Overcoming challenge(TW)

emetophobia- fear of vomit/vomiting.

It can be brought on by trama with vomit.

How did you get this fear

When I was little(about 6-7) I fell very Ill. I almost didn't make it. I couldn't hold anything down I would even throw up water. I was in and out of the hospital for almost 3 years.

Fast forward to when I was 16. I got really sick again. This Time it was worse I was throwing up blood. Again I eventually got "better"

I still throw up quite a bit. And anytime I feel like I'm going to throw up or I do throw up I don't want to end up in the hospital again.

How did you overcome or triumph over your fear?

I kept tell myself if I threw up I'll be okay. And if I end up in the hospital again it will be okay nothing bad will happen. Yes I will feel crappy for a little while but I will feel better.

How long did it take you to overcome your fear?

A very long time. I'm almost 19 now and still struggling with this fear. I'm slowly getting better everyday.

4. Do you have any advice for people who might find themselves in a similar situation to yours?

Just know that you'll be okay. There are way worse things than just throwing up.

5. Send yourself a message praising and congratulating yourself on overcoming or defeating your fear.

If you made it this far you can do anything. I'm so proud of you.

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