Sometimes I get so anxious I throw up, shake, can't breathe, and sweat profusely - what can I do?
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Try taking deep breaths.. inhale exhale.. or count from 1 to 10. Shifting your attention to some other activity will help in lowering the effects to at least some extent..
You're psyching yourself out in those times. It may help you to focus on something. Taking a moment to close your eyes and count can help you focus in on your breathing and slow you.
Anonymous
October 25th, 2015 7:31pm
you can look around you and count 5 things that you can touch, 3 things you can smell, and 2 things that are of interesting and think about those things. this helps you stay in touch with reality and helps you calm down
Anonymous
October 25th, 2015 12:08pm
You could try autogenics. The point is that you have to CALM yourself. Calm yourself, and you'll automatically start thinking rationally which lead to decreased anxiety; And a more fulfilling life. http://www.guidetopsychology.com/autogen.htm
Normally the only thing you can really do is try to calm yourself down, usually by taking deep breaths.
Anonymous
October 25th, 2015 2:07am
Meditation has really helped me with my anxiety and depression. I used to vomit due to my anxiety but then I started using seven cups of tea and started going to therapy.
Anonymous
October 24th, 2015 3:18am
First of all, sit down and take a deep breath. Try to think of the things that calm you down the most. Everything around you is fine, and you're gonna be fine. Nothing is gonna hurt you, okay.
Anonymous
October 23rd, 2015 4:29pm
Talk to a professional. They have experience and will be able to help you figure out what you can do to reduce these symptoms.
Sounds like you are going through anxiety attacks. I suggest you to talk to a professional counselor about your anxiety attacks.
Anonymous
October 22nd, 2015 4:07pm
Just remind yourself that these times will pass. Pain and anxiety do not last forever. I used to get like that. So to make myself feel something, I would self harm. Now I know that if you just focus forward and remind yourself that it won't last forever and try to stay positive, it will work out okay!
While you still can, distance yourself from what's making you feel this way. Take this time to breathe in and out slowly, to free your mind from all your intoxicating thoughts. If not, take your time to acknowledge your feelings and analyze what makes you feel this way? If it's fear, worry or self-doubt, try to remember what your initial goal is in doing this and analyze if it's worth it. If it is, keep your focus on that and try your best to blur out everything that's keeping you from doing it. If it's not, you know what to do.
Anonymous
September 29th, 2015 5:37am
if you can take a shower, wash your face this will help calm your nerves and give your body and mind time to feel as if it were at ease. TAKE time to learn how to meditate as it is healthy and helps clear your mind and create a healthy mindset
Personally, I try to focus on my breathing. I try to count my breaths and I breathe in through my nose and out through my mouth! Eventually, after focusing on that for long enough then I start to calm down and then I continue to distract myself by doing an activity or hobby that is fun!
Anonymous
September 25th, 2015 7:39am
This sounds like an anxiety/panic attack. A doctor can help discuss this you and what might be causing this and even prescribe medication if necessary. Talking with a counselor about what may be triggering this anxiety may help you avoid it from recurring in the future.
I think it is good to consider what is making you anxious. Are there ways to dissect the event that makes you upset and lessen them somehow.
Go outside and try to get deep breathe.Never mind!Don't care :) Think like everything's gonna be okey
Anonymous
October 25th, 2014 5:28pm
First of all: this is a normal response of your body. It thinks something extreme is happening. Try and breathe in, hold for a sec of 5, and then exhale. Repeat it as long as needed to become more calm. And then if you feel better, try and find someone to talk to, and talk about the reason why it happened.
Anonymous
October 31st, 2014 9:03pm
Take a step back, and take a breath. Know that you are enough, you are so enough, it's incredible how enough you are:)
In my personal experience of having anxiety, I found the best way to calm my nerves is medetation. YouTube videos of this are my go-to.
Anonymous
November 6th, 2014 4:10pm
Depending on where you are, try to take some deep breaths and calm down so you can control your body
Anonymous
November 16th, 2014 2:06am
Going to one's "happy place" can be a fantastic way to escape all that is causing these symptoms of anxiety. Closing your eyes and envisioning a wonderful place where you feel free and peaceful can, in turn, allow you to breathe easier and lose the nauseous, shaking feeling.
calm down, take a deep breath and try acknowledging your surroundings and the people around you. it will help you get back to your senses.
Hello! Firstly, I would tell an adult or professional how you are feeling. You should never of through this alone, it sounds like an awful thing to deal with. Secondly, 7 cups of tea has some amazing resources you can check out helping with issues like you have described. Maybe it would be good to check them out as well? x
Anonymous
May 17th, 2015 5:45pm
First, you should practice some breathing exercises and talk to someone to distract yourself from it. Also think positively and motivate yourself.
I experienced these symptoms with my own anxiety. I found that I had to try and identify the specific thought I was fixating on at the time and write it down. This helped me to see my problems more clearly and begin to address the emotional root of my problem rather than cover the symptoms.
Those are symptoms of a panic attack. If you feel you are getting to that point, then take a timeout. Find a place where you can relax and calm down.
I suggest meditating It always helps me. Drink a tea, relax the mind and the body will then feel relaxed... Its all In the mind
Make an appointment with a health care professional. Look up 'Mindfullness meditation' - definitely worth trying. It teaches you calming techniques and how to train yourself to respond better to situations around you.
I would suggest you... Just relax... take a deep breath n thin about the positive side of your life... There are many possible things in smile that makes us smile... So smile.. n break free... I know its a very simple advice but it would surely help u though... Take care... :)
What has helped me when I'm anxious, is I usually concentrate on my breathing. I usually position myself comfortably and take long and deep breaths. After I have found a bit of relaxation I think of something that makes me laugh or happy. The goal I set myself it to be comfortable with the environment I am, either by telling encouraging myself or getting familiar to what's in store for me. After I have accepted the challenges and have gotten myself in a positive mindset, I can relax, and proceed.
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