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Posted 7/14/2015 3:44 PM (GMT 0)
What's up everybody,

I have really cut down on anxiety attacks, but still feel anxious most of the time. I have horrible muscle tension, restlessness, I'm irritable and get mad and frustrated real quick. When it gets bad I cry which helps me after a good cry, I worry a lot too. I do try coping skills which have helped me a lot, is there anything else I can try?
Posted 7/14/2015 3:46 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Soul, sorry you are having all those symptoms.

I'm sorry but I can't remember if you are in therapy or not?

What kind of coping skills do you use, let me know and I can try to come up with some different things for you to try.
Posted 7/14/2015 4:09 PM (GMT 0)
I'm currently on a waiting list to see a specialist, my appointment is in August. I usually do breathing and PMR exercises, when I'm feeling anxious.
Posted 7/14/2015 4:16 PM (GMT 0)
Awesome News about seeing a specialist :) I think that will really help you.

Breathing and PMR are both great coping skills. Have you ever watched a mindfulness video? They really help me alot, they take alot of practice to get thru and you need a open mind but they do work. Just go to youtube and search for mindfulness on anxiety and you'll get tons, or if you'd like I can post a couple of my favorites.
Posted 7/14/2015 4:29 PM (GMT 0)
I have tried watching mindfulness videos and some of those times I fell asleep like a baby, but that's not something I try often. I should give it a try again, the problem is that I don't try them daily.

Post Edited (soulbreaker10) : 7/14/2015 10:37:48 AM (GMT-6)

Posted 7/14/2015 4:35 PM (GMT 0)
Well falling asleep during one of them isn't abnormal, I think alot of people do, lol. Don't forget the resource link too, I'm sure there are other techniques there that you haven't tried either. Although I hope the mindfulness video's work. :)
Posted 7/14/2015 4:39 PM (GMT 0)
I think it's good that I fall asleep watching them, cause I have a difficult time taking a nap and those videos relax me enough to dose off.
Posted 7/14/2015 5:27 PM (GMT 0)
SB,

The fact that you have decreased from your panic episodes is HUGE progress!!

I too have the same experience...no more panic, but I still am challenged with irritability and general anxiety.

I find postive mantras and focusing on the things that are good in my life helps tremendously. The negative thoughts and feelings lose their power when faced with positivity.:)

Physical exercise, like some good cardio if you are able to do it is another great stress buster.:)

Remembering the progress that you have made...and striving to continue your recovery is a great place to shoot for.

Keep up the great work!

S.C.
Posted 7/15/2015 11:21 AM (GMT 0)
Hey man you're not alone. I'm the same as SC, i don't get panic attacks(Severe) anymore, but the general anxiety and the constant uneasiness is still on my list. Honestly, it's difficult to tackle, it brings you down but you must always remember that it will pass. Also, like SC mentioned, positivity and lifestyle changes are highly beneficial.

This anxiety issue is not an overnight issue, it is an accumulation of bad stuff back in the days and boom it exploded(Attack). Therefore, you must understand and accept that there is no instant cure at the moment, and that over time it will get better as you heal.

Another analogy, Think about smoking, A non-smoker picked up a cigarette and started smoking. He now wants to quit, he's gonna have a rough time and honestly might slip back down the slippery slope. But if he copes well, and eventually quits, It's a smooth ride. Time to time he might get the idea of Nostalgia and wants to pick up that thing again, but as long as his head says no and his actions follow, He will stay clear. Anxiety is similar, it's something that can be trained to reduce the impact drastically.

Cheers!
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