Hello, so from time to time for the past 10 years my heart skips beats. I’ve been checked out numerous times from head to toe and cardiologists say I’m fine. Well yesterday evening after work, I had a very scary episode of many skips. Not sure why, maybe caffeine, maybe meds I’m on.
But now, today, how do I go to work without the fear of it happening again? I almost went to hospital but then they went away so I didn’t. Could have been effect from meds I take I don’t know.
But I need support right now, especially as I have a meeting today at work which is producing lots of anxiety on me. Please send me encouraging words.
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Hey Dolphin,
Well, first and foremost, I am very sorry to hear the skipped beats are bothering you. That's terrible and of course naturally a bit scary but fairly normal in healthy hearts. Let's not focus on that since you have a huge day ahead of you. I would focus on the first part of your post: your doctors have examined you and determined you're fine and that there is nothing to worry about. The medications you are taking are probably kicking in to aid the issue which is why they're going away. Even though you nearly went to the hospital, you didn't go in because everything ended up okay. So with that said, try to place faith in the fact that you were cleared by doctors and your medications are working.
The next thing is to not connect your current issues with your current anxiety. Yes, you had a rough thing with the heart beats, but it's okay. It's normal to be anxious about a big meeting, so prepare yourself and avoid anything that might stimulate you (caffeine, nicotine, etc.). Maybe show up early so you can allow yourself to settle, relax, and get in your daily rhythm. The sooner you feel comfortable in your setting, the better you'll likely do in your meeting. I do this at work because when I rush in, I'm a total mess....without a big meeting. Perhaps listen to some ambient music, meditate focusing solely on the breath...push out all the thoughts about that meeting, or try a guided mindfulness session that does something similar to meditation. What we're doing is pushing that anxiety out, away, and not yielding a single inch to it. I would say prior to the above, use a little CBT type of thinking. What's the worst case in terms of your heart....something happens and you're surrounded by people who can immediately help, phone for help, and you're all good. The best case is absolutely none of this happens, your anxiety just goes away forever, and your heart doesn't skip a beat. What will actually happen is the rational thinking that's mixed with mostly the best case and then followed by the worst case: More than likely nothing will happen but if it does, there is plenty of help around.
The fear of something happening again is a product of the anxiety. If we think about it, it's all of the anxiety's fault on that end. We experienced it and now we're worried (anxious) it'll happen again. There's no proof that it will happen again and you've had more days where your issues didn't happen. So, I would find a good relaxing caffeine free tea, take in some ambient music and/or guided mindfulness session, and arrive at work a bit early to settle, do some deep breathing exercises, and let the worries you've had sit in the "inbox" that you'll revisit later when or if you have time. Again...if something were to happen (notice the if...another fun byproduct of anxiety), you will end up okay. Best of luck today, have faith in your diagnosis, and remember to be kind to yourself as you make your way through the day. I have a feeling all will go well and I truly hope that it does. Have a great morning!
Sorry for the late reply, my favorites are Calm, 10% Happier, and Anxiety Release. I've literally seen my heart rate go from 120 BPM to 78 while using it. One told me to feel my hand without moving it and it blew my mind...that's when I looked down and saw the immensely reduced heart rate. I hope today went well. What I think helps is a return to daily normalcy where the fear of anxiety subsides from having good days.
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