Anything in particular making you feel this way?

Is something in particular bothering you ?

Breath deep.

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"

Visualize yourself in a calm state. Whatever that is, be it on a beach or in the mountains. And know that you can do ALL THINGS, including being calm.

Take the word panic, or anything similar out of your mental vocabulary. Replace it with CALM, EASY, RELAXED.

LOL great minds think alike.

Yes yes, they do indeed!

Possible holiday Panick? Once you identify it it ususally simmers down.

Don't forget to utilize the mindfulness techniques that you learned in your support group and that I taught you. Lean on your strengths not your weaknesses. Lots of hugs.

I can't think of any reason that I would be feeling like this. I was calm all day. This is so frustrating. I am trying to be strong, but it's hard. I don't want to breakdown nor give up either.

See? You're already being strong. You said you don't want to give up. Now, re-phrase that to "I will persever" you need to keep any words out of your mind that show you giving up. So listen to yourself talk, and look at what you are writing and re-phrase to say it in a way that shows the strength that is peeping through right now.

To quote some of my favourite british humour a.k.a. "the Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy"

DON'T PANIC!

I get that way for no reason sometimes too. I know its maddening and frustrating. I try to listen to a calming piece of music or spend cuddle time with my kids. having my kids fall asleep in my arms is very soothing to me and they're 5 and 10 now but it still calms me if I can manage a long cuddle.

You are stronger than your illness, don't let it win.

I'm a big advocate of deep breathing when I feel panicky, or talking to someone on the phone to see what is going on. I also try to watch my caffeine intake when I'm feeling anxious or panicky. Sounds like something must be going on, are you dreading an appointment or anything that's upcoming? Just wondering. Sometimes upcoming events can trigger panic. I hope you can relax and get a restful sleep. If you need more help just let us know.

I was feeling that way last night thinking about taking my daughter to school tomorrow. Thankfully klonopin helps out quite a bit. I trying to resume my normal daily activities after about a 2 month layoff.

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Hang in there Teresa. This too shall pass.
Wish I could be of more help tonight. Feeling a little spent myself.How about a good read or a warm bath? The psalms always help me.
Hope you feel better asap, like yesterday.

I want so much to hear someone's voice and talk me through. I am going to be okay and get through this. At times, I just forget how to do the most simpliest things like deep breathing. I can't believe I could be so stupid.