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I need to tell someone who will understand how I’m feeling. I just went to Staples to get some ink. First, I stood in a line that was incorrect to return my empty ink cartons. There were two kids younger than five playing while the mother tried to print something, and she was not paying any attention to them. They were right by the door away from where the mom could see them, but I could. I kept an eye on them to make sure they wouldn’t leave or be kidnapped. Then I went to get the correct ink, searching through the wall to find the correct ones. I started to feel overwhelmed and anxious. By the time I made it to the checkout, the noise of the lift to change lights, the couple arguing near the checkout, and the person standing way too close behind me, I was about ready to cry. Of course I didn’t have a rewards program to save when I return empty ink cartages, so I had to sign up to save money cause ink is horrendously expensive. I finally went through it all and got to my car, which was in a partly flooded parking lot that was packed. I wanted to do some deep breathing exercises, but there was a man in a car directly across from me staring at me in my car. I decided to try to keep it together till I got home. On my way home, the car in front of me almost got hit by a careless driver. By the time I got into my house, I was shaking. I can’t make dinner, even though it will be an hour from now. I’m mentally spent. Happy Friday. 😞
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Acute Anxiety
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Complex post traumatic stress disorder
Anxiety (Including GAD)
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I feel you and am here to talk. Dont be afraid to take a moment to yourself whenever and wherever if you need
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Ugh I have been there here if you want to talk
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I'm sorry you had such a stressful experience at Staples. It's understandable that the combination of noise, crowded spaces, and witnessing potentially dangerous situations can be overwhelming and anxiety-inducing. Remember to take some time for yourself to relax and recover from this challenging day.
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