Constant panic attacks

[Fluttershy1]

I feel like I can't breathe sometimes because my panic attacks get so bad, they have just been happening out of nowhere and it is really scary because I get flashbacks aswell of my past PTSD. I can't stop the flashbacks it's like they are on repeat and it makes me so anxious and scared. I feel sick from it. I feel like it's getting worse. Flashbacks are the worst. So are panic attacks. I have been disassociating nearly everyday. I lose track of time. I struggle to stay present. I feel like none of my support team care. It's just all abit too overwhelming at the moment. I am safe though. 

I hate struggling and having to hide it from my family is making it worse. I'm safe thtough

[Fluttershy1]

@Jynx @Oaktree @Snowie @BPDSurvivor @Judi9877 @Shaz51 

[Jynx]

Afternoon @Fluttershy1 , I'm really sorry to hear that you're struggling so much with your symptoms at the moment. And having to hide it certainly makes things even harder. Have you been able to identify if there's anything in your environment or that's happening in your life that is triggering you at present? 

SANE actually has a blog post about coping with flashbacks, which you can read about here. Some suggestions include grounding and progressive muscle relaxation. It's also helpful to remind yourself that you are no longer in that situation - you are in your safe space, in the present moment. I hope you've been able to bury yourself in a pile of fuzzy friends or warm blankets! 

[Fluttershy1]

@Jynx - I read that a while back. I'm just not having the best day

[Shaz51]

maybe re reading the information again from @Jynx  may help my @Fluttershy1  xxx

sitting with you through this 

[Fluttershy1]

Just did @Shaz51, I think it's with everything going on at home etc

[Jynx]

Well I'm glad you're reaching out @Fluttershy1 , so you don't have to feel alone when you're in this rough patch 

[Fluttershy1]

@Jynx - doesn't help when your heart plays up and goes all silly 

[Shaz51]

yes it can be overwhelming at times in the family  my sister @Fluttershy1 

but you are strong and we are walking with you through this @Jynx 

[Jynx]

@Shaz51  is on the money - you are so strong @Fluttershy1! 

Your heart might be a-flutter, and that wouldn't help. Maybe give the 4-7-8 breathing technique a go? It's a good one for slowing the heartrate, and soothing anxiety