because of acid reflux so im gonna die like her. That’s why i was anxious and afraid to go outside, afraid of fainting and dying outside my comfort zone. Note: acid reflux can’t kill anyone

[@Angel-qd5rs]

That LuckyGuy that’s why I’m agoraphobic I’m so convinced I’ll faint or collapse no matter how many times I’ve proven myself otherwise.

[@CrownOfbeautyy]

IVE BEEN HAVING ANXIETY PANIC FOR 4:5 MONTHS ! It use to be everyday anxiety and panic NOW I GET 1-2 a week !!! I’m not fully healed yet !!! But GLORY TO GOD AND SEEKING HIS WORD AND WORSHIPING FASTING ETC !!! MAYBE CAN HELP OTHERS REMEMBER GOD IS BIGGER THAN ALL OUT PROBLEMS

[@missphynxmissphynx7510]

Amen! I’m just learning about this phobia I developed it after having Covid. Suffering so much. I placed all my trust in God and going to church is prob the only place I feel safe and comfortable tbh. Please pray for me.

[@erieberrymarshall3906]

“31 days STRAIGHT” Me who actually hasn’t left my house since September: *nervous chuckles* I’m in trouble

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

ERIE Berry Marshall I’m convinced the time spent as an Agoraphobic has little to do with the time required for healing. Keep up the understanding on this channel and I’m sure you’ll get there. ❤️

[@erieberrymarshall3906]

The Anxiety Guy Pheww, I figured It’d be harder bc I haven’t been out in so long. And will do!

[@chiaravigorelli8520]

How are you doing now??

[@jessballou8367]

Have you gotten any better? I have been dealing with this for almost 2 years now

[@JScottHynson]

I been mostly in one place for years so I am in trouble too

[@FabienneG6]

I've been agoraphobic for about 20 years, it's a tough habit to break. I can't shop or drive on my own. To do this in company is taking all the energy I have. I've had better periods, but now I've been getting real bad panic attacks again. I must believe I can and will get better. I have all the tools I need, but my fear of throwing up, getting an asthma attack or a bad case of heart arrhythmia's is really strong for this moment. I hope to look on this comment in a certain amount of time from a much better place.

[@majesticmoderator5453]

Fabienne G. I know how you feel! My mother and little sister passed away in a car accident when I was 19, I'm 22 now. I developed agoraphobia shortly after! I very rarely leave my house, and when I do I can't be alone. I have a rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurry/dizzy vision, I have hot flashes, and feel like I need to use the restroom very intensely. It is very difficult to break this habit of staying in my comfort zone, but It must be done. Best of luck to you with your struggles, I hope you wake up one day and everything is better for you!

[@FabienneG6]

Thank you Dylan, I hope the same for you. I'm sorry you had to experience such a great loss at such a young age, I lost my father to cancer at the same age, it's tough.Take care!

[@chrisc9085]

Sorry to hear! I too suffer, and the energy I exert in stress just to do everyday things.

[@bekah9897]

Fabienne G. Omg! I have a fear of throwing up too! It's so intense. I've thrown up twice in my life time. Once in kindergarten & in 2nd grade. I haven't thrown up since then (I'm 21 years old) but I'm scared everyday day that it "could" happen" Even though it's tough dealing with this, im glad I'm not the only who feels this

[@FabienneG6]

I understand, I'm emetophobic as well. I think I threw up somewhere around 6y old and the second time was last year at 40 after a procedure, they gave me food too soon after the anesthesia. It didn't hurt, I didn't gag, it just felt like hick-ups, so all in all it was no where near anything I imagined it would be. Still fearful it would happen in public though. But we make it this giant monster and it really isn't.

[@kelseyray980]

I’m crying reading everyone’s comments… I feel so heard and safe.. every symptom I thought wasn’t a part of the phobia so I got scared something else was wrong given me health anxiety as well…. Thank you all for sharing your stories.. 💗

[@tcyflorencee]

this is literally the most helpful video! I've been battling agoraphobia, panic disorder and depression for over a year now, and i need to thank you for letting me know i am not alone on this:)

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Far from alone. This channel will help you tremendously thanks for the support Florence.

[@majesticmoderator5453]

Florence tsui you are definitely not alone bud! There is alot of us out here, we are just all incapable of finding each other because we all stay at home

[@romerodriguez8255]

dylan spade ok well indont mean to laugh lmao but how u say we cant find eachother because we all stay home just sounds hilarious🤣

[@nothingforgrantedPS23]

I used to love the outdoors too. I miss when I lived in a very rural area. I can't stand people being so close by, I don't even like to be seen.

[@official_strident]

I’m the only one with massive agoraphobia in my neighborhood, and I felt alone...until I read the comments section and my god I wish you all the best

[@BeingBetter]

I have agoraphobia too and a small channel about it. You're not alone.

[@MsDearne]

30 days :/ here I am 11 years totally Agoraphobia. thanks so much for the video.

[@enzomolinari5733]

MsDearne did this help?

[@MsDearne]

Hi Enzo it did help and was informative but most cases of Agoraphobia is due to trauma and not so clear cut as this and When I hear I was in the house 31 days it doesn't constitute Agoraphobia, the start of it yes and it was tackled quickly but as someone that has been totally Agoraphobic for coming on ten years I cant really relate and the majority of people with Agoraphobia have Panic Disorder. I like the Sole water Idea but there is a lot of missing aspects in this video. Depression and Anxiety are two separate things!!!! This is something that would of helped me in my early stages and will now to a degree but severe Agoraphobia I believe it needs to be more in depth. He said his depression but calls himself the anxiety guy. Anxiety is more physical than depression with Panic attacks, Depersonalization, claustrophobia etc...... I'm glad I watched this all in all but all I can think is 31 days :/

[@keeptrying_not2late2change]

MsDearne Yes, 31 days seems like the beginning of agoraphobia, but was tackled right away thank God. When we think of years of agoraphobia, panic attacks, GAD, depression, insomnia, PTSD and Social Phobia....... makes it kinda frightening and sad. Wish there was something that truly helped. Still I really do appreciate his videos and happy he overcame all his anxiety problems. God bless you all and hopefully one day someone will find the cure for this horrible mental illness.

[@xyoungdipsetx]

MsDearne same I been stuck in my house for months. Then I can go out but I have a habit of getting stuck in my house

[@rebeczilla]

3 years for me, and i know how awful it is that long :( I hope things one day turn around for you!

[@sondoskhamis6704]

I have a phobia of public transport and I feel dizzy and nauseous. I'll try these steps..thanks alot for the video

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

sara hussien ❤️

[@amanduh1126]

You are the BEST! Ive had lots of breakthroughs just from your videos alone. Thank you.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Amanda Olsson Amanda grateful ❤️

[@silver4789]

I'm fifteen, I've had this bs fear since I was 12. I can't go to movies, the mall, or even to the coffee shop down the block with my friends. I'm starting to feel like I am the only one stuck like this and I don't want to be stuck alone.

[@leliolioo]

Silver this is me I'm 15 too I only been having it for a year and half I use to love going to places but not anymore I dont know what cause this I hope we get through this

[@kellyvettese6439]

I'm 15 too and it started when I was 12 with anxiety issues...then agoraphobia came when I was 14

[@Therealashleytarot]

You’re not alone!!

[@alexshopov6802]

Oh god there's a people with the same problem as me.I used to hanging out everywhere like normal person,but when some bad stuff happened im kind of scared to go outside for longer or going far from my apartment.And the worst thing is the heart palpitations.

[@sturrrdy]

just gonna throw this out there... I think technology causes this shit. using ur phone constantly takes u out of reality man it sucks.

[@MrJfreaky22]

I have battled this for the majority of my life, but just recently admitted to it and took steps to overcome it. I look forward to any new videos you put out!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Enjoy the channel.

[@russellhume4435]

I might add....And this is just my thoughts....Personally, after having Agoraphobia for 10+ years, with no professional I engaged able to 'cure' me, I believe that you can learn to cope and manage it...... I can function 98% better now than I could back in that period of my life....but I feel its a bit like being an alcoholic, its with you for life. You have to manage it...I still get tested by my brain every now and then..But I now have the will to push through it and not flee/take flight. When I cope like that, it loses power and subsides for the most part. I got to the point where being invited to dinner didnt invoke feelings of panic...going to malls, the hairdresser, work meetings, the supermarket etc were all panic free. A few years ago, after getting some bad news medically, I started to get panic attacks in the supermarket again. It took all my mental power to stand upright as I felt like I was going to faint....But rather than take the easy route and avoid the supermarket ( and the panic) I went back every day....I faced it...it lost ..and I dont even think about it when I go to the supermarket these days....The old me would have added that to the list of things to avoid.

[@aspergerstkcassidy4621]

i’ve been stuck in my house for over two years leaving my home is terrifying just to go to the doctors. I have a severe panic attack to where my blood pressure goes up dangerously high. I can roam around my front yard check the mail roam roam around my backyard. Just can’t leave my property can’t get in a car without a panic attack. It’s terrifying and frustrating. Can’t go to church anymore. I’m housebound and I dislike it a lot I feel like a lost cause.

[@carolwright9336]

Im right there with you

[@afterlifereader]

Mine is not just being in public. Mine is I just can’t leave my home. The fear is so bad that when I know I have to leave to go to Dr I can’t stay out of the bathroom. It triggers my IBS big time and I have panic attacks. Thank you for this video

[@browngirl5905]

Thank you so much for this video.💙

[@jeanmcmahon9824]

Thanks Dennis for sharing your story and tips. Your story is truly inspirational. It goes to show that the human spirit can overcome anything! If you want something bad enough in life you will get it! Small steps lead to great changes!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

No truer words Jean.

[@lorrainecortes7296]

I had agoraphobia, I had to get sober, drink water, quit smoking eat more veggies.

[@qxzqxz913]

Do u feel better now?

[@yticalz]

I have agoraphobia mainly in open spaces, traveling, and especially walking away from my house. I just feel so uncomfortable and don't feel safe. I hate having this fear because I used to run around and travel places all the time :(

[@candicemariebeadco]

Thank you for all your awesome content. So timely in my life right now, bro. I appreciate the time you spend putting this content out for us.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

C Marie Very welcome, enjoy the channel.

[@lindseyevans9289]

i want to cry and im already 5 minutes in. It feels like a weight off my shoulder not being alone in this.

[@deniseb6215]

I wrote u a email about this , days later u made this video ✨ the universe is wonderful . Thank you for your help. I look forward to purchasing ur program !

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Denise Baumann Any help through the program just email me (email in the how the program works manual) looking forward ❤️

[@honor2798]

Thank you for sharing this, I have been housebound to Agoraphobia since 2005, I have very rarely heard or seen anyone speaking about it.

[@shanemichaelneal]

How are you now??

[@clementeen]

You are very strong and brave! Thank you for an informative and sensitive video. You’re helping make the world a better place. I really feel like it’s going to be okay I really hope I break out of it, it’s extremely taxing on my soul

[@vincechente3148]

Thank you so much for the video. It has really given hope.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Vince Chente Great To hear Vince

[@NickPeters-eq8vp]

I asked you to make a video on this and you delivered. Appreciate this Dennis.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome Nick.

[@deniseb6215]

Nick Peters me tooo!

[@myis300turbo]

Funny you this, I have lived through agoraphobia for 20 years now. My girlfriend doesnt even understand. She just thinks I'm lazy. Shit I wish I was just lazy! Wouldnt that be the life? At least I wouldnt have fear of everything. Oh well it is what it is.

[@bernadettefinkenbinder1154]

Amazing! You are right on! Thank you for sharing❤️

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Bernadette Finkenbinder Very welcome 🙏

[@Anubissia]

YES, GREAT VIDEO! TY for this!!!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Sherry C. Very welcome. ❤️

[@shaniquemarquis8445]

I’ve only been suffering with symptoms for about 2 months and it’s slowly been getting worse, to the point of the thought of going outside I start having heart palpitations. I currently had to go home after going shopping with my parents we had only been out for 15 minutes. I’m currently sitting in my room in absolute tears!! This video has been very informative, thank you.

[@faithhopelove704]

Did you get better ?

[@shaniquemarquis8445]

Faith Hope Love yes so much better, I can go out and do new things on my own. I still get bad heart palpitations but I can deal with it and sometimes even get rid of them

[@narendergera9312]

How long it took you to recover from it and how did you overcome it?

[@shaniquemarquis8445]

@@narendergera9312 so it took me about 6ish months, I ended up doing CBT, my DR referred me for online CBT and it changed my life honestly. I found out my anxiety stemmed around the thought of being trapped somewhere and I can’t get out, which then led to the agoraphobia. Once in a while I will randomly get heart palpitations for no apparent reason however I’m able to talk my self out of it. I was in nursing school at the time and was ready to quit however I didn’t and now a Qualified nurse who has to do loads of anxiety provoking things and actually find myself wondering why am I not feeling anxious.

[@narendergera9312]

Did you do anything else apart from opting for CBT techniques? Also how long it took to eliminate the fear of going out of your house?

[@mindofganza]

I suffered for years. Around 17, too be exact. I’m at the point where I get anxious, but never really “panic” anymore. I used slow exposure. It’s was hard, but I’m still not done. I haven’t “gone back to work “, I still get disability from ca. I also take meds. Same ones for like 15 years. But now, I still can’t really drive and go places alone. I’ve taken lifts and what not, but I’m still a little anxious at first. As soon as I say hi, I’m good. It’s simply feeling safe due to another human being near. Where do I go from here? I’m kinda stuck....very stuck. I’m almost there, people. You just have to fight harder than the fear, get angry with it, at it! Every step is a battle won! You all sound like beautiful people, you can do this! I recommend a book titled “Don’t Panic”. HMU if you need the author.

[@carmen-monoxide2955]

I needed to hear this so badly, thank you for your insight.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Spring Adder Glad it helped. ❤️

[@lyndac6678]

My agoraphobia affects my bowels. Any travelling, buses, cars,taxis etc make me have an uncontrollable urge to poop thar I can't stop. I have had numerous accidents that is humiliating and reinforces the fear. My world is getting smaller and smaller that even a walk to local shop can trigger me off

[@Rebeccasweet100]

Thank you for posting this. Very informative. I suffer from anxiety. A friend got angry and left me a nasty message. I felt worse.

[@KaRina-ro8ew]

Rebecca Sweet same

[@rosierb852]

That’s not a friend then

[@MandoThingz]

For me I’ve started this around the beginning of 2020 from everyone spreading the fear of COVID and my puberty which effected my stomach to the point of traveling to far makes this build up of nausea unbearable sometimes.. but now I’ve practice with myself to go out more but not to far, just a comfortable length then try farther next time. I wish the best of luck to everyone and I hope I can push this aside

[@youssefalami8585]

I totally relate to this thank you so much for posting this video

[@richardainscough4726]

Every word you said is where I am. Every single word. You might just have saved me. Thank you so so much

[@tinayhattingh7333]

:( sounds so easy to do but when you try it a whole other ball game. Im a single mommy battling with agoraphobia.. it developed from being at work and suddenly out of nowhere feeling sick.. turns out i was having reccurent panick attacks.. doctors were confused as they were so bad my blood pressure would drop.. iv been home now for 3 weeks.. just fetching my boy from school around the corner is a challenge.. i have the drive to get out there and start living my life.. i understand its just panick and fear.. i know im gana be okay.. and yet here i am.. thanks for your videos.. statistics say 25 to 35 im 21 and battling with this.. but everyday i push to get through.. as my why is my little boy who needs a mommy to be okay

[@borrburison648]

I always feel afraid like something bad will happen to me if I leave the house

[@abdiguhad1784]

I understand

[@chloeanaisblanchard2158]

I started experiencing this phobia about nearly a month ago. It’s mainly crowded spaces anywhere that isn’t busy I don’t really mind. I managed to get out and go to town for 4hours I was anxious but I could still cope being outside. Taking the tram back home was difficult but a girl did small talk to me and she honestly just made my day. As I didn’t even notice the ride back home, before I realised it was my stop✨I am taking baby steps. Also I am planning to go to therapy as talking things out does help. I really do feel for those who have experienced it for years. My hearts goes out to you ❤️, it’s never to late for recovery. They are people out there who does understand your not alone xoxxx

[@georgeaskew1]

Seriously helpful content, thanks!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Grappling Anxiety So glad it’s helping. 🙏

[@lindavrijhoeven5768]

I overcame agorafobia after having it for 5 years. I could go everywhere, had no panic or fear anymore. Life was so wonderful! Then one day there was the panic again and my world got smaller and smaller again. Its now 2 years that i have agoriafobia back again. Im so dizzy all the time! When i go outside i lose touch with the world, being so afraid that something terrible is going to happen. I understand that nothing will happen, but when im outside my mind takes over and says okay! Now you are going to faint and damn...there i go again. Running so fast to go back in my house. Dennis, really love you! Thank you for being there for us. I know we all can do this!!!!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

You definitely have a growth mindset within you Linda. The attitude that if I follow the knowledge in this channel, podcast, blog posts at www.anxietyexit.com, and begin applying daily, I can have what I want, freedom. Very welcome.

[@axxx1238]

I relate to what your saying 100% my acrophobia went away still in the background but I was really happy and recently it’s come back on it’s horrible to experience but at least I know others are suffering from the same thing xx

[@h9peless]

31 days is alright but I’ve been stuck for 2 and a half years.

[@Joey.Piogiamo]

Me too

[@victoriajimenez8589]

I've been stuck for a year

[@donshoemaker9029]

Anyone looking for answers and reasons why this is happening you’re not alone, as you tell by the comments a lot of people in the world deal with this, that does make it easier but it should put some ease on your mental. This is a normal thing for certain people. I’m currently struggling and have been for years and at time things get easier and at times they’re harder. Remember this YOU will wake up tomorrow ,YOU will survive this, and YOU are loved. I promise we’re all gonna make it, have faith and be kind to yourself and others.

[@SuzyYen82]

Woww this video is so empowering and inspiring. I'm going to remember everything you said here and help myself overcome my anxiety. I'm going to make myself overcome everything and commute on public buses and trains again just like how I used to. Thank you Dennis for sharing the 4 steps. Wish me luck, I hope I can do it.

[@evilweasel5802]

I finally know what I have. I've had this since I was 9 I'm 16 now I've been through it all it's time to get better

[@jnm3378]

Iv been slowly exsposing myself leaven further and further from home ... tomorrow I’m driven across country ... I’m nervous but I gotta face this . I hope to git over this and help others struggling . Good luck everyone

[@somebody2474]

Hey how's it going now?

[@thatgirl5630]

Sodaney Ky would love an update, hope you’re doing well ❤️

[@georgeaskew1]

These videos are very handy! Cheers!

[@murdermostdownunder3562]

It’s to the point where I’m so anxious I can even focus on this video. It’s extremely difficult. I’m currently in a hotel room trying to talk myself up to where I can check out and the thought of catching a taxi home is unbearable. The main thing is I’m scared of my IBS from my anxiety. I have severe allergies to soy and a barista 6-7 years ago gave me soy when I asked for almond milk. I ended up having diarrhoea in the street and I was wearing a skirt… it was also on a first date. It has completely traumatised me. My family already had a history of agoraphobia (mum, grandma, great-grandma). I used to go out heaps, now I have to push myself to stay at a hotel 20mins from my house as exposure. Covid + lockdown was a selfish blessing to me because I didn’t have to leave the house. For 6 months I didn’t even leave my porch. I do not respond well to therapy at all. The first time I tried my therapist told me she wouldn’t help me because I’m was a sex worker. I’m completely done. I’ve tried to commit suicide 7 times. I’m tired.

[@Therealashleytarot]

Thank you for this! I struggle agoraphobia when it comes to driving. I didn’t always have this fear of driving but there are many triggers that I have for it. Tomorrow I’m being asked to drive somewhere that takes me over a bridge and I’ll have kids and two other adults with me. Those are half of my triggers. Driving with other people in the car and bridges 😳😳 I sometimes get horrible anxiety and the thought of having a panic attack while driving ultimately gives me a panic attack. Which is dangerous to me. Which makes me more nervous lol. Uhhg! If anyone out there who struggles like this and specifically while driving please comment. I kind of feel alone in my fears because many people drive and don’t think too deep into this like I do. Also thank you for your advice! It actually really helped a lot!

[@tonyakay9731]

Right there with you! How did it go??

[@Therealashleytarot]

I remember not driving that day with everyone when we dropped them off at the airport. I did however drive back in their car by myself over the bridge. I was definitely nervous then and rushed over the bridge 😂 Now I actually feel a lot more confident driving. I think the key is to drive in a safe and reliable car, and to keep pushing yourself a little to drive even when you're scared to.

[@tonyakay9731]

@@Therealashleytarot for me its waiting in lines or being stuck in traffic..i guess just being "stuck" in general lol

[@HuntMidwesthomestead]

100% your not alone ❤

[@pandapotatoess4538]

I’m struggling with this , have been since Covid started not because of Covid but because of another traumatic experience, I just can’t feel safe around people again, or not knowing the outcome of being in public. It’s silly, but the feeling alone of not having walls around me but a big open space filled with strangers causes me to have full on panic attacks , sometimes things worse than that. I’m starting to slowly get better but it sucks, I’m 19 I want to be a college student again, have a job and friends, have a life. But it feels like my agoraphobia won’t let me, like I’m stuck in mud. Sorry for ranting, other than my therapist nobody else in my life really gets it, I just want to remember what it feels like to be safe again but now that I know I’m never truly safe it makes leaving my house terrifying.

[@bruhpaneer]

I'm going through with similar experience if not the same, my family is concerned that I'm not going to cllg but I really can't, I went for hardly a week and it's tough especially the area that I live is so crowded it sucks here, I don't like people that are here and I don't like going out I'm scared it sucks that my precious years are getting wasted bcuz of my anxiety 😔 nobody understands what I'm going through they treat me like a alien

[@mollymettling7456]

I am so glad I found this video. This was exactly what I need to hear and I needed a clear path for going forward. I miss all the activities I used to do before my panic disorder developed. And this week I fed my anxiety by not exposing myself because I had a horrible panic attack last week. I am not my fear though, I will feel excited and curious again. I like this idea of a ladder to gradually expose myself and teach myself that everything is okay. Thank you so much for this video. I cried because I felt so understood. Thank you.

[@tranquilitybase8953]

Thank you for this great video!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome enjoy the channel. ❤️

[@dannysingh5523]

Today in the morning is the first time i am staying alone at a motel, driving 2 hours away and meeting friends and going for a skate after 2 years and i am freaking out really really really badly but imma push, push and push and i am slightly excited 😬🙏

[@tonyakay9731]

How did it go??!!

[@omnijonn277]

I remember coming from school to walk towards my house instead walking on the road I walk through bush short cut because I don't want people to see me

[@johnc7544]

Thank you, this video is extremely helpful

[@Kayla-StellaRose]

I was doing really well about 6 months ago. I was getting out and putting all my fears just out of my mind. And then a boss at work (not actually my boss) went off and cussed me. I got so upset I ran to the bathroom totally having a panic attack. My boss apologized for the guy and told me I shouldn’t ever be talked to like that again. I needed up not going back to the job and have been stuck in my house since... so my biggest fear is those kind of things happening... and they will happen. But I’m not giving up. I’ve realized I shut down when something like that happens. It’s doesn’t help though so I’m trying to find coping skills to help me in those moments. If I felt comfortable enough to tell my boss maybe it would help... but there’s such a stigma. Keep speaking out about this.

[@jolynngood2746]

Try 40 years. I have taken the drugs. I have done intense therapy. I have done tapping. Have done hypnosis. I have 2 very good and comprehensive audio programs. I have one bookcase with books and workbooks--all books read and workbooks worked. Best I can do is I go grocery shopping twice a month and can get to my doctor appointments. God help me if I have to go out for some kind of testing. I can go on and on but I stay the same. I am happy you were able to overcome yours. Wish I could say the same.

[@qp4904]

@danielle d. w. Agoraphobia is most often nothing to do with open spaces, it's commonly public places. It is common to develop after people start having panic attacks, as agoraphobia is the fear of panicking in many cases. It can be caused by trauma, even physical trauma. Sometimes a smell or sound can trigger it and people don't realise. That is why the first point of call is CBT with a therapist to get to the why. Then it's working through that to lessen the fear and that's generally how panic and agoraphobia are overcome. The catch is, it needs to be treated early (in the first couple of years, preferably first 12mths). If it's not, the brain starts to think panic is the normal response and so it rewires itself to panic in response to normal situations. This can cause it to be permanent.

[@spacecadetjames6889]

I am 26 years old and I have had this disorder my entire life. As a really little kid I had no idea what it was until I got older and was diagnosed with it and put on disability. But I have the same problems as most of you and I didn't think there were other people who had problems with walking, Slurred speech, Vision issues and feeling dizzy and nauseous as I do. So usually when it happens I have to sleep it off and I have no control over my body and even have trouble typing or even picking up a drink or anything else when it occurs. I dropped out of high school at 16 because of it and lost 2 jobs because of it and never really leave my house. and now I am at a point in my life where I am wondering what the hell do I do from here? I've gone to so many doctors and all they tell me is to get therapy.

[@qp4904]

This doesn't sound like agoraphobia. Some of those symptoms can be caused by mild stroke or visual migraines. You should keep seeking medical intervention to get a proper diagnosis.

[@rl9624]

@@qp4904 That's why he doesn't go out... Agoraphobia doesn't happen just like that, it always has to be a reason.

[@sonalijena4688]

Thank you for sharing this ...it's really inspiring ..

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Sonali jena Very welcome. ❤️🙏

[@kayla3972]

Thanks for sharing and for the advice.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Very welcome, how is your progress going?

[@estherweekes7571]

Thank you, this is wonderful! I have had agoraphobia for 30+ years and have struggled through without meds unless travelling. I am now taking it into my own hands after insightful (but ultimately useless regarding my panic) bouts of therapy. Rather than thinking about the big things I want to do, I am visualizing being able to tolerate the panic sensations, I imagine myself maybe holding unto a fence and letting the sensations pass, I also repeat to myself that the sensations are harmless and that I can tolerate them and I find it is helping me do exposure little by little. Is that a good way? Or am I keeping the panic in mind?

[@robbiemercado2941]

im suffering from this, and i want to be a warrior, hope you can help me get through this. Thank you soooo much!

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Robbie Mercado Very welcome enjoy the channel. ❤️

[@jakistuart]

I've been agoraphobic for 5 years now. It's awful. The guilt, the stress, the anxiety are all debilitating. Im exhausted even though I don't do anything. I could cry over the most ridiculous things. Putting the bins out to the end of the drive once a week is a mammoth task. I hate myself. No interest in anything. Basically it's like ive died and I'm just waiting for my body to catch up.

[@thatgirl5630]

Some people in this chat sound like they are competing to see who has a sadder life, 31 days or 6 years, it does not matter, it still fucking sucks. Im 17 and have dealt with this since I was 8. If anything I should be the one winning as a child dealing with anxiety and agoraphobia. We have to support one another. Not compete

[@groovymovie84]

Propranolol helped me the best. I shouldn't have switched to Xanax (although now that helps me sleep). My doctor stopped prescribing the other when he switched to the Xanax. I try breathing exercises...they don't do a thing. I feel like I can hardly drive my car without having anxiety. I feel for anyone dealing with this....

[@tattooguy94]

The game red dead redemption 2 helped me alot seeing the beauty of the outside world in that game gave me the drive to want to see stuff like that in real life

[@kaylynwebb8415]

Been trying to research about my anxiety and im realizing this is what it is thank you.

[@vivalashona]

I am sorry about the fact you have it as well and I would love if you checked out my video all about how I deal with my agoraphobia over on my channel and leave any advice you have for dealing with it, or see what I do to cope! This type of video gave me the courage to upload it

[@FromPanictoParis]

You are a legend Dennis.

[@stephaniefrances]

I feel they do not always have a fear of places but of event's repeating and outside not feeling safe. It is also where u may have been triggered and traumatized out of comfort zone by an event and to be outside PTSD like symptoms.... filled with anxiety and physical symptoms your in freeze fawn response mode which intern fills you with anxiety.... your body mind shut down you feel overwhelmed panicked and getting out you feel trapped in your own body mind you want to go out but doesn't feel possible even when it has been easy in the past...you have to know your triggers.. even if you manage to the physical symptoms it is also something that can come all of a sudden and go but once something else traumatising occurs you are back in that place with agoraphobia all over again fear also of being humiliated or make a fool of yourself and protect and keep yourself safe.. It's external and internal and also onsets panic attacks and a lot of frustration for the person suffering and those around them as they feel helpless and powerless and so do those trying to help them to unable themselves

[@Simon-io5vx]

I’ve suffered from extreme agoraphobia for many years. I also have a severe anxiety disorder and due to these conditions i have only left my home about 5 times in the last 10 years and that’s only at night under the cover of darkness. I also suffer from paranoia which plays against my agoraphobia which makes it even worse. There seems to be no end.

[@jomcloughlin]

I hope you get better. I've struggled with it all on and off for nearly 15years. It's tiring. I thought I was strange preferring to go out in the dark. It's been comforting to read a lot of these comments , like we arent alone.

[@oneofakind9784]

Well , It can happen to anyone. My husband is a Psychiatrist, MD and I still have a hard time

[@babygonda1226]

Pray i can do all things through JESUS🙏 who gives me strength❤️❤️❤️

[@maxpower1337]

Thanks very much for sharing your story it helped me 🖐

[@shawty1369]

You are so brave to talk about your experience. Thank you for being vulnerable. I realised that I might develop agrophobia and I want to stop it. It all started when I had a panic attach in airport, I was travelling alone. I used to love going out but now the thought of it scares me. I did went out and I threw up. This keeps on happening. I just want to go out and feel normal

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Much love.

[@rebeczilla]

I've been on the waiting list for my agoraphobia for almost half a year. They think I show signs of PTSD which means I have to wait longer. I've been completely house bound for 3 years after being sexually assaulted and almost raped. After the event I was shaken but okay. I moved past it and managed for a year, but one day I seen the "man" who did it out in public and I've been scared to go out since. This is some deep rooted issue. But you can only imagine how depressing and empty my life feels to me on a day to day basis. I want to work and move out and start my life, but I can barely make it to the top of my street alone. One of my biggest issues is that whenever I have a panic attack it sets off my IBS, which would obviously be very embarrassing to set off in public, but now I panic every time I'm in public so avoid it wherever possible.

[@anyagremorys5442]

same i get the urge to poop every time im anxious

[@carolwright9336]

Me too 😊😊

[@dannylugo7868]

I need some friends to talk to about this plz

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Danny Lugo Best to join an outcome based thinking group such as this one on Facebook: facebook.com/theanxietyguy ❤️

[@batman18450]

Danny Lugo I'm here if you want to talk.

[@hi-pi9rb]

how are you now??

[@CrownOfbeautyy]

I go through it and I feel very much alone been 4:5 months now

[@CrownOfbeautyy]

How are u now

[@mystaminacantakethis]

Denis, I love your videos and I also bought you program. I have been struggling with this for already 6 years. I have a mixture of agoraphobia, hypochondria and social anxiety - but I do feel like it is the agoraphobia and the constant state of anxiety that just causes a chain reaction towards other forms of anxiety, meaning it all started with agoraphobia and fear of panic attacks. I have spend years exposing myself gradually and it does help but it is never long term. I always get sudden set backs where the panic grows exponentially again and I feel like I am right back where I began. Right now I am at such a „stage“ again where just thinking about going outside causes me so many symptoms and panic. I feel really desperate and lost and like I just can’t win this battle no matter how much I fight. I have been in therapy for 5 years and like I said confronted myself again and again but still. I hope maybe somebody can help me with this. I feel so insecure and unstable like I can’t trust my body or myself because it’s just a matter of time when everything will go downhill again. I want to fix my mind but I don’t know how and my therapist is no help really. 😞

[@amandathompson4692]

This is interesting and I'm glad you are talking about this. I never thought of it as a serious problem until i had some serious health problems, reconciled with my ex husband, he became violent and kidnapped me and then took my dogs (fortunately i got them back and he is in prison). Its been over three years and i only leave my condo for medical appts which my mom takes me to. I talk to none of my friends or family except my parents. Prior to this i was the executive director of a nonprofit and was always with people community building. I feel like i'm stuck in a self imposed prison and cant find the key to let myself out.

[@OffGridMadMan]

I'v been severely affected for over 30 years, I'm 47. I have multiple psychological conditions and I believe agoraphobia is the worst symptom of them all. All the best to anyone who suffers from this shit.

[@user-ci7vu7eo9w]

yes.nothing is bad like agoraphobia

[@OffGridMadMan]

@@user-ci7vu7eo9w it takes your life from you. I hope you're OK

[@danielz5554]

Haven’t been diagnosed or anything but 17 and feel all the feelings that I’ve read about. Started with me fearing choking on something and not being able to get help. It’s gotten better but I’ve heard hypnosis helps with getting into your subconscious

[@OffGridMadMan]

@@danielz5554 sounds like anxiety of some sort. Go see your doctor and take it from there. All the best, you can get thru this. 👍

[@raylaghari2577]

I thought it was gone , but now under corvid since I am working from home it is back in full force and i am now even scared to take a walk

[@tonyakay9731]

Same!!! Your not alone!

[@m.v.1230]

thank you for this video. I'm not in the best situation, I'm constantly struggling to get out of the house to do anything. it's horrible and no one understands. when my sister criticizes and makes fun over the phone it makes it worse. she never visits and we live a 5 minute drive from each other. I have made the effort to visit her but it's always unpleasant. she constantly negatively criticizes but doesn't fix her own life. I don't like being cruel to anyone. but that's all I get in return. was injured twice at work and my supervisors tried to avoid reporting it! I'm constantly told and made to feel like I don't matter. my oldest sister told me to kill myself when I was 16 for no reason. I'm the youngest of 4 siblings and it's been hell growing up with them. I know they've caused me to see myself in a negative way. I know my awkwardness shows and others people take that as an opportunity to threat me like $#!+ as well. I only have peace at home.

[@KJ-vs2sw]

I’m struggling with this right now. I developed agoraphobia in late 2016 after suffering panic attacks every time I left the house. Got better after therapy and spent last summer up until around March 2018 feeling great. I could go out to eat, go to class, go to the grocery store on my own. Now I can feel it creeping back up on me. I haven’t been grocery shopping in weeks I’ve been ordering them online. I hate this :(

[@Dragon-hl4pr]

First of all sorry for my bad English I hope you will understand. I have agoraphobia and I don't know what to do with myself... When I am at home I feel very well but as soon as I go outside everything becomes very blurry and I have huge problems with breathing. I barely can go to end of my street alone. With someone to assist me it's better but I literally can't be in huge shop mall more than 10 minutes because I am starting to have panic attacks. Because of this I don't have any friends in real life, I sit whole days chatting with people online because for me it's the only way to have contact with other people. I am trying to fight with this and trying to go outside but it's not helping much. Agoraphobia has ruined my life. I have a online friend and I want to meet her so bad but it's not possible when you have problems to go further than end of your street. I feel very sad and lonely. If any of you can advise me something please do, I would be thankful for everything that can help even a little.

[@cyanbrandohs1080]

im a little confused about why you over push like 30 days was a lot. im, not even an adult yet, and i haven't left my house in 3 years. No hate... just pointing it out..

[@NickPeters-eq8vp]

Didn’t seem like he pushed it? Loved the vid.

[@salinakeller2155]

Your speaking path was so on path. I liked the flow. Are you Canadian? Love the accent. One thing that helped me majorly was to stop drinking tea. I'm slowly assimilating back into public. Slowly. Thanks for your words

[@goosefs1373]

Yesterday I went camping on the other side of my state with friends. I felt very anxious about it but my friends supported me. I got through it. Even though I am proud that I went, I have been feeling defeated because I feel like I embarrassed myself wanting to go home. But then I remembered that it used to feel impossible to walk around the block. I was afraid to go back to school during covid. And I would never put myself in a situation I couldn’t get out of. And look how far I’ve come! Going 5 hours from home without any of my family Sleeping in the forest. I love this video. I did exactly what he said, I took babysteps. Even if it means just looking outside for a few seconds. Strive to go further or for longer. One baby step at a time. And get support. I am currently working on getting over this by driving further from my house and staying out for longer. My goal is to fly to see my family in Mexico. It seems so scary sometimes but I WILL DO IT!

[@carmineschiavone5060]

This is my same situation, keep it going you are an inspiration for me ! I will try also, I must do this !

[@butterflyboogie2u]

I have not been 25 miles from my home in 17 years...will be 18 years in September 2018. I have degrees in Psychology....although I am happy for you that you managed 31 days...this doesn't hold a light to true agoraphobia.

[@TheAnxietyGuy1]

Linda Morris I hope the tips help in some way. ❤️🙏

[@chalo200000]

I think the same it’s weird he has the solutions and even a video after 31 days I wouldn’t even. Know what it is after 31 days

[@lovelife1579]

Agrophobia is not fun it is so tiring.

[@mairead36]

Thanks for the video, I would just like to mention is that I suffer with agoriphobia, and have a very different experience to what you describe. My issue is not being in public places, or leaving my house. It has been leaving my town, moving away from my security. I have suffered with an anxiety disorder for a long time, have done CBT, psychotherapy etc, etc. It's very hard to find any kind of video describing me, which is disheartening!! I wish my agoribhobia was only 31 days 😞 not throwing shade but it is how it is x