Ugh!

[DustinS85]

Well I am at a coed baby shower for my upcoming niece and I am fighting panic attacks. When I get out around people they seem to trigger harder than ever. It kinda sucks that I have to act like I’m fine when i feel like I am dying. I know I am not dying, but it feels like it.

[_Denise_]

Just breathe & try not to get too much in the middle of the chaos. I find that if Im struggling at a function, it can help to take breaks by walking into another room or outside. As a smoker, I have an easy out to step outside. In a pinch, Ill lay groundwork that I may need to leave either because .....

That way if I find Im losing the battle w panic, I can leave w/o seeming too obvious or rude. Good luck Dustin

[MandyBueno]

i feel the same Dustin. Everything sucks, but it will get better buddy.