Anxiety Attacks.

[Prudence]

It depends on the particular variety of anxiety. For something sharp and intense and more panic-like sometimes a particular fidget item (like a rubber band) or repetitive motion of some sort helps get through the acute stage. For frustration-based anxiety, I like the treadmill because it combines the soothing repetitive motion with the endorphins. Blasting peppy music through the headphones while on the treadmill is particularly effective if you're trying to get your brain to stop thinking already. For more depression-based anxiety - hot shower. As hot as I can stand. Until there's no more hot water. Baths are okay, but the percussion of the shower on my back is more soothing. And for coping and actually doing what needs to be done I make lists. Lots of lists. With entries like "eat lunch" so that I know some things will get crossed off and it's not just a list full of hard stuff.

[Eliza Hodgkins 1812]

Originally Posted by Prudence

And for coping and actually doing what needs to be done I make lists. Lots of lists. With entries like "eat lunch" so that I know some things will get crossed off and it's not just a list full of hard stuff.

I think lists and exercise are going to be the way to go. It's mostly manifesting itself as bowel discomfort, heart palpitations and slight breathlessness. So maybe some deep breaths are in order, as well.

I know I can handle what needs to be handled, and the lists should help me figure out HOW. Thanks!