KivoOwl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Bit of a strange one really - I've had severe anxiety issues for over a decade now. With me it's brought on by claustrophobia and sometimes agoraphobia (yes you can have both!) 03-04 I missed the entire season due to my illness and since then have slowly worked my way back to going to games - with the odd away game too. But the furthest I've been from home in ten years is Manchester, and I'm absolutely bricking it about the journey down tomorrow. I've been on meds for years but the doc has prescribed something a bit stronger in case I need it. Really, the message is - there are more people out there with this sort of problem than you'd think - and the thought that there are fellow Owls out there going through the same scenario is perversely reassuring! I know a few Wednesdayites in a similar situation - one was homebound for six years and hasn't been to an away game in years. There's also a member on here with irritable bowel syndrome that has similarly missed a lot of Wednesday games. I can't remember who it is, but I hope he makes it tomorrow. Whatever the result tomorrow - the day will go down as a personal milestone for a lot of people. Here's to them. UTO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leaping Lannys Perm Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Hope you are okay Kivo. I know you had said that you found away games hard for medical reasons but didn't know what they were. Are you using public transport or a direct coach? If it is the former it may help to know that my girls have just experienced the tube for the first time and we're both very nervous. But 5 minutes walking around Leicester Square afterwards and they have bounced straight back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mkowl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 I am sure you will be fine Kivo. Just read the old ticket price threads and before you know it you will be in London. But in all seriousness hope it goes ok and you can enjoy the win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beholder Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Hopefully the occasion will distract you from your anxiety issue. Hope you have a great day,. You'll be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markowl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 If you're struggling can I have your ticket? . Seriously, I hope you get over your anxieties and have a great day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosmo Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 I've got a severe case of looking fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WatfordOwl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 There's a lot with bowel issues that do attend. Good luck for tomorrow - hope it passes off without incident for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac_77 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Yes, I dislocated my knee playing football on Wednesday night. Had it slotted back in, on crutches and still going. Got to be done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1Owl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Personally I'm filling my trunks on a regular occasion, won't sleep at all, may need a bluey, it may bring extra luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jowl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 How you getting down Kivo ? I'm on Wednesdayite coach fro. Elmwood farm. Think we're getting a tube for one stop and joining eDDie etc when we're there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
@owlstalk Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Have a great one KivoYou're a legend on here Owlstalk Shop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owl In Black Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Hats off to you for going mate, i hope u enjoy the day. My wife has exactly the same and has missed many games this year, or hasnt been able to get through the whole game and left early. She has opted to give wembley a miss this time round, it'll be nice for her to know other people have the same feelings. I'm sure you'll be absolutely fine, hopefully immersed in what promises to be a great atmosphere. If theres anything I can do to help let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StudentOwl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Sure you'll manage it Kivo, thoughts with you (Been there myself and half returning to someone that can't even go outside at the minute myself ) and I'm certain that being amongst friends, the meds and the occasion will, if anything ironically enough, give you something to channel any adrenaline into in a positive way. Had a massive panic/anxiety attack in London last summer (while on my own!), and honestly I dealt with it better there than I have done elsewhere. There are plenty of really quiet parks throughout London where you can go and sit and get away from it all. Appreciate obviously you'll be somewhat limited in where you're going, but there's a wonderful park about a five minute walk away from St Pancras station where squirrels will come up to you and eat out of your hand if you offer them food and it's surprisingly quiet considering its location. Tavistock Square Gardens... if you're travelling by train and feel you need 15 minutes, strongly recommend it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owls_fan_since_1983 Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Have health anxiety. not going but I'm a season ticket holder. Got a party to attended on Sunday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogbad Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Hope you overcome your anxietys & have a great day Kivo. I'll be pretty healthy on the way down but can't vouch for my health on the way home & in particular Sunday morning. Hopefully I'll have an hangover over to end all hangovers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Bit of a strange one really - I've had severe anxiety issues for over a decade now. With me it's brought on by claustrophobia and sometimes agoraphobia (yes you can have both!) 03-04 I missed the entire season due to my illness and since then have slowly worked my way back to going to games - with the odd away game too. But the furthest I've been from home in ten years is Manchester, and I'm absolutely bricking it about the journey down tomorrow. I've been on meds for years but the doc has prescribed something a bit stronger in case I need it. Really, the message is - there are more people out there with this sort of problem than you'd think - and the thought that there are fellow Owls out there going through the same scenario is perversely reassuring! I know a few Wednesdayites in a similar situation - one was homebound for six years and hasn't been to an away game in years. There's also a member on here with irritable bowel syndrome that has similarly missed a lot of Wednesday games. I can't remember who it is, but I hope he makes it tomorrow. Whatever the result tomorrow - the day will go down as a personal milestone for a lot of people. Here's to them. UTO. I still have mental scars from having attended the 03/04 season but Carlos has come up with a remedy to help me forget! Hope you are able to enjoy the day as much as we all hope to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KivoOwl Posted May 27, 2016 Author Share Posted May 27, 2016 How you getting down Kivo ? I'm on Wednesdayite coach fro. Elmwood farm. Think we're getting a tube for one stop and joining eDDie etc when we're there. Me and the old man in the car - if the smack does its job I might be in a state to meet up with a few of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wharncliffeowl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Good on yer fella. My 28 year old son has learning difficulties and autism and many little hang ups one of which is the fear of travelling very far from the safety of home. He has been to every home match this season but flatly refused to consider going tomorrow. Myself and his brother will be there while he watches from the safety of our lounge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jowl Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Be good if you can. Enjoy the day :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danblakemore Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Feel you pain kivo Taking my son tomorrow who suffers from the same. Plenty of stops on the road and an escape plan for him in place during the game... It's not a nice thing st all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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