Panic

[rgarza3895]

I just had a really bad attack. I’m still going through it but I think I’m close to the end of it. I tried using my new methods of facing my fears but man I kinda got lost in it. I was pretty scared. My whole arms and hands went numb. My toes went numb. My body was shaking. I had this awful taste in my mouth and kept feeling like I was floating. I called my therapist and he helped where he could. I took a cold shower and kinda pulled myself out of it. I didn’t think I was scared of anymore symptoms but I guess I am. It was rough

[Hidden]

Panic attacks are always rough. I had a couple of real bad ones where if I could have drove I would have went to the hospital. Accepting them doesn't come with a snap of a finger but it sounds like you're getting a handle on it. And you're starting to realize that they can't hurt you they're just scary. And they will go away in a relatively short amount of time.

[rgarza3895 in reply to Hidden]

Yeah I tried telling myself that. It worked until it didn’t lol. I knew it wasn’t gonna hurt me but the feeling was just scary. I was to that point that if I could’ve gone to the hospital I would’ve.

[Hidden in reply to Hidden]

Another trick I used to use was pretending my anxiety was a monster. When no one is around I would yell at the monster... is that all you got I know you can do better than that come on make it as bad as you can bring it I can take it!

[rgarza3895 in reply to Hidden]

I’ll try that next time

[Hidden]

Yeah and when you do use the dirtiest filthy language you can muster lots of f words

[rgarza3895 in reply to Hidden]

Got it. Gotta be aggressive. Now I’m just feeling real lightheaded. Like my head is floating lol the after effects of the adrenalin I’m assuming

[Hidden in reply to rgarza3895]

You nailed it sometimes the effects of a panic attack would last for a couple days weakness in the legs and body

[rgarza3895 in reply to Hidden]

Yeah it’s no fun lol

[rgarza3895 in reply to Hidden]

Just to update. I feel fine now. Just very tired. Reading my Claire Weekes book and reflecting on what I could’ve done differently. I’m trying to be gentle on myself

[Hidden in reply to rgarza3895]

I was looking over one of my older posts when I had anxiety attacks thought I'd share it with you.Good morning all🙂 Today I will get a bit better reducing my anxiety. My anxiety monster is a bit shy this morning. Maybe he is starting to get the picture I don't like him anymore cause he is weird, ugly and whispers lies and what ifs and oh no not agains in my ears. Bring it on cause I can take it now stupid monster. In fact would love a little dose of adrenalin with some tingling and weakness. Ha ha ha Bring it on here I am what are you waiting for. Think I can't handle another panic attack? Bullshit I can deal and will win looser monster! What a great day to be alive!

[rgarza3895 in reply to Hidden]

Love it thank you

[Hidden]

I had to reread a lot of chapters not a big deal. It's very very difficult to sit there and accept the panic as she recommends but necessary I still love to yell and cuss at it. Once you're over your panic attacks or anxiety in my case it took a couple weeks for my body to catch up . Remember your nerves are like the oily trigger not the rusted up old one. 😉 I know she says in the book that setbacks shouldn't be a concern keep persevering. You're definitely on the right path!

[rgarza3895 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you so much for your kind words. I try to stay positive but every now and then it’s too much and very hard. I’m proud of myself for making it through another one. I’m tired but I don’t feel completely beat up like I used to. Baby steps.

[Hidden in reply to rgarza3895]

That's right well said remember let Timepass 👍

[rgarza3895]

Yes I was doing a progressive muscle relaxation and then it got a lot worse bc I couldn’t focus. Usually those do help. I ended up calling my therapist and luckily he answered. He suggested a different breathing exercise with a cold shower and then the same breathing exercise again. 10 rounds of 3-4-5 breathing. The cold shower finally pulled me out of it. Just recovering right now.

[lewis1]

Sorry to hear about your panic. I hope it gets better for you.

[detour13]

Good morning.. How are you feeling now? People are giving you great advice...

I have had panic attacks for 35 years and still get them.. Just remeber they can't hurt you.. But damn when they come .. They come on strong... do your breathing exercises.. And tell yourself they will pass,,,,

[rgarza3895 in reply to detour13]

I’m feeling okay today. My thoughts are still everywhere and I feel kinda funny. I’ve just been doing a lot of breathing exercises trying to keep calm. Keep reminding myself I’ve felt all of this before and that it won’t hurt me.

[detour13 in reply to rgarza3895]

I been saying that for 33 years and I'm 54 and I'm still freaken out big time when I get a panic attack.. It ruined my life.. I hate it...

[HD1960]

Wow,sounds pretty scary, and you did good pulling out of it.

I had one today just now slowing down from it.

Keep up the good work and let them come and say , this will pass

Mike