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Posted 6/28/2007 2:19 PM (GMT 0)
Since moving into my new building, I make it a point to go up to the roof every night and look out over the city. I can see thousands of cars driving on the freeways and surface streets, and it helps me gain more perspective. I'm not alone. All those people out there...they have their share of problems, too, and many are much worse than mine. But more than that, when you gaze out at a panoramic scene, you can't help but to realize you're part of something greater.

Ironically, it's a similar feeling to what I experienced when I first stepped into the Pacific Ocean. The enormity of it all is somehow comforting. We are all just one little part of a much, much greater ecosystem. I swear that God spoke to me that night when I first looked toward the abyss. I'd never seen anything like it before and I was totally entranced.
Posted 6/29/2007 11:23 AM (GMT 0)
VERY WELL written and said Debaser
Thanks for sharing that with us

How are you doing otherwise..........
Do u use any of these techniques??

LYN
Posted 6/29/2007 12:37 PM (GMT 0)
I'm doing quite well. Anxiety pops up now and then, but it's not the kind of problem it used to be. Panic attacks seem like a distant memory.

Nah, I don't really use any of these techniques. I discovered that I got most of my breakthrough anxiety when I was having "downtime", so now I simply try to stay busy. Instead of just sitting on the couch or at the computer, I go to the roof, for example. If you read my blog you know I take lots of photos. And now that I'm in Dallas and have friends to hang out with, I do that.

So it's cool. I've been thinking lately that all of this was God's way of telling me not to be so lazy when I'm not working. That I should use my talents and gifts, etc. It sure took me a while to get the message, didn't it? Several years.
Posted 7/7/2007 10:58 AM (GMT 0)
It does sometimes take a few years and plenty of mistakes ( at least on my part) to finally HEAR HIM and know what HE is saying to me

Be well
Luvs
LYN


Want to keep this at top
very many new members and this is great input
Posted 8/19/2007 2:42 AM (GMT 0)
What I do is picture the ideal location or what makes me happy inside my mind. I also do like a description thing to get my mind off the panic. I'll think of something like a tree and describe it in full detail until the panic eases.
Posted 8/19/2007 4:29 AM (GMT 0)

I use this same technique when I am at the dentist, I picture my "happy place in my mind and leave the dentist behind" I just keep thinking of a wonderful and peaceful spot and I let all my muscles go limp.

It works very well for me. 

Posted 8/22/2007 3:26 PM (GMT 0)
LOL
It seeems we all go to " OUR Happy Place" to get us thru albeit dentists or whatever ..........
Great ideas
Posted 9/22/2007 6:09 PM (GMT 0)
Another relaxation technique is EFT (Emotional Feeling Therapy) or Tapping. I found it very useful in situations outside of the house. It can be shortened and it does help. Meditation is a big one for me as well and affirmations help too.
xoxox
eveie
Posted 9/22/2007 6:47 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Evie for your input ......I am sure ppl will want to know more .........perhaps you could do a shortened synopsis of the tech you use ..........
Posted 11/7/2007 10:05 AM (GMT 0)
No-one continued to talk about EFT or Tapping? If eveie is still out there, can you shed a bit more information? Sounds interesting. I am undergoing CBT, due for my 3rd session on Monday, but he simply tells me that the distraction route will only postpone your healing and the best way is to simply put up with the panic and that it will go away. To say on a scale of 1-100 how bad it is, and analyse it in words, write it down and then with each one, analyse and you should notice they get better. I think mine are. I can take my son to school without a panic in the playground and I have a party on Friday and am nowhere near as nervous as I usually am - so it must be working. Don't get me wrong I don't like sitting through a panic anymore than the next person, but once you have done the first one you feel so proud of yourself that the next one is slightly easier - go on give it a try and post your successes.
Posted 11/13/2007 5:15 PM (GMT 0)
chowch

Am bringing this back to front in hopes Eveie will expand on the input she has given and you would like to know more about

LYN
Posted 11/14/2007 2:16 AM (GMT 0)

This is all very interesting. The first post about the different techniques, we learned those in my Psychology class. We did a bunch of different things. It was very interesting to study. We did the muscle relaxing and tensing, the music, the 'happy place', the breathing, and all that stuff. It helped me some. We didn't get to massage so that might be nice to try!

I was wondering though, I have been reading up on Alternative medicine, I was wondering if anyone went to a doctor who did alternative medicine. I have always wanted to be a doctor and I only have a year left of school so I was exploring my options and came across alternative medicine. I am not one to really take meds. I stay away as much as possible. Probably more than I should. I dont take anything, ever. But, alternative medicine seems to be the more natural healthy way more and more people are going to these days. Like aromatherapy, different massages, yoga, meditation, acupuncture, etc. Has anyone here tried any of those? For stress, anxiety, etc??

Just wondering. I was looking into it and reading up on stuff so I thought I would ask...

Take care everyone!

 

Posted 11/14/2007 2:34 AM (GMT 0)

I have heard of EVT, or read about it some. I believe it has to do with the 'client' releasing the deep inner emotions that are the root of there problems. Over time the person expresses there deep emotions and can return to emotional stability. I am not totally sure, but I believe it has something to do with that. I guess it would be like getting to the inner most core of whats causing the problem. After working through it I guess it is supposed to make the problem (anxiety, stress, etc) go away. Again, I am not 100% positive.

Ok, I looked all of this up because it is all very interesting, I think I found out what Tapping is:
"EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) balances the energy system with a tapping procedure which stimulates designated meridian endpoints on the face and body. Restoring the balance of the energy system neutralizes emotional conflicts at their source, which then allows the body and mind to resume their natural healing abilities."

Basically what it says is that the body is an energy source mad eup of positive and negative charges. When using tapping the person selects a problem they want to work on, then rate there discomfort of a scale of 0-10. Then, the person taps the Karate Chop (outside of the hand along pinky finger) and repeats the problem and there acceptance 3 times. Then, come up with a short reminder phrase. Repeat the phrase while tapping given stress points of the face and body. Then, you rate it again. And it basically repeats itself. I would be glad to state the site I got this info from if anyone wants to check it out. I may even try it myself. I am always up for new things. And besides if I do decide to study alternative medicine it will be good practice!

Anyways, I hope that helps some. I looked it all up. I am a research buff. And an interested learner. I love to learn new things. (Mostly medical). But, I did the best I could. Hope it helps and take care!

Posted 11/14/2007 3:50 AM (GMT 0)

Thanks TeNNis

Interesting information.  I have seen a bit about this but never really looked into it.

I am a firm believer in if it works for you than you do it.  Maybe we will hear more from Eveie. :)

Posted 12/30/2007 2:43 PM (GMT 0)
I know that after the past several days that I have had, I need to start using more of these techinques so that my anxiety and panic don't go into high gear.  I know Ihave been dealing with a lot, but I have to learn how to relax more to keep things under control.  It's certainly better than taking an extra valium - but I will continue with that for a while until I can use these techniques effectively.  I glad there is so much input on this particular thread.  Thanks everyone - keep up the good work!   Wen
Posted 12/30/2007 7:47 PM (GMT 0)
I just watched a YouTube video on using EFT for fear of flying.  Here is the link if you want to check it out.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8wQpyA0QBo

It seemed counterproductive to me how she talked through all the horrible things that can happen but at the same time they were the things being said in my self concsious anyway and it sounded so crazy to hear it out loud it made me realize how ridiculous my thinking was.

Posted 12/30/2007 8:13 PM (GMT 0)

FitzyK23

Thanks for sharing. I am a firm believer in do what works for you.  So if it works, that is great.  :)

Kitt

Posted 12/30/2007 10:58 PM (GMT 0)
I have NOOOOO idea if it works lol. I just posted it since someone asked what EFT was.
Posted 12/30/2007 11:53 PM (GMT 0)
FitzyK23, Thanks for the information, I agree with Kitt - whatever works best for each and every one of us is what we should use. Have a very happy New Year. Wen
Posted 12/31/2007 1:27 PM (GMT 0)

Excellent thread, thanks so much for posting.  As well as the PMR technique, another thing that has worked really well for me is mentally making note of the physical sensations that I'm feeling during a panic attack - I just think to myself, okay I'm feeling dizzy, I'm having trouble breathing, getting sweaty, etc and just sort of mentally jot down what's going on... Not exactly sure why this has been so effective but it's been a really good method for me for getting a panic attack under control quickly. 

Victoria - how was the reflexology?

Posted 12/31/2007 2:55 PM (GMT 0)
Hi there
Welcome to HW
I have not seen Victoria for a bit but I am sure she will pop in ..............

Yes these are some great techniques for handling the a/p as is the way you do ........

I hope you will stick around and see the support and Caring here within this forum and family ............
LYN
Posted 1/3/2008 6:05 PM (GMT 0)
Bringing to top for Laurel ...( hopeisreal)
Posted 1/3/2008 6:35 PM (GMT 0)
thanks Lyn! Off to read all of the good stuff here! :)

Laurel
Posted 1/4/2008 5:15 PM (GMT 0)
LOL....RELAX n enjoy
GREAT stuff seriously IMHO

Luvs
LYN
Posted 1/5/2008 7:09 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Lyn,   I have to agree with you - great stuff.  I've used them quite frequently lately - especially the deep breathing.  I'm sure glad we have this post!!   Wen
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