Hello
Hey - I'm Sam. I feel a little awkward writing this as I've never really done anything like this before. I've experienced anxiety, panic attacks and depression since my mid teens and although I have managed it all for a number of years I have been suffering a little recently. I don't really have anyone to turn to that understands how I feel and I don't like bringing people down, it'd just be nice to find some people who can relate to the way I'm feeling, and hopefully we can help each other get to a better place. Thanks for taking the time to read this.
The only one I really know of is to control my breathing. My GP told me to cup my hands around my nose and mouth, breathe in through my nose and count to 5, then exhale through my mouth and count to 5. It does seem to work if I can catch it early but if I go in to a full-on panic attack all rational thinking goes out the window and I have a rough time! What about you?
@AnxiousSam1
Welcome to Depression Support and 7 Cups Community
Reaching out to seek help needs a lot of courage and I applaud you for taking a big step. Also I hope that you find the help and support you're looking for. And feel free to drop me a message if you want to talk 