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Posted 1/11/2011 6:41 PM (GMT 0)
I went to have my eyes examined today and while the Dr. was examing me,BAM.. an attack hit me.We had to stop and he went and got me a glass of water.When he returned i apologized and told him how embarrased i was.Of course he said"no problem,maybe the light being shined in your eyes caused it."After a few minutes i regrouped and we finished.

I was feeling really good this morning and was practicing my self-talk techniques.

Right now i fell a little down and really tired.I usually feel exhausted after an attack so i'm gonna go lay down and try to take a nap.I'm not gonna be to hard on myself as i know that to overcome my anxiety and PA will take time and practice.Thank you all for your support and encouragement!

Posted 1/11/2011 6:59 PM (GMT 0)
Hi always, I am so sorry that happened:(...but I'm not suprised. I had to fight off panic when I went with my daughter to an eye exam. I think that it has something to do with being in a closed, dark room with the bright spot light...very disorienting!

It sounds like the dr. wasn't suprised either. He has probably seen this before! It sounds like you did a great job of recovering. To be able to regroup and finish the exam is a victory!

Good idea to rest and take it easy, also eat healthy food, plenty of water, and double up on your breathing/relaxation exercises:)

Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm sure that others can relate. Here's to a calmer tomorrow!

Take care,
Scaredy Cat
Posted 1/11/2011 7:09 PM (GMT 0)
I am not surprised this happened either. I have suffered from anxiety and PA for so many years and I know that going certain places is still going to make me nervous. Its alright tho. I'm glad you are not beating yourself up about it bc I think going to the eye doctor makes even ppl with out these disorders, nervous.

You did a good job!! You deserve this rest!!
Posted 1/11/2011 7:40 PM (GMT 0)
I can identify so well with how you are feeling. I often think I have my act together even though I can feel the anxiety running low. When I get to where I have to go is when I lose it and then I feel so bad I just beat myself up.

I have a fear of the dentist and say stupid things like I really hate you - dah ! I truly like him, it is the anxiety I hate and the feeling of being a failure for not being able to control my fear. One day I almost left while waiting for him to come in to examine me.

Once I get home and my hubby tells me things are fine and " not to worry about it or what the dentist thought" then I can put the whole event in perspective.

You not alone my friend and never will be. Put this behind you and remember you are one awesome person that has anxiety.

I wish you peace,
Kitt
Posted 1/12/2011 1:24 AM (GMT 0)
Hi,

I'm sorry to hear of your anxiety and PA. To try and fight the fear can make it worse thats just the way it is.
Its just reacting to the rush of adrenalin that is with the anxiety which makes it worse so try not to do this.
And be good to yourself - your not a oven that you can turn on and off so this might take time. The less you
react to your anxiety the better off you will be - your not multiplying the issue by making a big deal of it. The
book by Claire Weeks, I think its titled "Help and Healing for Your Nerves" or something like that, I think you
might find helpful - I did. I wish you all the best.

Post Edited (ghosst8) : 1/11/2011 7:12:31 PM (GMT-7)

Posted 1/14/2011 3:10 PM (GMT 0)
you may have felt anxiety but you pushed through it! that is remarkable! i have been having little bouts of anxiety lately nothing like a major attack but just when i fell it coming on..and have been trying to shift the negative energy into positive thoughts!

but kudos! and just think its one step closer to beating the problem!
Posted 1/15/2011 2:30 AM (GMT 0)
Where you thinkiing about anything when this happened or did it just hit? I had that happen to me in MRI due to health anxiety. It was pretty embarassing to me, I couldn't stop shaking, like I was having a seizure,
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