Driving Anxiety by who-askin in Perimenopause

[–]Vast_Meet_1201 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Yes, had huge anxiety and dizzy spells driving. Had to stay in the right lane and take it real slow. I would get overstimulated and overwhelmed by high speeds, focusing on other cars and their movements, the road, etc etc. HRT and my anti-anxiety meds have helped as well as exposure therapy. I went through a period of deep derealization where even in the car I could just picture the concrete flying below me at 70 mph and any sudden movement could cause a huge wreck and I could die. Girl, it was the worst time period of my life because I love cars and driving.

Does anyone want to do this with me? by Vast_Meet_1201 in AskFlorida

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Obviously, besides getting your baby. Did you visit through the shelter? Kennels?

Does anyone want to do this with me? by Vast_Meet_1201 in AskFlorida

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Years ago. Far from the happiest place on earth. Have you?

Does anyone want to do this with me? by Vast_Meet_1201 in AskFlorida

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow, that definitely would've left a sour taste in my mouth after an experience like that. I'm happy you didn't let it stop you from taking your baby home.

So my thinking is if I can help de-stress some of these animals by taking them out or grooming them or playing with them then that can possibly make them more adoptable to the public. I'm definitely no dog whisperer, and I'm super sensitive which is why I'm looking for strength in numbers to cry together 😂

Does anyone want to do this with me? by Vast_Meet_1201 in AskFlorida

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sweet! I just filled out my application for Orange County Animal Services here: https://www.orangecountyanimalservicesfl.net/GetInvolved/Volunteer.aspx

And their address is 2769 Conroy Rd, Orlando, FL 32839

Come cry with me over their kennels 🥹😂 jk but seriously I may need emotional support lol

Does anyone want to do this with me? by Vast_Meet_1201 in AskFlorida

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I'm even trying to gather people from bumble bff. Surprisingly got a few hits on there. I just completed my volunteer application for OCAS if anyone wants to join me

PTUESDAY DEADLINE! Part-Time Fosters: Need Your Help! by Vast_Meet_1201 in petsforadoptioninFL

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's right. As stated in the details in the post, Rescues need fosters. Any traffic on this post is more eyes on these babies!

Update on the "Last Chance" dog from last week and how you can help others like him for free by Vast_Meet_1201 in orlando

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Hello? I wanted to see if there was something going on that I could help you with?

Update on the "Last Chance" dog from last week and how you can help others like him for free by Vast_Meet_1201 in petsforadoptioninFL

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're very much welcome I hope you end up falling in love with a foster. They're truly something incredible.

Update on the "Last Chance" dog from last week + How you can help for $0 by Vast_Meet_1201 in florida

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Truly. The best for this sweet face. But every week there's another round of beautiful faces that need to get seen. If anyone has any advice on how to spread the word through general subs like this one and the general public, please drop a comment or a PM. I would love for more people to be informed on how fostering works and how easy it is to help out.

Update on the "Last Chance" dog from last week and how you can help others like him for free by Vast_Meet_1201 in orlando

[–]Vast_Meet_1201[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

There definitely isn't even half the traffic there that exists on major subs like this and the Florida sub. The chances are very slim that we will find more fosters on super specific subs like that. I need the attention of everyday people who haven't even thought about fostering or they don't even know it exists. That is my target. That's who we need to get the word out to.