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Posted 4/2/2012 11:35 AM (GMT 0)
Well I thought things were getting better until after I woke up from a nap. I felt dizzy, nauseas, about to throw up and tingling and tightness in my throat. The worst of course is my head not being able to focus in on one thing! So out of it.... Can say that this is the first big one I've had since feb 19th though.... I know it will pass, and I have my xanax for now which might offer some relief, we will see. i can't stand taking it because it makes me feel weak... so that doesn't make me feel any better :'( It just feels like a never ending rollercoaster. I wasn't even anxious about anything which is crazy, it just started because of the dizziness and nausea.. sent me into a head spin. Anyway, hope you all are doing well!
Posted 4/2/2012 12:42 PM (GMT 0)
Were you only sleeping for a short time? I've noticed with me that I sometimes wake up and immediately panic if I've only been asleep for less than an hour or so. Its usually because i feel disorientated and dizzy.. It sucks and it's so scary!
Posted 4/2/2012 1:08 PM (GMT 0)
You are not weak if you take Xanax. I used to think that to but now I'm to the point if I need it I'm gonna take it and I don't take it much. Hope you feel better soon
Posted 4/2/2012 1:09 PM (GMT 0)
No I actually had been sleeping for a while, the nausea came out of no where. I have woken up after a few hours of sleep in a full blown anxiety attack before... NOT FUN! :)
Posted 4/2/2012 1:10 PM (GMT 0)
And thanks Barbz! I just have to keep thinking tomorrow will be a new day :)
Posted 4/2/2012 2:08 PM (GMT 0)
You are still getting better Rach! This is just a tiny detour alongside the journey. It happens to everyone...and I remember the dissapoinment of it happening to me the first time really well.

I had gone through my therapy, and was winning the battle over anxiety attacks, only to have them appear at night instead! It is especially awful because you're defenless and groggy, unable to think clearly.

Practicing the use of your regular coping skills will help you eventually, even if you wake up with the panicky feelings. I still use my breathing and positive mantras when I wake up anxious, and it really helps.:)

Keep up the good work and keep posting!

S.C.
Posted 4/2/2012 2:43 PM (GMT 0)
Hey SC! Your so right. It's hard to control the panic in your subconscious, which takes full control in your dreams and while your sleeping... and it is just a detour, I have to believe that. Thanks for your positive words :) It means a ton!
Posted 4/2/2012 3:48 PM (GMT 0)
Yes it will I went years without anxiety and you will to.
Posted 4/2/2012 4:25 PM (GMT 0)
Rach,

Anxiety can absolutely present itself at a time when you feel there's nothing to be anxious about.  You are not weak for using your medication and please know, like many of us,  you will have many good days when anxiety doesn't even cross your mind and then out of the blue you will have a down day.  Just remember you have beat it before and do not let anxiety rule your life.

You are a strong person and you will always make it through the "what if? " thinking.

Kindly,

Kitt

 

Posted 4/2/2012 9:23 PM (GMT 0)
You guys are Awesome!
Posted 4/2/2012 9:44 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, Rach03! Something similar happened to me this morning as well, except I was just dizzy and terrified. :S
I hope you're doing much better now!
Posted 4/2/2012 10:32 PM (GMT 0)
I feel a ton better, escpecially after going to see my therapist for the first time and getting some exercise :) I've noticed that if i make myself get out of the house everyday... even if I have no motivation..I feel much better! Also helps with my insomnia too! Hope your feeling better as well.
Posted 4/3/2012 7:06 PM (GMT 0)
Rach,

Good for you and I am glad to read you are feeling better.  Just keep on doing what is working for you and know coming here and talking with us is a good thing.

Kindly,

Kitt

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