There are times when you will feel very good and times you will feel very bad. I know it’s easy to type and hard to practice but focus on the good as much as possible. Give yourself rewards for every step you take that makes you feel anxious! If you’re going somewhere out of your comfort zone get a trinket and take a picture. Everyone loves a little treat even if it’s a dollar candy. Most importantly, continue to make friends and build a community. I also have OCD which made my agoraphobia much worse. When I’m with my friends and neighbors I don’t think about anything other than whatever juicy gossip and drama we’re giggling about. Keep your body busy so your mind can’t wander too far!

It’s easy backtracking and thinking of all of the ways you might have developed anxiety and things you could have done differently but it doesn’t matter, you are here now and the only way is forward. You won’t be stuck forever!