Anxiety & Panic after several Heart Attacks..

[4lucynicky]

after having 3 heart attacks over the last 15 years, now 65... I still have anxiety about my future and having more cardiac issues, its on my mind to much, after having the first heart attack, I really gave it my all and seemed to cope very well... now I feel so much more aware of what's going on in my body.. from all my medical tests things seem in order, yet as I age now it seems other medical problems become aware, I want to live my life with concern but not fear... does anything about medications for anxiety help in the long run ?

[Cat33]

So sorry to hear what a horrible time you have had to have 3 heart attacks

Glad that you now have been given a good bill of health Can really understand your concerns and I hope your doctors can reassure you

You look amazing for 65 are you sure you have not made a typing error 😉

I can't really advise about medication sorry but for me it's relaxation techniques that keep me well and anxiety free I use the videos on YouTube Michael Sealey he is very good

Wishing you all the very best

[Agora1 in reply to Cat33]

Cat33, just wanted to mention that I use Michael Sealey videos. as well. His voice is so soothing. My best to you x

[Cat33 in reply to Agora1]

That's good to know I'm recommending someone good

Yes love his voice I'm relaxed just hearing him do the introduction I very rarely get to the end of the video without falling asleep

All the best to you too I love reading your replies they are always full of brilliant advice

[Agora1 in reply to Cat33]

Cat33, it takes all of us to make this great forum. Thanks!

[Cat33 in reply to Agora1]

Yes true but when I see your replies I always think you give such words of wisdom You are always positive and help so many I try to as I'm well now but you always beat me with much better advice x

[Agora1 in reply to Cat33]

That's kind of you Cat33. I write from my own experiences. The outcome is what counts. I'm glad you are doing well.

Keep it up x

[Cat33 in reply to Agora1]

Yes me too I was agoraphobic never got housebound but it was hell going out I would have given the world to have found a forum like this then

I'm glad you are doing well too and bless you for making a big difference to so many who are really suffering

[Agora1]

Hi 4lucynicky, for someone who has been through 3 heart attacks, Cat33 is right, you do look great. Apparently you deal with stress better than you think.

As for medications, they are really short term to bridge that gap until something else is found that works for you. To look forward to each day without fear is difficult when you have anxiety. However, using techniques to keep you calm can help if you work at it. I use meditation and deep breathing first thing in the morning and last thing at night.

I do a 10 minute relaxation video on YouTube midafternoon whether stressed or not. It helps getting your mind and body trained to react to positive reinforcement rather than waiting until you are over the edge with anxiety.

Life is about living each moment to the fullest. I wish you well.