Urgent help & contention please 🥺

[Milliewaterlilly]

This morning I had a panic attack as soon as I woke up. I'm deeply scared of my life situation, I see no way out and I feel like a failure. I lost my job months ago and I see no future for myself. I'm really losing all hope. I was so alone this morning when this happened.

What do you do when you find yourself utterly alone in a mental breakdown like that? I'm not in immediate danger but I do feel my emotions, fear and despair are out of control. I don't have a support system around me either. I'm lucky I'll talk to a therapist in two hours thats not my current therapist but at least I'll be able to vent. I'm also lucky to have a good psychiatrist.

I'm looking for specific advice, perspective and comforting words.

Please I hope you can support me in this.

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[Blessingsandlove]

I am so sorry that you are experiencing this. I know all to well how that feels. I am going through the exact same thing. I know it is hard and sometimes seems impossible to overcome but we have to find a way to try. I am sending prayers and support your way. Keep talking to someone about your feelings and stay strong. I am here if you need someone to talk to.

[MarileeKemp]

I’m so sorry you’re feeling this way. I find breathing in and holding it for counts of four really helps when my head starts really spinning. Another great trick for me is to stick my head in the freezer for a few minutes. It helps, try it. I feel this way a lot with my own anxiety, feel free to reach out to me

[HoldingonLou]

Are you taking medication for it? Maybe your doctor needs to change the dose. Do you have a pet? I've always had pets so when I feel stressed I play & talk to them. It's always made me feel better. The deep breathing does help. Take a deep breath and hold it in for a count of 4 then blow it out like you are blowing a candle. Concentrate on blowing on your finger in front of you. Do the deep breathing a few times and it should help. I find singing helps too. Take care.

[Dolphin14]

Hi

How did your appointment go?

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[BrightApril]

You can always call a crisis line either by chat, text, or phone. In addition there are warm lines and loneliness lines. Sometimes you need that voice when your support system is not available. Except for the crisis line, some lines only serve certain states. Try Google.