Anxiety & Panic.
Hello,
Lately, I’ve been experiencing random spouts of panic attacks and anxiety everyday. I’m unsure what’s triggering it and have taken some steps to improve my mental state: exercise almost daily, see a therapist and a psychiatrist, eat better, use the calm app for mediation, soundscapes and breathing techniques, go for appointment check ups with my primary, call friends, call the crisis lines—I’ve even tried cbd. However, nothing seems to subside the feeling of pure panic in those moments. It leaves me feeling scared and hopeless.
If anyone has any advice or maybe some other techniques or stories they would like to share that could possibly help me understand what’s happening or how to get through this difficult time. I’d really appreciate it. Thank you for listening.
@gadgetgurl
I'm so sorry you are going through this. Reading and coloring are good. sounds like you are doing good coping things already..proud of you
Thank you. I’m really trying, it’s so difficult in the moment. I will try your suggestions
so sorry, i get these too. what i do is to just repeat to myself that this is a bout of anxiety and/or a panic attack and it will pass. then i try and ground myself by counting my 7s starting from 25. i try and talk to someone if i can, or just pretend i am. this works for me and might not work for you, but i thought i might help someone.
ty for your insight. I’ll try the 7s method. We will get through this!
