I have GAD too. Ye gads! I'm trying to avoid meds because I've had such a hard time with side-effects, probably because I'm petite and ultra-sensitive.
I recently went on a 4-hour car trip to Tahoe. On the way we went through the valley where the temps were in the 100's. I had several episodes of D on the way, and felt like a wreck when I arrived in Tahoe.
On the way back, I took two Immodiums to stop me up, and avoided food until I got home. I had no D on the return trip, even tho we passed through the hot valley again.
You're right, I need to force myself to go on trips regardless of what happens. I'm afraid that I'll end up avoiding travel altogether if I don't continue to force myself. This past week was very tough, so it will be a bit of time before I try a long trip again. The interesting thing is that I had no anxiety beforehand, which is usually not the case. It hit me bad when we got in that heated valley. Arrgh! Well, it's good to hear from other folks who have the same problem.
Have fun at the beach! It sounds wonderful. The ocean is soooooooooo soothing. I'm sure you'll have a great time.
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