setback major blip

[jayb1]

Thanks ana I find in for 4 out for 7 works for me the only time I can't do belly breathing is when I'm walking which is when I need it most , when I'm outside I have to stop do the breathing exercises for a bit then start again. Its obviously a mental block with me but I keep practising. It's so good being able to talk to people who totally understand and as a long term anxiety sufferer like me I know you do. Thanks again

[ana]

I understand what you mean - it's very reassuring being able to speak with people who know what you are going through, and you're quite welcome.

Ah yes, in for 4 out for 7 does the trick as well, and I have the same problem when it comes to panicking while walking. I mentioned this to my therapist and she said 'well, then stop to breathe.' I felt silly not having thought of this myself,lol. The main impulse is, of course, to keep on walking, running, to get away as fast as I can!
However, I took her up on the advice when I was panicking on my way from work the other day, and it helped! I stopped walking and wouldn't restart until I'd settled down.