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User Profile: sunnyFarm2997
sunnyFarm2997 March 21st, 2023

I experienced a panic attack this afternoon and I have no idea what triggered it. I was having a really good day and out of nowhere my anxiety overwhelmed me. Nothing special on my mind. Usually I can understand where the flare came from but I just don’t understand this episode. Now I’m worried about having attacks for no reason.

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User Profile: peacekeeper33
peacekeeper33 March 21st, 2023

I don't have an answer for you, but a question. . . After a panic attack- when it is completely over, I often have a sense of peace and calm, like a "why did you get so worked up about that?" And I am exhausted, so I usually fall asleep. Do you think those actions were what your body needed at the time, so they caused a panic attack? Maybe? I'm no therapist, that has just been my observation. If I were you, I wouldn't worry about it. . . Maybe your body was telling you that you needed to calm down, for whatever the reason. . . Just my thoughts. . .

User Profile: Trawr
Trawr March 22nd, 2023

It is completely normal to get anxious about having another panic attack. Maybe make a list of tools that could help you in the event another one happens?

User Profile: LilFurk
LilFurk April 3rd, 2023

Hello @sunnyFarm2997,

I hope you are doing fine. It is okay and completely normal to experience anxiety even if you are not aware of it from time to time. You can try some grounding techniques when you feel like you are gonna have an attack.

User Profile: Breeze2345
Breeze2345 April 3rd, 2023

Hi @sunnyFarm2997,

How are you doing now? I know it can be very confusing to not be aware of what is going on. However, some indicators of stress are not too obvious, so even if you are not in a stressful situation at the moment. I hope you could try some grounding technique or deep breathing exercises to help you during such time, if not you could always refer to this resource :

https://www.7cups.com/forum/AnxietySupportCommunity_53/AnxietySupportResources_412/TipstoCopewithaPanicAttack_50795/?notifyID=164697429

Feel free to reach out to me or any other listener to help you out, incase you would like to talk about it or might need someone to reach out to.

User Profile: purpleTree4652
purpleTree4652 April 5th, 2023

@sunnyFarm2997

Hi, Farm,

How are you feeling lately?

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