Have you ever called a hotline during a panic attack to try and help calm down?

Yes, the UK 111 option 2. Often.

Varied results.

But one guy I got through to once actually made a change to my life. We spoke for about an hour, and he emphasised that it is GOOD TO TALK.

It is. About mental health in particular. Had many talks since with virtual strangers, at bus stops and other places. It seems that most have a story.

Sometimes I think that to have someone truly, genuinely LISTEN to us, as we tell our own story, is the greatest blessing. When we learn this, in our mind/heart, then we genuinely begin to listen to others.

Like the story of the guy who went to his therapist and said that he was having trouble in his marriage. "Go back home and start REALLY listening to your wife." He comes back later and says that he has listened to everything his wife has said, but that nothing had improved. "So now go back home and listen to everything she hasn't said" he was told.

"Listening" is truly an art-form.

"Those who have ears to hear, let them hear"

I guy I worked with called the paramedics (fireman ,here) He was a fireman himself and thought he was having a heart attack..after examining him they gave him a paper bag and said "breathe"

It works,man..lunch size best

I have called a few times. Usually they can help you calm down. They listen at least. If you call for an ambulance they will want an EKG.

The thing about your senses another mentioned do help after a bit.

I think once you are settled maybe go see a doc and get checked.

It's completely understandable why you're going through this now. Just know you will be okay. You will figure this out for your boy. I wish I was there so you catch your breath 🖤

Have you worked with grounding techniques before? Try senses ones.
5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste xxx

Are you okay now??

I'm not sure that I could have a coherent conversation other than, "Going to pass out, send coroner to identify body" 👀

You can call me if you need to.

Focus on your breathing..

I have called the Samaritans before yeah .

You are dealing with a lot. I really hope you get to get a much needed break and rest soon.

I hope this place helps. Tbh it helps me sometimes to just get whatever tf is tormenting me atm. Even if I just post it for my circle when I want to be more private ,or a dummy acc. Gotta do what you have to.
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I haven’t but I called my aunt. I saw a comment that you were doing better but absolutely call a hotline if that happens again. They can help you get through it 🩷.