It's really incredible how thoughts can take over our body

It never even feels real afterward, but in the moment the thoughts just come pounding in so rapidly, I feel sick and scared.

The only thing I ever seem to be able to do in the moment is identify, "this is a negative thought" vs "this is a positive thought". And just recognise it is a thought... It seems to be the only thing I can do in the panic. But it's so exhausting and I seem to sometimes just get stuck almost. Like I'm awake but paralysed. Being close to the dogs helps too, but it almost feels like I'm not even here.

Bleh, thankfully it doesn't happen too often.

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Bexsy

Sometimes I wake up in a moment of panic and unsure if im awake even. And be lost for few moments in like a flashback panic. I have this lace scarf beside my bed that was my moms. I reach for it and i have instant calm

Do you have anything that is specific special to you that brings you calm and clarity? If so msybe try when you feek like that try holding it. Or thinking about it. Just a thought 💙

caccoon · 36-40

@Bexsy I'm so sorry 😔💙

This is a really good idea, I'll have to try and think of something! Usually it is the dogs, for me. But maybe there is something else 💙

cyberdude28 · 31-35, M

Positive talk and affirmations definitely work like a charm for me when I feel overwhelmed or panicky. I try to breathe more deeper, smell some lavender and reapeat positive affirmations to myself. I say to myself I am peace, I am serenity, I am tranquility, I am relaxed, I am rational, I am logical, I am level headed, I am smart, I am intelligent, I am fearless, I am courageous, I am brave, I am valiant, I am strong, I am resourceful. I am confident, I know how to act accordingly, think and feel. I control my thoughts and my emotions. I am in full control of my thoughts and my emotions and right now I choose to feel relaxed, peaceful and tranquil.

Littlewing · 36-40, F

Sounds like an extreme reaction. Like anxiety.

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