I was sure i was going to die!

[DBrandson]

Im trying to sleep but just b4 i doze off i wake up thinking im not breathing, its really worring me and has never happend b4

[Tyke]

I have felt like this before when very anxious. What I find helpful is to try and relax as much as possible before bedtime. I use a relaxation CD to help me unwind which seems to lessen the anxious thoughts a bit.

Tyke :)

[Anxious_gal]

Happens me a lot when falling to sleep, I become aware I am not breathing, ugh freaks me out every time : ( it is worse when I'm very tired or anxious.
It's been happening the last few nights, it's awful as I'm then afraid to go back to sleep.