20-11-2021 01:20 PM
20-11-2021 01:20 PM
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
20-11-2021 03:59 PM
20-11-2021 04:13 PM
20-11-2021 04:13 PM
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!
20-11-2021 04:29 PM
20-11-2021 04:29 PM
@Jynx - I read that a while back. I'm just not having the best day
20-11-2021 04:48 PM
20-11-2021 04:48 PM
maybe re reading the information again from @Jynx may help my @Fluttershy1 xxx
sitting with you through this
20-11-2021 04:53 PM
20-11-2021 04:53 PM
Just did @Shaz51, I think it's with everything going on at home etc
20-11-2021 04:53 PM
20-11-2021 04:53 PM
Well I'm glad you're reaching out @Fluttershy1 , so you don't have to feel alone when you're in this rough patch
20-11-2021 04:59 PM
20-11-2021 04:59 PM
@Jynx - doesn't help when your heart plays up and goes all silly
20-11-2021 05:00 PM
20-11-2021 05:00 PM
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
20-11-2021 05:09 PM
20-11-2021 05:09 PM
@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
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