I'm freaking out

[LeoAnon]

I took a shower and I thought I'd feel better after but I still feel so scared my skin is burning and I feel wobbly idk why my anxiety is so high today and idk why this attack is been going for so long I just can't calm down and stop freaking out

[Theloudone]

I had a bad panic attack the other day- I walked around saying “abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxy and z. Now I don’t have anxiety, next time won’t you sing with me”

Maybe a walking meditation?

Sorry you’re in fight or flight mode- I know how limiting it is

[LeoAnon in reply to Theloudone]

I am just rocking back and fourth crying. I hate feeling this way. I just don't wanna die.

[Theloudone in reply to LeoAnon]

I have been there.

It’s temporary. It’s temporary.

I wish you could have a hug right now

[LeoAnon in reply to Theloudone]

I think I am calming down. I got your song stuck in my head now. Thankyou for talking to me. 😭😭😭😭😭😭 How terrifying. No matter how many times I have a full blown attack I always think I'm dying. I can brush off the small symptoms throughout the day but the attacks.. they're my enemy.

[Iammesues in reply to LeoAnon]

Stay strong. We are with you

[LeoAnon in reply to Iammesues]

Thankyou... Idk what I would do without this site. It has been two months since I've had an attack. But I have been stressing and worrying over symptoms.

[Theloudone in reply to LeoAnon]

Of course. It is very terrifying- and then the anxiety about the anxiety. Trust me- I get it.

You got this Leo!

[Kristinaalso in reply to LeoAnon]

Hi..When I have had similar feelings I’ve found telling myself everything is going to be alright ..like a mom would to a kid helps me out a bit when your feeling like your gonna friggin die and trying minute time minute to save your life .. sounds simple but even putting on some tunes that don’t bring up depressing memories for you helps..ruminating thoughts are the worst and get no one anywhere positive .. I know it’s hard but just moving your body doing anything like crafts or folding a towel any physical action that distracts your brain..

This is my first time on here I hope something i have learned to cope with major depression helps you.. I’m sorry you are feeling this way I promise everything will be ok and this feeling will pass ... positivity going out to u and peace of mind ...

[LeoAnon in reply to Kristinaalso]

Thankyou. For your long genuine reply. I showered to distract my mind but it didn't help at all this time. I appreciate your advice. x

[Angelblessings]

LeoAnon, are you feeling better or do you still want to talk? I deal with nearly crippling anxiety attacks but have learned SO much on how to handle them.

[LeoAnon in reply to Angelblessings]

I am still anxious. But it isn't as bad as it was. I hate it. Especially when a new symptom pops up during an attack. And when they last a while. It stresses me out.

[Angelblessings in reply to LeoAnon]

Do you know if it is triggered by anything particular?

[LeoAnon in reply to Angelblessings]

I have been stressing about scenarios I've made up in my head. And things I've read happening to other people

[jocorod in reply to LeoAnon]

I just had a big anxiety attack on my way home today! My abdomen muscles started getting tight! On the upper area , and also my arms and face started tingling I Hate it!!! I can’t even enjoy driving anymore it is sooooo awful

[Theloudone in reply to jocorod]

Omg I hate when it happens when I’m driving, I feel very faint and have had to pull over.

[LeoAnon in reply to Theloudone]

I thought I was going to pass out I was seeing spots

[LeoAnon in reply to jocorod]

My face was hot and tingly. It felt like my skin was on fire I got an ice pack from the freezer. My stomach was also cramping.

[Angelblessings]

How are you feeling LeoAnon?

[LeoAnon in reply to Angelblessings]

A lot better.. still scared and traumatized.

[Angelblessings in reply to LeoAnon]

Was this the first bad one you had?

[LeoAnon in reply to Angelblessings]

No but it's the first bad one I've had in months. It didn't hold back either it have me all it's got and showed it's mighty face.

[Angelblessings]

Just know you are NOT alone. I’m learning to work through anxiety and panic attacks. I have a councilor now and I’ve learned A LOT! 🙂

[LeoAnon in reply to Angelblessings]

Thankyou. I'm still waiting on my referral to go through for my counseling.

[Iammesues]

How are you?

[jackiesj]

Have you seen a doc about physical illnesses many controlable.Off the top of my head, thyroid, diabetes or bad eating schedule, insomnia, even vitamin defiency etc can cause panic, bipolar feelings soooo much.Getting a doc to listen may be the hardest thought.