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Posted 9/8/2015 3:06 AM (GMT 0)
Hey HW family,

I forgot to update my post but I did make my flight to and from maui. Unfortunately it seems like my body is stuck in a panic mode from the flight(I took a .50mg of xanax). I came home at 8pm last night but as i lay here on my couch thr next day, I feel like my body is still stuck in panic mode for no particular reason. I really hope this is just residule anxiety/panic and that i feel better tomorrow. Anyone have any suggestions on what to do? Im freakin out a bit and im wondering if I should take a valium or xanax
Posted 9/8/2015 3:23 AM (GMT 0)
Aw, I'm sorry AK. But I'm still proud of you for going! Sometimes you can get in a panic spiral and it kind of hangs on after the trauma is over. I would suggest deep breathing and telling yourself you're home, you're safe, and you don't need to get on another flight.

I think you'll probably feel better tomorrow. If you want to take a benzo before bed to just give your mind a break from continued panic, you can. Or, you can try to turn your thinking around to say "hey, I may have had panic ...a lot of panic... but I did it. I got on a plane (twice!) and it turned out okay." Be proud of yourself for facing your fear, even though you don't feel like you did such a great job. Just taking the action is a huge accomplishment.

BTW, I am never going to set foot in a room full of spiders and there is nothing you can say to change my mind. ;)
Posted 9/8/2015 7:59 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Well done for getting through your flight.

I agree with Blue that you probably still have some anxiety left over from your flight I hope you got some good rest last night and that you are feeling better today.

Hibee
Posted 9/8/2015 4:09 PM (GMT 0)
Yeah AK...you did it!!

I do hope you had fun, and that this little bit of anxiety fallout is short lived...

...and you are feeling better today.:)

Transitions such as traveling can be hard for someone dealing with anxiety...so know that you are not alone in this.

Use all of your tools to help you get back on track, and feel your best.:)

S.C.
Posted 9/8/2015 8:02 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the replies BC, HiBee, and SC.

I woke up in the middle of the night with a crazy panic attack and it left me feeling depressed this morning. I really don't know what to do anymore and I feel like I'm back to step one. I've done a lot of the CBT and used the links that SC provided a while back but I feel like there is a dark cloud over me. I really don't want to start medication but I feel like I have no other choice, the thought of starting it really makes me feel like I've given up. I hope you all have a good day and sorry for bringing down the mood to anyone reading.

-AK
Posted 9/8/2015 8:25 PM (GMT 0)
You're not bringing down the mood...simply venting...and that is part of why we are here...to share and get support from those who understand.

Remind me of where you are in therapy? Are you still going weekly...and how long all together have your sessions been?

S.C.
Posted 9/8/2015 8:34 PM (GMT 0)
I've been going to two psychologists, one who does a little bit of CBT(I believe shes fairly young so not sure how long shes been doing it) and I also see a talk therapist. I've been seeing the CBT psychologist once a week for about 1.5 months and the talk therapist once a week and its been two sessions. Sessions both last for an hour each time I'm there.
Posted 9/8/2015 8:50 PM (GMT 0)
Okay...so maybe halfway through your CBT...and just starting with you other therapy really....

What do your therapists recommend?

I would personally give it more time with the sessions, but only you know your level of struggle...so this is your call of course.

You need to do what is necessary to gain ground...and sometimes meds can allow you to get to a calm enough place, so that progress can be made!

Best wishes with your decision...and know what e support you in any choice you make!

S.C.
Posted 9/8/2015 8:57 PM (GMT 0)
AK,

You are not bringing down any mood. Don't ever think that way ok?
As for your medication....why would you think starting medication would mean you've given up? I have been on meds for over 15 years. I take my benzo as needed...STILL. I can't function without it so I rely on it. It doesn't mean we are a weaker person or a failure for being on medication. It's the same as having a physical ailment....we take meds for it. Taking a benzo should not be any different.
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