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Posted 12/19/2013 6:38 AM (GMT 0)
Here we go again. It's been a while since my panic has woken me up... I've been having panic attacks but ive been doing alil better with them. Right now I just feel so,scared. my chest feels so sore.. I think it's cause I've had a bad cold and cough for a week.. But this soreness just started happening 2 nights ago... Now it feels sore and I feel like hot flashes and my neck hurts... So scared this could be a stroke.. But don't wanna just rush to the hospital if it's just panic.. Last time that cost me 2000.00 :( someone help please . I feel so helpless :( cry
Posted 12/19/2013 1:04 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Ms. Jessy

Do you know the signs of stroke? Just look in a mirror and smile or stick your tongue out. If you got to the mirror in the first place without leaning again a wall or losing major motor function - great sign! And if you can do both smile and stick out your tongue, you've only got a case of the worries, that's all.

Don't spend too much time or energy on it, move beyond that and the worry and dive into life. If you're alone and worried I always recommend a cold shower to bring you back to reality and a nice cup of tea or hot water to ease your stomach. Camomile is great, smells good too!

What's going on in your life lately?

Hope you are feeling better soon!

Joshua
Posted 12/19/2013 3:54 PM (GMT 0)
Ms. Jessy

 

I am sorry your feeling the pains of anxiety waking you up but remember you have worked through this before.  Think back to what helped you the most and see if that will help you now.

If you feel you need to see your Dr., do make and appointment and know that we are all here to help you.

Big breath and let it out.

Gentle Hugs,

Kitt

Posted 12/19/2013 6:16 PM (GMT 0)
Hi M.J.

I am so sorry that you are feeling so scared right now. ;(

Anxiety is an opportunistic bully, who can kick us while we are down. Illnesses such as colds/flus, ect can be just the foot in the door that they need.

Be patient with yourself and the process of healing. Being sick for a week wears you down.

Rest and recover, and know that heightened anxiety at this time is expected.

I hope that you are feeling relief soon...use those coping skills!

S.C.
Posted 12/20/2013 3:13 AM (GMT 0)
i like to Take some deep breaths and think "if it was something like a stroke or heart attack it would have already happened. and then think how uncommon strokes are for younger people! I have had a cough for a little over a month and i too get the random soreness, but your using muscles your body is not use to using so much a day! When you wake up panicky, drink a cold glass of water and maybe listen to some soothing music, I like to listen to Drake and The Weeknd when I wake up early and it always puts me back to sleep! Hang in there!
Posted 12/20/2013 3:15 AM (GMT 0)
try to remember your body cant panic for more than 25 minutes! and average panic attacks last around 5-10 minutes! walk around your house for a few minutes, get a drink, splash water on your face! or call me ill wake up at any given time and calm anyone down:)
Posted 12/20/2013 10:13 PM (GMT 0)
^ You are so right about the "if it was a stroke or heart attack it would have happened already" I ALWAYS tell myself that. It definitely helps! But as far as the panic only lasting 25 minutes, Ive had panic attacks for literally hours straight many times!! And its terrible!! Especially at night when it disturbs your sleep its the worst )-: hope you are feeling better Ms.Jessy! (-:
Posted 12/21/2013 4:28 AM (GMT 0)
Its so weird how our brains work. Making us worry constantly about nothing!
Posted 12/21/2013 1:02 PM (GMT 0)
Thank all of you for such kind and helpful words. This site has been the only thing able to calm me.. Grateful to you all
Posted 12/21/2013 6:10 PM (GMT 0)
M.J.,

We are here for you!! I hope that you are feeling better, and able to enjoy the holidays!!

Post anytime you need encouragement...we care about you!:)

S.C.
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