Well done! I found putting an ice pack on my chest and/or back of the neck really helps to calm the vaso vagal panic attack nerve response as well. You got this 👍
Good for you! That is no easy task. I find deep breathing and body movement helpful. Also disconnecting and finding laughter also helps. A friend of mine taught me those. Hope this helps someone else out there.
Waking up to my "now routine" panic attack between 2-4am each day! Living in TX is a hellscape, but who can afford to move, or find employment elsewhere?? It's a struggle to manage each day but I'm going to find my people here and RESIST like a motherfucker! 🤬🤬🤬
As someone who has Obsessive anxiety( on meds) I have learned my triggers and how to deal with them. Most of the time I am able to just leave the situation But other times I just keep repeating to myself. STOP you are obsessing..over and over
Remember to take a break as soon as possible. Listen to music or something else to calm yourself, like the Bill Evans Trio. Stim if you can, magnets seem best. Breathe
I've been a big fan of yours for a long time, Lauren, and let me just say i'm very proud of you. I'm glad you're bettering yourself for your sake and making your life easier on yourself.
Very, very proud
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Panic attacks suck, and it's good to see anyone able to get on top of them.
I'm glad you're making progress.
Signed,
Post menopausal angry bitch
Very, very proud