Meeting, anxiety and depression.

[PianoGirl25]

Hey, I've been with my partner for almost four years now and were going to meet for the second time in about a month from now. I got the tickets today and we'll get to spend four weeks together, as excited as i am I'm also anxious and upset because I know that after those four perfect weeks we'll have to go long distance again for a few more months and I remember how bad i felt the last time I left. Im worried I'll feel even worse this time because I still haven't gotten over last time and it makes me so anxious and upset and I feel like i csnt even be eccited about us meeting.. anyone got some tips to cope with this anxiety and leaving the one you love?

Thank you

[erwin1973]

Hi...

Sorry to ask, but is this the same thread? Looks to me it is. If not, I'm sorry.

[PianoGirl25]

Yes, thought it would fit better in the visits section.

[Tenebrae]

It's natural to think about the separation than the togetherness, but I would say in this case let the future take care of itself. Focus on the time you are sharing together. I won't be with my girlfriend again until some time in February and I'm already counting the moments, but in the meantime--life.

One thing that may help, even though your meeting hasn't occurred yet, is this quotation, I think from Dr. Seuss--"Don't cry because it's over--smile because it happened." Remembering my last couple of visits with my girlfriend has helped to get me through some rough moments. Best of luck!

[PianoGirl25]

Thank you