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How to overcome a panic attack.

by Lazy
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Good morning Warriors,

Here's a little bit of info I bet you didn't know about me. I have generalized anxiety disorder. What this means is that sometimes, for no reason at all I'll start having a panic attack.

For those of you that have never had one, well, you're lucky. It feels like a heart attack, mixed with the scariest thought you could ever imagine, paired with a swift kick in the stomach so you can't breathe.

Here's what I do to overcome these little bouts.

1. I close my eyes, and count to ten verrrrrrry slowly.
2. Then I do a breathing exercise. Breathe deeply in. Exhale slowly while saying "avocado" over and over (don't ask why, it just works)
3. try and take a step back, and realize that everything is ok, and the universe is how it should be.

After that, I'm fine, and ready to take on the day.

Cheers,
Lazy
#attack #overcome #panic
  • Profile picture of the author donhx
    Originally Posted by Lazy View Post

    Good morning Warriors,

    Here's a little bit of info I bet you didn't know about me. I have generalized anxiety disorder. What this means is that sometimes, for no reason at all I'll start having a panic attack.

    For those of you that have never had one, well, you're lucky. It feels like a heart attack, mixed with the scariest thought you could ever imagine, paired with a swift kick in the stomach so you can't breathe.

    Here's what I do to overcome these little bouts.

    1. I close my eyes, and count to ten verrrrrrry slowly.
    2. Then I do a breathing exercise. Breathe deeply in. Exhale slowly while saying "avocado" over and over (don't ask why, it just works)
    3. try and take a step back, and realize that everything is ok, and the universe is how it should be.

    After that, I'm fine, and ready to take on the day.

    Cheers,
    Lazy

    It's great that you have found something that works for you. Panic attacks can be debilitating, so it is good that you can deal with them.

    I like your #2 technique a lot , but I suspect the real cure comes in your step #3.
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    • Profile picture of the author Lazy
      Originally Posted by donhx View Post

      It's great that you have found something that works for you. Panic attacks can be debilitating, so it is good that you can deal with them.

      I like your #2 technique a lot , but I suspect the real cure comes in your step #3.
      Thanks for the feedback. You're right that #3 is the key point, but until I'm able to breathe, I can't really get there.

      :-)
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  • Profile picture of the author Isaiah
    Good tips...I could see this working when people get angry too....once you calm down in all situations..that outcome will always be better:_0
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  • Profile picture of the author Henri J
    Obviously the first thing is to breathe.

    I would also look into Emotional Freedom Techniques and the Sedona Method for emotional control (they rock!).
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