useful ideas to stop the panic..

[Jenneh]

hey guys, got this via email today, im sure the individual who sent it to me, wont mind me sharing it with you, considering it might really help some of you!!


ill have to introduce it first. basically, its giving you tips on what to do to stop the panic. or even the depression.


see what u think!!


Jen xxxx
Physical and other Tools:

1. Water - Water can be an outstanding tool. Along with our rapid, shallow breathing comes a side effect...dry mouth. In addition, many of us have hot flashes with panic and anxiety that cause excessive sweating. Also the "shock" of a drink of ice cold water can help to bring us back into the real world. A water bottle taken along on our outings can be tremendous help. Also, splashing your face with cold water can really help. One young lady, desperate to stop the panicky feelings, simply dumped it on her head...and yes, it did help, lol.

2. Cell Phones - I sometimes wonder what on earth we ever did before we had cell phones, lol. Our cell phone is our link to safety or the voice of a supportive friend or family member. You can take along the emergency phone list from the group...or program in numbers if you want. A lot of time we do not use the cell phone, but knowing its there...if we need it...is enough.

3. Rubber Bands - Many of us use a rubber band on our wrists. When we begin to have panic or anxiety, we snap the band against our wrists...again, this is a way to bring us back to the world. Rubber bands come in many colors if you are worried about accessorizing, lol. Stretchy bracelets and watches that can be snapped work as well.

4. Hot or sour candies - Again, a shock to your system to get your thoughts off the anxious thoughts and feelings. Those new little Listerine strips work too...WOW!

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[crazybeautiful]

Those are pretty good! And cool 'cause I do/have alot of them!

[izzybee]

yeh those are some bery good points- some which are common sense to phobics but other that are very useful! They will certainly help and I really like the idea of flash cards!

[sunshine16]

Yes, that is really helpful tips! I will remember them for my next anxiety attack! Thankies!

[sage]

ya - I like the list too

[buttercup]

I have my bottle of water in the freezer, my cell phone charging, and my rubber band handy!

[mbs730]

I'm
a music lover and my cell phone is on! I'm actually listening to Linkin
Park right now and I feel no anxieties what so ever LOL



Miriam

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[Jenneh]

i think the rubber band idea is a good one.


i always used to chew my lip up, so i'd have these AWFUL mouth alsers... however u spell it..


the rubber band idea is much less... damaging?


Jen xxxx

[NCsmile6]

Great suggestions!!!!


Thanks again, Jen for sharing something so helpful with us!!! [img]smileys/smilies_01.gif[/img]You'll make an AWSOME therapist someday!!!

[Jenneh]

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thankyou Neha [img]smileys/smilies_02.gif[/img]


Jen xxx