Anxiety Attack Over Son's Doctor Appointment

Omg yes!! How are you feeling now? I stress myself out over little things and sends me into a spiral.

I have different coping strategies depending on how deep of a panic I'm in. Whenever I'm immobilized (can't move or talk) I usually try to concentrate on good things that have happened recently to bring myself back. when I'm able to move again after that, it's usually very minimal, so I try to play music (you can look up songs with certain bpms and create a playlist. match where you are -- a high bpm, and slowly get slower). I usually rock or sway my body to the song (this is actually proven to calm your nervous system and help bring you down from the up-rwgulation of a panic attack). and finally I use cold thing (cold water on the feet, ice cube in my hands or mouth, etc)

I had a really bad attack last night, at bed time. I usually try to stay still, not fight it, talk myself through it, focus on breathing. I also crank my air conditioner all the way up and grab my favorite blanket.

It happens to me! Not so often anymore, but it used to be debilitating. You've got this!

Hi 90smomma! I’m with you there. I will get random attacks from the smallest things. I have found that breathing exercises work well for me. If I am past the point where I can’t catch my breath, then I will take a cold shower. I’m not sure why that helps me, maybe because it helps take the focus off of what’s in my mind, and makes me think about the cold water instead. Anyways. Hope you can find some peace 💕