Emotional

[Tommyann]

Any tips on hardening up on the emotions I’m too emotional. That’s my problem . My meds work great for me they disguise the fact I’m in AF 100 %. Of the time apart from if I do too much I get out of breath and fatigue. I’ve got used to that . But once I get emotional all hell breaks loose my heart is banging and galloping. And flip flopping a bout and I can’t get it to settle for ages and ages and I feel horrendous/ exhausted etc . I annoy myself so much over other people who probably don’t give me a second thought . Well don’t give me a second thought . Sometimes I think your better off been self centred And only look after No1 .. but am not like that . Any tips anyone ??

[Popepaul]

Practice mindfulness. It is easy to let go of emotions when you are mindful.

[Tommyann in reply to Popepaul]

I will try to get into that mode Thanks

[HollieAdmin Administrator AF Association]

Hello,

Thank you for your post. It is completely understandable to be feeling emotional. Our minds are extremely powerful but sometimes things can become overwhelming so it is important to be kind to yourself.

I would like to direct you to our Mindfulness and Healthy Living with AF booklet: api.heartrhythmalliance.org... It contains supportive information, particularly around ways of managing and coping with certain emotions. I do hope you find it helpful.

If you would like any support, advice or information, our Patient Services Team are available via Helpline or via email, please visit: heartrhythmalliance.org/afa...

We are always here if you need us.

Kind regards,

HollieAdmin

[secondtry]

I get AF daily and use humming to return to NSR; approved by my cardiologist but can annoy partner 😆.