I just have to get this off my chest - my anxiety level is rising and I feel as though I am having panic attack symptoms.
I used to suffer from panic attacks very badly. I was sent to the hospital on numerous occaisions because of them. Generally speaking I thought I had them under control. I take anti depressants which help, but I also learned to recognize the signs of one coming on and could handle them. The last few days however, I am unable to shake the anxiety and I feel like I am on the verge of an attack. My chest is tightening, my breathing becomes difficult, I feel like my whole insides are quivering constantly, - really not a nice feeling.
I don't understand why it is so bad these past few days. I don't think I am undergoing any added or extra stress compared to normal. It is irking me and I want the feeling to go away I am just not sure how to do that.
Anyway, if anyone has any suggestions about what to do to calm down, I would love to hear them. I run, which hasn't helped much lately, I sip on my favorite tea. I go to bed early (9pm) - but I am at a loss right now.
Thanks for being out there everyone.
Peace and love to you all.
Shana
For me, stress balls are very helpful. Officeplayground.com has some wonderful ones--try the DNA one! It's fun! Also, I don't know what your spiritual stance is, but prayer and reading Psalms usually helps me. And if you have a pet, that can be a HUGE aid. My cat helps me more than I can say--that's actually the reason I decided to adopt her in the first place.
In the mean time, hang in there, and please talk to a healthcare provider about your symptoms.
Much love,
Vero
Dear Shana,
I believe that practicing relaxation and controlling stress are two very good ways to reduce the symptoms of Anxieties and Panic attacks. I also know this is better said than done.
When you have a chance take some time to do things that you enjoy and do not require much out of you. A long bath, an enjoyable book, some candle light senses, relaxing music...
Also keep reminding yourself of what you're experiencing and that it too will pass. You aren't actually in any immediate danger. Recognize and accept all the feelings this situation brings you and do not feed other "what if fears".
Hope this helped any!
Love, Ana
Thanks ladies!
I am really trying to believe that "this too shall pass" but it goes get difficult when you feel like your chest is going to tighten up and close on you.
HEY I KNOW HOW U FEEL JUST KNOW U R N THE RITE PLACE TO GET SUPPORT BECAUSE WE ALL ARE GOING THREW THIS SO WE CAN RELATE TO EACH OTHER ITS LIKE WE JUST WANT TO BE NORMAL AGAIN AN THE NORMAL PPL JUST DNT KNOW WHAT WE FEEL OR WHAT WE ARE GOING THREW ITS HELL THEY JUST DNT UNDERSTAND BUT I KNOW WHAT U FEEL LIKE SO FEEL FREE TO MESSAGE ME ANY TIME IM HERE STAY BLESSED
hi
the biggest problem you have just reading your first post is the fear of it coming back. the fact that you are so worried it is coming back actually gives it the power to come back. how about looking at it in a different light, you beat it before, so IF it comes back you can beat it again. im no expert in the same boat as you, but the fear of the anxiety is the biggest problem, and here we go again in that vicious circle! good luck x
I so know how u feel! for years I felt fine and felt that I had it all under control until a couple of weeks ago it has returned! its not the 1st time i have hadwhat they call a "set back" but they do PASS!!! it doesnt feel like it but believe it does! I have been feeling the depersonalization feeling these past few weeks and it is horrible!!! even though i have experienced all this before it feels as if i never have!! just no u r not alone and i just joined this site but i am here 2 talk ANY TIME!!!