Panic attack

[kensteel12]

I having big panic attack right now.

This one is crazy my heart is racing unbelievable and hands are shaking and sweaty and cold at the same time. Head pressure. Eye soreness.

Wow this crazy

[Speechpat]

Take some slow deep breaths. What set it off?

[kensteel12 in reply to Speechpat]

Argument with my mum.

[Speechpat in reply to kensteel12]

Well that’s not good. Does she understand your panic/anxiety issues.

[kensteel12]

No. She is old fashion. Who is just making it up and told me to snap out of it.

My chest feels like it’s going to explode,so much pressure.

[Speechpat]

When I get overwhelmed I have Xanax to calm me down. Its a tiny dose. I also lay down and try a guided meditation. Also it helps to get your mind engaged in a different direction. If I give into the bad feeling then it takes me a while to calm down. I’m sorry your mom doesn’t understand. We all do. 🙂

[kensteel12 in reply to Speechpat]

Thankyou speechpat for your help.

[Speechpat]

Any time. Know we all care.

[andreamayy]

I'm sorry you feel that way. I just had an anxiety attack as well. If you don't have medication or do not want to use medication try removing yourself from the literal environment and into something else. I take hot baths (not because of its relaxing spa bs) but it has to do with sensory. It helps bring you back down. It's ok if people don't understand, including the ones closest to you. It's not their journey, it's yours. And anxiety is just part of it. I hope this helps and sending prayers and good vibes.

[kensteel12 in reply to andreamayy]

I don’t use meds. Side affects are to intense. I hate anxiety. It has driven me into my home and I don’t leave it anymore. I’m a wretched mess. Teeth missing, putting on weight cos I can’t get out to exercise. My mind plays tricks on me.

[andreamayy in reply to kensteel12]

Have you tried a mild medication like Lexapro? I do not do well with medications either but it seems to help. I hate it too, it's crippling and makes you feel so small. But you're not, that's the anxiety talking. Although it may be part of you, you are different from your anxiety. I understand, my mother dealt with the same severity of issues you deal with and I have my own. Some days walking into your yard is an accomplishment. But, it's good that you acknowledge your anxiety instead of ignoring it. You're on the right path, you just seem stuck. You have a disorder that's not your fault but it is your responsibility. You're capable whether you know it or not. Start small with exercise in the house, there are plenty of videos online. Good feelings work the same way bad feelings work. It starts to compound and build on itself.

[kensteel12 in reply to andreamayy]

No meds at all. I’m going to do hypnotherapy starting Wednesday.

Hopefully that helps with my agoraphobia.

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Hi! Hope you’re feeling calmer now. If not, have you tried listening to zen music on youtube and breathing in and out deeply and in sync with the music? That helps me.

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just think of other totally difrent thougt something that makes you happy and remember you control your brain not the other way around

[Lorie]

Sorry your mother doesn't understand how ill this, makes you. My mothers the same. She's 90 and says just get on with it. Not that easy to put into practice. Hope you feel better soon. I'm sorry I can't say how to cope with this I'm suffering too. Just sending you my good wishes and prayers your way.

[acsmith8213]

I'm sorry you went through that. I hope you're feeling better. When people don't understand it's hard. Hugs to you.

[Speechpat]

How are you doing today?