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Posted 7/22/2013 8:17 PM (GMT 0)
I've felt fine for the last several days. But I didn't really leave the house much. But today I had to leave the house and do a few things. Just like last week and a few times before that I was in line waiting to cash a check and I got that wierd feeling in my chest and a flash of wierdness. But unlike the other times this time I was ready for it and I knew it was panic and not anything else. Just knowing that in my mind seemed to shorten the panic with less post panic attack symptoms than the previous times. Does knowing what is going on lessen the panic somewhat?
Posted 7/22/2013 8:47 PM (GMT 0)
Oh yes! It certainly helps!! This is a great step in recovering.;) Being able to recognize and observe an attack if a huge leap in the right direction!

It is still not pleasant by any stretch of the imagination...but it is an improvement, right?

I no longer have the full blown attacks, but isolated symptoms that can still make me feel yucky...but it is nothing like the episodes that I used to suffer with for literally hours/days at a time.

It is great that you were able to push past your fear, and still go out, even though you were risking another attack! The positive result of that, is how you are now able to still face a situation that may cause panic...but you know how to handle it. Well done, you!

Keep working on your recovery progress...it is happening!

S.C.
Posted 7/22/2013 9:37 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks. I just cannot figure out why standing in a line at the store or elsewhere is triggering my attacks? Up until 2 weeks ago I never had any fear of standing in lines. I've never had anything bad happen to me while standing in a line. There must be a connection that I can't see yet.
Posted 7/22/2013 10:20 PM (GMT 0)
It may be a trigger Jerry and then again...not necessarily? I have had anxiety attacks while relaxing in bed, fine one minute...symptoms the next. Many others have had panic attacks out of nowhere. I'm no professional, but I think a lot of times one little quirk feeling at any given time or place and a chain reaction into the brains chemical release that causes our anxiety to take off like a rocket.

regardless of where or when it happens and for whatever reason....recognizing that it's just anxiety and rolling with it...will help just about every time.
Best wishes....WM
Posted 7/22/2013 10:42 PM (GMT 0)
Maybe it's got to do with what you're standing in line for? Preparing to pay bills? Worrying about money? Feeling rushed? etc.?

I don't know - just a thought.

My counselor has been trying to help me understand why I have a panic attack every Friday, since Friday is my easy day and the end of the week. I'm starting to think I save it up until I "have time" to panic. lol!

I dunno... these things are weird.

So glad that you were able to recognize it as panic, though! SUCH a big step. High fives and fist pumps to you, friend.
Posted 7/22/2013 10:50 PM (GMT 0)

BeRock said...
Maybe it's got to do with what you're standing in line for? Preparing to pay bills? Worrying about money? Feeling rushed? etc.?

I don't know - just a thought.

My counselor has been trying to help me understand why I have a panic attack every Friday, since Friday is my easy day and the end of the week. I'm starting to think I save it up until I "have time" to panic. lol!

I dunno... these things are weird.

So glad that you were able to recognize it as panic, though! SUCH a big step. High fives and fist pumps to you, friend.

You may be on to something. I was paying a bill today when I had my little episode and I have been worried about money lately.
Posted 7/23/2013 1:09 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Jerry

I'm glad you just rolled with it, it goes away as quickly as it came usually. I find if I just sit back and observe I'm alright even if I'm feeling weirded out a little bit. If I believe the panic it just boosts the feeling and tends to make it worse.

I think anxiety is something we are learning to accept and live with. Yeh it makes my stomach turn or I get sweaty and lost on my thoughts but that's really only about 5-15 minutes....then poof its gone as long as I observe and remember its just anxiety.

Last Friday I believed in the lie a little too much and got a little more than worked up and even disappointed with myself. I was upset that I fell for it. Well that's just anxiety speaking too. Sometimes all the questions and wondering is just feeding anxiety. But look around you are OK, you are paying tour bills, sure money may be tight or not but in the end face the facts you are paying the bills.

Sometimes when my balance goes below a certain number I get concerned but ever if my balance was zero I think I would survive. Many people survive financial hardships. No matter your situation pat yourself on the back!

Joshua
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