Panicking Now

[Pansy]

Been a bit jittery over the last 24hrs, managed to keep it in control. Just 2 mins ago it just burst out. Feeling so tensed up, like I'm going to burst. Heart isn't really fast, just a big thump I can feel all over. Felt a bit waffy just now, like I'm going to faint, but that seems to have gone. I talked myself down a bit and convined myself that's all it is.......a panic attack.
Just feel like everything is getting on top of me at work and at home, and I feel like I can't cope with it.

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Sat here for a few minutes looking at this post, and reading other posts. Starting to feel a bit better, less overwhelmed. I think I might make a list of what I need to do and just work through it slowly.

Thank you for listening, it's good to know I'm not alone. Hope things aren't too bad for you at the moment.

[spuder]

U might wanna go and see your gp and tell him or her about it they might offer u CBT or tablets. Have u any nature sounds CDs or relax music that's what I do when I have a panic attack I put my CDs on and take slow deep breaths hope I've helped u lots off hugs to u xxxxxxxxx

[Tanner40]

Hi there, Pansy. Congratulations on talking yourself down from the panic attack. That's a big step and one that you should be proud of accomplishing. What techniques did younuse to talk yourself down? I generally find that writing down my anxious thoughts and seeing where they are irrational helps me. I replace the irrational thoughts with rational ones. I learned this through CBT and it really helps.

Also, a great idea to write down the things that need to be done. Don't forget to write down the things that you want to do. I always make sure to do something just for me. It's very important to put yourself on that priority list. You're worth it.

Again, great job on talking yourself down today.

[Pansy]

Thanks guys for your kind words of encouragement.
Tanner......I really just said out loud something like 'this is a panic attack. It will not kill you. You have had them before and survived.' I kept saying it over and over again.
I find if I write a to-do list, things don't seem to overwhelm me, I tick each one off as I complete the task. Strangely, when things are written down they don't seem that urgent anymore so I don't get wound up.

Spuder.........CD's sound a good idea, might try that. Yes, your kind words have helped.

Thanks again.

[spuder]

That's good to hear yeah u can buy panic attack help CDs from Amazon