How to Calm Down When Panicking : Psychology & Mental Health

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When you begin to panic, one of the most important things you need to do is calm yourself down. Find out how to calm down when panicking with help from a licensed marriage and family therapist in this free video clip.
Expert: Roberta Marowitz
Filmmaker: Andrew Stickel
Series Description: Whether you're dealing with stress, nervousness or just want to help a spouse who is dealing with grief, each and everyone one of us could use a little help in these areas every now and again. Get tips on psychology and learn how to work in a variety of different situations with help from a licensed marriage and family therapist in this free video series.

[@Luckyy227]

I’m having a panic attack every time I am at work... Read this a prayer: Dear God, I accept and surrender my feelings of my pain, sense of danger and anxiety to you right now. I put all my trust and faith in you to protect me from my own thoughts and patterns that keep me stuck in this anxious loop. Dear God fill my heart and soul with your love and trust that everything is ok and that nothing is harming me right now. Amen ❤️

[@bryantxcutieonig5707]

Same but at school

[@exerciserelax8719]

That was beautiful, thank you.

[@godspeed809]

But there is no God.

[@Luckyy227]

GodSpeed you surely didn’t create the oceans, mountains, Mother Nature, be humble enough to recognize your creator at least within those beautiful creations :)

[@elizabethschmidt9924]

Thank you

[@etc8217]

Who's watching this while there having a panic attack 😂😥

[@killanige]

Me

[@etc8217]

I have them everyday I was just figuring how to cope wit them 😥

[@EquityD1]

Me lol

[@mommyof4munsters919]

Me😭😭😭😭😵

[@blackmetalberry5731]

@@etc8217 same here

[@pneuuma366]

3 minute panic attacks sound amazing compared to my panic attacks that last for hours

[@ericrodriguezz215]

I'll take a 3 min panic attack over what I go through any day of the week. I've never heard of 3 min panic attacks

[@FuturesPast1]

I know right? Mine can last 30-40 minutes and keep flaring up all day. 3 minutes my ass.

[@ItalianaBella333]

I feel so bad to hear this, because I go thru the same thing, I’m talking like you said for hours on end full blown panic for 12 plus hours straight...I wish I could take it away from you and everyone who suffers...and I’m sure people who suffer say the same thing...I wouldn’t wish them on my worst enemy..sending you love and positive energy

[@blackmetalberry5731]

@@FuturesPast1 omg same!

[@FuturesPast1]

@@blackmetalberry5731 Hi. Please know you are not alone. I know exactly how you feel. If you need someone to talk to contact me by messaging me on my KZbin channel. I know your pain. I wish you all the best!

[@DespOIcito]

Look, I’m panicking *right now,* so your 3-year long introduction of yourself is not helping me in the slightest

[@kvakomalfoj5940]

If you are interested in product which helped me fight my panic attacks try to google Knewreck Prevent Panic Guide.

[@Trending_Usa]

Lmfao so true wrap it up

[@sadchild1303]

OMG RIGHT?! IM LITERALLY PANICKING AND SHES EXPLAINING WHAT PANIC ATTACKS ARE. LIKE B!TCH I KNOW WHAT THATS IS IM EXPERIENCING IT RIGHT JOW AND YOURE NY HELPING

[@dena-letb]

Lmao exactly

[@nicholasholloway8743]

Trying To Be Realistic, got a few tips, you got to convince yourself you're just having an anxiety attack and that you're not gonna die, yes it's hard and it will sometimes be so bad youl feel like you're dying,sometimes it comes and goes. You have to relax yourself, taking deep breaths in through your nose and out your mouth is a good start, nice slow deep breaths. Massaging certain pressure points helps alot too using your forefinger and middle finger. I have theis quite frequently of late but they last for maybe 30 mins or so before I beat that shit down, it's like your conscience is waging war with your brain, it's truly all In your head. And when you realize this it will seem rather silly but you truly aren't in any danger, I've been to the hospital many many... times only for them to stabilize me then discharge me a few hours later telling me I was never in any danger, I hope you don't have any more of theis and if you do just remember to convince your self you're fine, talking with others helps, and sometimes it don't either talk with friends and family having them ensure you you're fine helps, if not, find a nice secluded/quite area and practice the afore mentioned breathing exercises, listen to mellow music or go outside and enjoy the nature around you. Focus on the peacefulness of the trees, and animals, think of how fresh the air is. Calm and relaxed. The key is to not lose the mental battle. If you do your heart rate may spike and blood pressure as well. But youl be fine. Ik it sucks ass and makes ya feel pretty shitty but your gonna get through it. Cheers and have a good day, hope this helps you the next time.

[@samanthavalera325]

Tbh i just feel my heart beating so fast rn because i think of me thinking things further future and wanting to relax... i just can't understand myself anymore

[@narayanjinkb]

Omg same

[@lupekale3867]

@@narayanjinkb Are you getting help? I felt panic attack for the first time this week and it was a scary feeling. I swear I thought I had diabetes or something by how low my energy was. Went to the ER and everything was normal and I was given meds for it. Omg I don't want to experience that again.

[@earlwilliams6639]

I used to suffer from panic attacks all the time. I no longer do. Learn how I was able to get rid of my panic attacks with this great resource here: PanicFix.xyz

[@ceciliagarcia4362]

That’s exactly how I feel

[@melissatan279]

I don't understand myself too

[@Mika-ov9xj]

Watching this becuz im having panic attacks every now and then. Who else here that have had panic attacks, youre not alone♡♡♡ Sending love💜💜 I love you all

[@doggy_lover3550]

Im having one right now 😊 😭

[@davemcgrace3096]

i love you too 😍🤣🤣🤣

[@Mika-ov9xj]

@@doggy_lover3550 you will be fine just breathe ♡♡ we will always be here for one another😊

[@jammernoc]

Mrs. Grande * hugs*

[@Mika-ov9xj]

@@jammernoc *hugs back*

[@CassidyJoy]

How do u calm/stop anxiety. I have it a lot. I always worry about dying.

[@laillalilly6043]

+Siavash Es unfortunately for the world, when it comes to you there isn't. ☺️

[@reallybriana3817]

Do you have instagram or something I have what you have and I like talking to people who have it and it helps me😂 if you wanna talk about it too.

[@MikaylaMinecraftproductions]

Lailla Lilly same tbh

[@hi-mk5im]

Green Bones You just described what just happened to me. You posted this awhile ago did you do anything to help you??

[@itzalex3250]

Same

[@heethanlee1421]

I don't know why but sometimes I panic without any reason. I just get this anxiety that I'm not safe even if i'm just laying down on my bed. My heart beats really fast,my eyes widen,my palms become sweaty, and I have a hard time breathing.

[@heethanlee1421]

Sometimes I even cry.

[@Hitmanzay]

This happens to my girlfriend the feeling of not being safe, I'm sorry you have to deal with this and I hope you find peace.

[@jonatanhernandez5124]

Same me too

[@MountainIce007]

I ended up in the ER last night with the same thing. I thought I was having a heart attack. They didn't find anything wrong and said it must be anxiety. I've never been like this before.

[@nicholasholloway8743]

Windex Queen yes it is affecting me as well. As I write this in fact, was sleeping peacefully when suddenly woke up with anxiety attack. I also have been diagnosed with sleep apnea and might have to be hooked up to a Cpap breathing assistance machine. Only thing to do is convince yourself your not in any danger. Slow your thinking down as majority of it comes from thinking too much, have to relax and remind your self you're not in any danger. I find ot helps to breathe through nose. Slow steady deep breaths, focus on your breathing, (in)....... (out).......,and repeat. Trust me you're fine as I've been experiencing theis (annoying) (attacks) almost multiple times per day. Calming myself now in fact. Try a nice hot shower with relaxing music on. It's all about controlling your your breathing and thoughts, thinking too much aka (racing thoughts) only increases your problem. Youl be fine... trust me. It's truly all in your head. Peace guys and God bless

[@Hannah-iw7dt]

I'm afraid of school, tornados, elevators, thunder, people in school, big tests or work and even dying . I have a lot of stress, and I over think, which is worse, I draw and listen to music to help me.

[@sudevii]

I know what it feels like. I also listen to music. It calms me down. ( sometimes ) if I'm having a panic attack well um nothing can't save me there ;-;

[@thatonedude9522]

Shådøw Gåchå 2 I just had a panic attack from playing rust

[@thatonedude9522]

Shådøw Gåchå 2 I felt terrible

[@samanthapaton2634]

Same

[@thetruth3405]

@@mansoorag4127 hahaha nice one dude

[@jamesbohan7626]

My panic attacks have been horrible the feeling of impending doom. It’s constant I tell myself I’m okay in here now and the world is fine. And still I feel like I’m wanted for murder or I am being hunted.

[@PotatoManSavesPeople]

I'm dreading going back to school tomorrow. so when I laid down to go to bed tonight, I felt like I was having a hard time breathing. my breathing felt very irregular and I would usually take in a breath and then hold it for a while before breathing out, and then I would repeat the process. it's hard for me to describe and I have no idea what I'm experiencing right now. I'm leading myself to the conclusion that it's just stress from school. has anyone else ever felt this way before?

[@thenak.5039]

Yes

[@MikaylaMinecraftproductions]

blakely ryans I think I’m having the same thing happen to me

[@thenak.5039]

@@MikaylaMinecraftproductions it would be funny if i was not panicking right now that i got this notification that brought me to this video

[@wahidali4948]

blakely ryans Just keep breathin and breathin and breathin -Ariana Grande

[@_levirice]

blakely ryans yes

[@-twokinds-2614]

3 minutes my ass, why does mine last hours

[@gloz3161]

- twokinds - sameeee!

[@-twokinds-2614]

Pehtty last night was the first one i had in over a year or two, spooked the hell outa me

[@jupitus9236]

I’ve had them for two days. I’m so tired of this shit

[@bigoking1567]

- twokinds - ikr

[@kpaterson9717]

@@jupitus9236 hope your ok. I suffer from extreme panic and mental health problems, I don't think what she is saying makes sense, my panic attacks lasts hours. The tingling, the numbness, the papatations is extreme and last long.

[@barbararamirez5595]

When you are freaking out but it is decided that the video will start off by explaining anxiety. I KNOW what it is I and CURENTLY anxious!

[@Boba_loving_freak]

one of my ways to calm myself down is to cry it out afterwards I'll be better

[@beccamay232]

Bloodlust Love agree 100%

[@Boba_loving_freak]

+BeccaMay thanks!

[@laurenpickett4]

Same

[@laurenpickett4]

Sucks when you are in public tho

[@annas8516]

this is the only thing that helps me. it sucks.

[@MortalKombatfan-rz5je]

I am trying to calm down

[@mothids]

me too

[@veronicawilliams8056]

I used to have constant panic attacks a few months ago. I was however able to treat it with natural methods. Learn how I did it here: PanicFree.club

[@antoniojones8317]

That's what im doing

[@hoshinoko.]

Same

[@soph8971]

i am currently having a panic attack and have resorted to this! i have recently started taking medication and i really have felt a difference but in the odd occasion i do get anxious. sometimes things that trigger me are feeling too hot, crowds, feeling sick, feeling overwhelmed etc. my problem is that when i feel anxious i feel sick, which triggers my anxiety even more. i have the biggest fear of anxiety which means that i get anxious really easily!

[@lilians.402]

My panic attacks almost always lasts at least an hour, and actually usually last an entire day, sometimes even a week, with ups and downs. Nothing helps very well, and I'm only 13.

[@Skoodge_Dude]

That's rough.

[@Shlimerob]

It’s ok bro I’m 16 and I have a really bad anxiety disorder it got so bad to a point my vision and hearing went alway. My heart was pumping fast I was shaking a lot and my head and back seem to hurt a lot after .. I thought it was it for me but luckily I’m still here it’ll be ok it get so bad at points but just think about how it’s going to go away just breath

[@alia2583]

I usually have anxiety attacks but I got my first major panic attack today. It's been 13hrs and I'm still trying to calm down

[@annwarr9132]

Mine as well

[@kisumeinoterus4585]

Same. I once had a panic attack and it lasted the entire day

[@megasaur_]

Love how healthy the comment sections are on these type of videos. At least i know im not alone with my troubles. Bless all of you

[@lil_siamese714]

Someone help me. I feel consciously detached from reality rn, I feel like I don’t feel safe I feel like somethings off :/ idk what’s up. I had instrusive thoughts for awhile to till I got rid of them 2 years ago. Now they are back . I’m afraid. Everything feels off I cannot sleep someone help me :(

[@deema7238]

MLG_PANCAKE 310XD you might have depersonalization/derealization. I have this alot. But recently it’s gotten so so much better. It’s important to know that it always ends at some point. I barley get those nowadays whereas before I got this almost everyday. I didn’t even know what it was. Idk if you have it or not but a brief explanation is feeling like your not real or everything feels unreal. Almost as if you’re looking through a screen. Whenever I get it I also feel very lonely. And when I used to get it everyday I couldn’t sleep either. Even when I talked to someone it felt weird. So idk if this is what you have. I know this is really long but when I used to get it I always hoped someone would explain to me what this was. You can look up ways to help it as well. I hope this was helpful.

[@lil_siamese714]

Yeah I like kPop deal with it thank you so much my freind it really means a lot to me taking your time to write all that :( yea I haven’t been sleeping the entire week because of anxiety. I got a good nights sleep last night it seems to be gone. But it does happen frequently

[@deema7238]

MLG_PANCAKE 310XD you’re most welcome! and yeah it’s always on and off. One of the main causes is anxiety as well. I think the best thing you could do if it gets any worse is to go to a therapist or just talk about it.

[@HalyeyFlaUK]

MLG_PANCAKE 310XD hey guys, i suffer the same. The intrusive thoughts are terrifying and make you feel insane like my brain literally hurts. But it’s true we have to remind ourselves it does go away it’s just weird and uncomfortable as fuck at the time and you feel nuts and like it will never pass. I just had an episode and i spoke out loud to myself that it’s all the bullshit and anxiety leaving my body and that’s a good thing and that it will pass ass always. You’re never alone ... xo

[@saxomofone821]

@@deema7238 I've suffered from this from over a decade, its awesome to see that someone has gotten through it. I hope I can be so lucky soon.

[@chrisspivey3828]

Had my 1st panic attack about 3 weeks ago while riding my motorcycle.. pulled over at a gas station and couldn't catch my breath... I passed out and was taken to the ER.. went home and had another one while I was sleeping... sat up and off and on for 5 hours it kept coming and going.. went to the hospital and was told I had anxiety AND asthma.. I've been so scared to do anything because I dont know what will trigger it and if I can stop it. Your video made me feel a little more confident. Thank you.

[@chrisspivey3828]

@Lynn Alice thank you. I'll speak with my Dr tomorrow morning.

[@thenak.5039]

No one understands panic attacks if you have not had one and the only person my age that i know and trust and that has had panic attacks before is my cousin so when either of us has a panic attack we call each other and just talk it helps and for I have found breathing in and out of a glass with a little bit of water in it helps

[@DinelHebSub]

I’m at work I woke up at 4am and couldn’t sleep from a panic attack I couldn’t even meditate.. now I’m tired and anxious. I feel my heart beating , goosebumps, it feels like a vibration inside my body and I just feel overall uncomfortable. Thanks for the video.. just thought I would share if anyone else feels alone. I’m sure it will pass and one day you won’t be able to remember the way it feels, and you’ll appreciate the feeling of pure calmness.❤️

[@savagenative959]

I'm having really bad anxiety's right now

[@rockstar3816]

It'll be ok don't worry

[@savagenative959]

@@rockstar3816 hell it feels like im going crazy

[@bigoking1567]

Aliens Exist I was in the middle of a panic attack when I watched this

[@Hitmanzay]

I hope you all find peace from this shitty mental illness

[@elonaalciauskaite9377]

Try to talk to someone about anything as long as your thoughts aren't focused on a panick attack. I wish u the best :)

[@ShoutingMeatball]

“Trying to take breaths” just makes it worse for me, for me just let it run its course and try to ignore it, its all in your mind

[@fijistarproductions990]

Who is having a panic attack while watching this???

[@ericrodriguezz215]

When I was 19 I was sitting in my living room and for no reason I started feeling weird. My hands started tingling and it started going up the left side my body and I thought I was going to have a heart attack. I couldn't catch my breath and I was getting dizzy andmy heart felt like it was skipping beats. It was the scariest thing I've ever experienced. I had my mother take me to the hospital. I literally thought I was going to die. They took me, put an oxygen mask on me, and after a few minutes of that I felt fine. When the Dr told me I had a panic attack I didn't know what he meant, and I told him how could I have a panic attack, all I was doing was sitting in my living room. I wasn't doing anything that would make me panic. I didn't know anything about panic attacks and anxiety. I told him I was having a heart attack, and then he explained what anxiety was. It was one of the most embarrassing things ever. I had my mother rush me to the hospital for nothing. 19 was the first time it ever happened and since then, it's 10 times worse. I hate it, sometimes if I'm around a lot of people, I'll have an attack, when my son started kindergarten, I would get separation anxiety, worrying if he's ok. I've never seen a professional about it, my Dr. wanted to give me xanax but at first I didn't want to take them 3 times a day because I felt like a zombie, so I would just take a piece of one if I felt an attack coming on. I actually clicked on this video because I was having an attack. Sorry for such a long and boring story but it took my mind off of my panic attack I was having and I'll be honest, this video didn't help one bit.

[@ragezero1134]

Eric Rodriguez 215 the same thing happen to me 3 weeks again and now it’s back, I feel as my body goes numb and I am going to dying. It’s the worse feeling ever. Feeling of being on the brink of death.

[@mememage6483]

Is this what a panic attack feels like, I feel like throwing up, I can’t breath well and my heart feels down idkk

[@lucyalexandra.]

Meme Mage possibly, I feel a bit like that when panicking x

[@benavery58]

1.Go outside 2.Breath deeply 3.find a quiet place 4.have pepared items(bag to breath) 5.Try music

[@leena4181]

This is making me have more anxiety

[@abbynaka7723]

I have small but quiet panic attacks. I cry and my heart beats really fast and I think about the worst of the worst. This video helped thank you ❤️

[@Yoshinator54]

One time I had a panic attack while waiting in line at Target while an older lady was having difficulties paying for her stuff. My face started getting hot, I was having cold sweats and I wanted to run out of there. Today, I had a panic attack at the DMV while sitting for 40 min. I started feeling a lump in my throat and I felt like I was running out of air to breathe. I was about 5 numbers away from being called up to a counter. I had to run to the bathroom and focus on my breathing to calm myself down. I often feel dizzy or get a headache after them.

[@FuturesPast1]

The old fart at Target was probably complaining because Depends old people diapers weren't on sale.

[@rajivkrishnatr]

I drank a bit too much coffee and I felt a sudden rush of energy which quickly turned into panic because I'd read somewhere that you could hallucinate if you drink too much coffee, but I know I have to drink way too much to hallucinate. I'm trying to calm myself now trying to be logical with myself. I'm trying to calm myself now by focusing on my breath. It's working, I just have to do this for 2-3 more hours. And the lady in the video feels like an older woman with lots of wisdom and experience which is also helping me calm down.

[@jemgamerandfx6246]

This made me more anxious and I'm panicking hard. It's school I have nothing to worry about school I still don't understand

[@ShoutingMeatball]

JemGamer and FX well if it makes you feel any better, life gets worse

[@jemgamerandfx6246]

@@ShoutingMeatball I know but it's different than you think

[@Ajedman1027]

Just know you are not alone.🙏🏼 I’m pretty sure everyone in the comments has experienced this trust me it’s absolutely hell you just gotta hang in there and eventually you will get through it i promise ong I only had 2 panic attacks so far one 2 years ago and one today I’m only 14 but just know you guys aren’t alone🙏🏼

[@wendus93]

I often have deja vu's that usually trigger anxiety, does anybody else have that? :(

[@emilyvinokurov195]

wendus93 same here buddy

[@xx-mr2bb]

yes constantly. your not alone❤️

[@veronicaholme803]

Started reading other comments and am panicking more.

[@demilovato2797]

I had a panic attack because my ex told me "No-one needs you" and he blocked me..I just can't believe how someone who you've always loved and thought the world of could hurt you like that..Like he doesn't care..

[@Natasha-wc7xm]

You know what? Fuck that asshole. He doesn't deserve your love. He took you for granted. Be strong and remember there's a lot of people who loves you. You deserve the best. Don't ever settle for less! 1 life: love yourself and live the best life.💕

[@sarahhernandez474]

I had some existential crisis , my heart would not stop pounding and I thought I was going to die , I was so afraid of dying that I just spiraled into fear of literally killing myself by accident . Call someone anyone that’s how I got through it

[@elsab6370]

I started mad raging when the ad was on at the beginning.

[@marwaayache3000]

social media has come such a long way. I've been reading personal experiences of people, and in a way it made me feel more understanding of my anxiety disorders. Yesterday, i was running on 1 hour of sleep at school, and when i came home i took a 2 hour nap. When it was nighttime, i was absolutely exhausted my eyes were litteraly shutting off, but i had nausea, and it was a terrible constraining feeling in my throat and my stomach was so tight. I used to struggle with anxiety in the summer of 2018, but eventually i conquered it, and now i'm having relapses :( It's really weird because these things keep happening and i don't really know why. It's like i'm stressing about the upcoming anxiety attacks which makes my stress even more stressful. It made me feel better knowing there are thousands of people out there going through this. If anyone reading this feels alone, remember you are not. We are all gonna eventually conquer this. Nothing lasts forever.

[@stickitpickit5462]

My anxiety has been going on for 40mins now, in and out😭

[@stickitpickit5462]

Okay starting to go down a little. I wish I didn’t have these random attacks 😕 they are horrible.

[@joesanchez3012]

I’ve been having anxiety since I was 17. I’ve been to metal hospital and it went away for a couple years and it came back two years ago and I’ve just been dealing with it on a daily basis. It’s just something your going to have to cope with for the rest of your life, never give up dont let it stop you from living your life. Always have positive thoughts, I have bad anxiety right now cause I start my new job tomorrow and I just wanna listen to some good words to get me thru tomorrow if anyone ever needs advice feel free to hit me up. It’s always good talking to someone who knows what your going thru.

[@josephbautista5293]

you look chill

[@jB-rk4pn]

Whoever goin thru all this shit , its gonna pass just tell yourself that its mental , ur not going crazy and try to face whatever makes u panic or gives u anxiety, trust me its gonna help i was going thru severe anxiety for a few months and im good now

[@まさきさくら]

I’m watching this because I’m scared to go to the doctors office it seems dumb but I’m scared of the unknown I don’t know what they are going to do it’s a chemical imbalance

[@DanHorus899]

im having anxiety/delusions and breathing helps me calm down and gain control of myself and i try to talk to myself and convince myself that im gonna be ok and that im not thinking straight or that im thinking too much , and it works wonderfully : ).

[@premiumshiptosts2263]

Oh my god thank you so much I legit thought I was dying

[@cv_290]

I think being alone isnt exactly helping my anxiety. And having social anxiety also doesn't mix well. This helped thanks

[@rainbowunicorn8579]

I am trying to calm down about school

[@dogefun6179]

Rainbow Unicorn so do I I have anxiety attacks about going to school

[@hoshinoko.]

Same 😔

[@emmaangon9017]

If anyone is panicking I just want you to know we’re all with you and you’re not alone I know it’s scary but you’re loved and you’re safe💕

[@YasselAlvarez33157]

Once you're aware of how a panic attack feels; gets easier to manage. I remember my first time in a store; people called fire rescue for me.

[@emmaobri3n]

It really is terrible, hope you’re feeling better now.

[@vutekoaalu4188]

I am a depression patient and my panic attacks are more than that, i hear voices, i feel like somebody is out there trying to kill me, i feel like something wrong is happening like i feel like i am suffocating and it's hard to handle that

[@abnormalmindset]

Panic attacks are indeed debilitating. This lady is sharing some very helpful information.

[@ashbash2634]

Very good advice. I've been having crippling panic attacks every day at about 11pm recently. The advice you give here is what i have found helps me the most. As soon as i start seeing signs of an attack i step outside and watch the sky, tell myself i will get through it. Is absolutely terrifying and since I was in hospital recently i thought it was low blood pressure or something dangerous, it really is scary. My attacks literally last hours though...so i dont agree with that part of your video

[@ahiatus3433]

thank you haters for giving me anxiety! may you all sleep well at night!

[@mattsayle]

The only way to stop a panic attack is by doing nothing. Going outside, breathing techniques, distraction techniques, etc are all telling your body that whatever is going on is so dangerous if you don't do these types of things you're not going to be okay.

[@rainbowbulldog7682]

Please reply to this as every other video I commented this on, no one did. So normally I get invited places. I just got back from a trip and someone said "one day we will go with my family, to this country" (their family). I freaked out this morning because I think about myself being sick and not well and eating stuff I don't like etc.. When I'm away from parents. Please let me know what's wrong and how to stop it, it's urgent and you would know how I feel if you was in my position. So please try and help and don't just scroll down here even if this video helped you.

[@sarahsunsmashable]

It seems I may be a tad late, but try to acknowledge that, for many people, new trips and experiences can be rather daunting. It is a natural part of being exposed to something new. If it is the lack of contact with your parents which worries you, then make sure you can contact them by email or SMS or whatever, so that you may talk to them even while you are away. Illness is unlikely, but if you are travelling to a place of particularly high disease prevalence or with a risk dangerous infection then take the necessary medical procedures prior. If you worry about your health, consult a medical professional about the trip to see if there is any real risk, and follow their advice accordingly. If you don't like the food there, simply do not eat it, or do if it is tolerable, and you are okay with doing so. If you really don't want to admit that you dislike the food, complain of gastrointestinal distress, and just don't eat whilst changing the topic. I do know how you feel, the first trip I made away from home made me feel nauseated, but when I actually arrived, I was kept so busy I forgot all of my anxieties. We, as humans, are still very much dominated by our instincts. To keep us alive, our brains will cause anxiety and panic to set in before new or daunting experiences so that we avoid them, the "fight or flight" response which causes nausea, and the frequent need to urinate very small amounts of urine. These unlikely scenarios you imagine are your brain's way of discouraging you, to protect you from non-existent threats, and it clouds rational and realistic thought. Deep breathing, slowing your movements, drinking tea or water (or whatever that isn't caffeinated or sugary) and spending time outside are likely to help lift these worries from your mind. Think things through, are these worries realistic, or do you think you could be panicking over nothing? Also, admit to your friends and the people you trust that you are somewhat nervous, they are likely to understand and help support you in any way they can. Also, take your mind off of it by doing something you enjoy, and take anything you feel you need (music and such like) with you so that you feel comforted and grounded, when the actual event arrives.

[@rainbowbulldog7682]

Thankyou!! Even if it was late, this was such a detailed and helpful answer :)

[@kelleynji9715]

sarahsunsmashable

[@nicholasholloway8743]

RainbowBulldog listen..... I've had anxiety attacks damn near once a day for the past three years, you're an introvert? meaning you don't like to leave your house and get out any if at all? A tad bit of social anxiety as well? Ok my best tip for you is to just take it easy, make yourself aware that you are having an anxiety attack.... remind yourself you are not in any danger. Slow down your thoughts or cut them out all together as thinking too much only serves to increase your discomfort. Try taking deep breaths in and out your nose and massaging your sternum in slow methodical circular motions, you may find it helpful to talk with others and have them reassure you that you're fine (even if they themselves dont think you are) just the support can achieve your end goal... (controlling your mind and body). I also suffer from the same problem, I hardly get out and when I do I get anxiety, just gotta realize you're having an attack and to deal with it accordingly. Nice relaxing hot shower while listening to your favorite music helps. Youl sometimes realize that being around ppl onley makes it worse, in this case find a nice quite place and ask them not to disturb you as you're practicing breathing and relaxation exercises. Ima tell you now (it's all in your head) youl be fine as I been to the hospital for this many times only for them to hold me until I'm stabilize and then release me a couple of hours later informing me that I was never really in any danger. It's pointless to think you're dying as this onley makes it worse. Youl be fine, just gotta take it one day at a time. Try exposing yourself little by little to social discomfort, nothing serious as you don't want to trigger another attack but a little discomfort is fine. I feel you're over thinking theis trips to meet ones parents. You're running the thoughts of their possible disapproval, and resentment towards you, will they accept me? And will they be ok with my profession/career/job. You're giving yourself anxiety by over-thinking the whole thing. Try asking for reassurance from the person who's parents you're meeting, the trick is to be open with your anxiety. It's not really something someone would criticise you for (unless they are assholes). Anyways... good luck, I hope this advice is very useful to you in helping reduce/avoid anxiety attacks all together. God Bless.......

[@miranda5757]

I was driving and I had a panic attack and i was so focused on other cars and trying to breathe. I don’t even remember getting home. When I got home my panic attack stopped and I walked in and sat on the couch and started to breakdown Bc it was so terrifying and I don’t remember even driving but I knew I was. I was with my mom driving and she was trying to talk to me but I don’t remember anything she told me

[@dannyblack473]

I was at work and I felt my heart beating hard and I felt a bit weak I think, I can't remember but I have no idea what it was. I just tried to relax, I think it was a panic attack but idk

[@thenak.5039]

Here is how you know it is a panic attack you are scared you can't breathe and you feel like you are dying I have panic attacks everyday I should know

[@nicholasholloway8743]

Prinxiety !!! Yes it's annoying more than anything now I know I'm fine.

[@malomal8580]

Danny Black thats how ifeel now...

[@KatiiezCam]

One of the things that helps me regulate my breathing is to read something out loud or sing a song (even in public you can just mouth the words) and that helps me from breathing too fast or inhaling to much oxigen which then makes me more scared because I get dizzy and my hands get cold. It does not stop the panic attack but it makes it easier to overcome. Hope this tip can help someone out there.

[@tKoQ]

Hell no it’s lasted longer than 3 m. I think going on 3 hours now

[@izakbhere8079]

What about if you are taking an ACT test, and realizing that this test is all that matters between you and college. I can't excuse myself.

[@desireeevans663]

When i have a panic attack i feel like im going to faint

[@Xzqwerty2324zX]

i’m feeling a mix of anxiety and i guess depression right now, really miss my ex from almost 2 years now i’ve dated someone in between then but it’s not the same I still miss my ex before the other girl i dated, idk why i miss her so much all i do is compare my life to her, she’s been doing everything with her life and i’ve just been stuck in the same position forever i feel like i’m not going anywhere and i just don’t know why i havent died yet, i feel like there’s nothing left for me to do with myself

[@samanthabrudwick8885]

Hey thank you so much for that I have had them before but the first time I had one I got extemely dizzy so that you and everyone who has them drink water then just deeply breathe and it works

[@JusZard]

Drinking and drug use will onset anxiety and panic but you can also have it naturally the worst panic attacks are when high on weed omg

[@Pitters_Only]

I live with mine everyday

[@BrianPremo]

I’m in a perpetual state of panic. It goes weeks at a time. 50% health worries 50% work overload. Being an adult is the worst.

[@anadee5755]

If it was that easy.. no one would have panic. 🤦‍♀️

[@kkcorleone7308]

I started getting panic attacks years ago , I went into hospital because I thought there was something wrong with my heart ! I still suffer from anxiety and it’s pretty bad at times .

[@kapilmagar3779]

My panic attack is like never ending and its feel like one day i will sucide myself 😭

[@Skoodge_Dude]

Don't do it. Life gets better. Even if it sucks now, it will get better.

[@funtime8648]

convert to Islam

[@bobstewart5943]

Thank you. Having a panic attack is absolutely scary! It is so awful and they really drain my body.

[@bminnie2233]

She reminds me of Carol Burnette Mommas Family 😙

[@katiekaylor1391]

for me, during a panic / anxiety attack, i feel completely stiff. Everyone tells me while i’m panicking to get up and do something. i sometimes feel paralyzed and my right leg and right arm twitch because i’m trying to get myself to move and let go of energy. Getting up and going outside is super hard especially WHILE you are having a panic attack

[@kuramakai5165]

This woman has absolutely no idea what she's talking about general panic attacks last anywhere from a minimum of 15 minutes to an hour and going outside doesn't help,You need to get hydrated and breathe deep and slowly with your Diaphragm, not your ''abdominal muscles'' People should not release videos providing false information especially with something as serious as this, also stay away from caffeine if you're panic attack prone as it makes it two times worse, breathe slow and keep hydrated!

[@wowzer4058]

Mine lasts 24 hours a day

[@libbyallen9604]

Recently went to the ER because I had the most hectic panic attack of my life, I thought it was a heart attack. My whole face and body was tingly and numb and it was a challenge for me to even walk. I felt so lightheaded and dizzy I hated it. My heart wouldn’t slow down no matter how much I tried to focus on my breathing. The nurse gave me 2 Panadols and a Valium and it helped me asap. Went to the doctors the next day and they put me on anti-depressants to see how I go for the next month. They’re still occurring tho but I’m only on my third day of using them so hopefully they start to make a difference soon.. and does anyone get panic attacks with no main trigger? That’s my whole problem and what makes me 10 times worse because I don’t know why I’m suddenly freaking out but most of the time it’s when I’m focusing on my breathing or heart.

[@dmemes3304]

I Lost My $300 Bill And I Just Can't Calm Down

[@eduardvoinea1370]

DMemes 😂😂👌

[@alexispowell3309]

I'm having one that's been lasting for days. Only stopping when I sleep, which is really hard to do. It started last month and have been happening almost Everytime I try to sleep. I shake, feel like I'm dying, mentally think I'm dying and throw up. I don't know how to stop it but it's nice to know Im not alone. Please leave some nice messages. I've been having this panic attack since 6:00 am on February 14th 2020, and right now it's 9:01 pm February 15th 2020. I'll update when it stops.

[@alexispowell3309]

It's still going on and it's March 6th

[@1018Stacey]

Your video was very helpful, I love when you mention to go outside with nature and look at the birds. It definitely helps me at times. 💕

[@cmr3194]

For some reason this simple video and your voice really helped. I listened to it twice. Thank you.

[@ShoutingMeatball]

Once i looked at my apple watch , my heart was beating 200 beats per minute

[@DaK1ller]

So I have a panic attack like 4 days ago and I still feel paranoid and anxious. I also can’t sleep or eat much at all. I know that this isn’t permanent but it just feels that way and it’s very hard to cope with for the time being!

[@222liss]

I jusr listened to your voice and it calmed me down from the breakdown. Thanks for all th tipps.

[@AhdiTheGreat]

Honestly this helps me a lot I have anxiety a lot and usually I don’t have a way to get over them this really helps thank you

[@ebi6755]

I’m having a panic attack right now. I feel scared and confused, but I don’t know what the reason for it is. It’s just reassuring to know I’m not alone when I feel like this. That other people deal with the same issues I have.

[@mrbuildz9979]

Just trying to calm down myself now trying to find ways to cope with my anxiety thanks 🙏

[@hectorolague4088]

I'm really awesome with the way I can force myself to stay sane and fucking relax . If I can , you can too . Endless blessings guys and gals ❤️

[@pirate.the.skull.captain5319]

for me in happens at night, like just less them 10 minutes ago i was just watching Naruto and bang!! lay on my said and my heart starts beating really fast, and i panicked, it lasted so long it was coming in waves, i went to see my dad and he calmed me down, most of the time i can calm my self down, but this one terrified me, i was slapping my self, but i just couldn't clam down. I heard years ago that before you die you body forget how to swallow this messed me up, So if my body doesn't swallow i go full panic mode, thinking im dying, my body goes numb and this makes it worse, my head burns also, and i have a mini panick attack just as a full into deep sleep, becuase i think im dying .... its horrible...... after my attack clam down, my body stays numb for a while and i shake violently with energy. i have a really bad diet and i love drink caffeine non stop.....i think its time to give it up..becuase im not helping my self ...plus ive gotten no sleep, so it makes it worse.

[@FuturesPast1]

@Pirate .A Kirkland "I shake violently with energy". That feeling is from your adrenaline blowing up from the attack. It is such a weird feeling right?

[@th3adapt0r53]

I just watched this because my sister used my I phone charger and I snuck in there and right when I unplugged the charger from her phone a loud thunder noise came from outside my house and I am glad I decided to go to my room because if I was there she woulda seen me setting there. She is awake now.

[@Stsebastian8900]

my heart doesnt beat to fast anymore when i panick, i have such bad anxity attacks daily i have learnt to reduce my heart rate, but my panick and eyes are so intense. off for a walk, even though i feel like ill fall over

[@Z_Co95]

I think the best advise I’ve ever heard was fight the attack and force yourself to remain seated. So, I’d have to disagree with her saying get up and leave the scene. Unless you’re about to pass out then I’d understand. I’ve noticed that when I leave the scene I assume everyone knows something is wrong and it triggers even more anxiety

[@MashaBear1001]

I needed this, I had one where I felt like the walls where closing in and I couldn't breath. I couldn't feel my arms and got so dizzy I fell. My arm got heavy and stiff. I felt like I was actually having a stroke and was going to die.

[@TheMan21892]

I have high blood pressure and I’m CONSTANTLY experiencing anxiety. Sometimes not so much, sometimes enough to make me think this is the end. Even as I’m typing this I’m utterly scared. Tightness in my chest and throat, taste of copper, nausea, hyper awareness... Scared to even bother my family for a chat because everyone works and they’re all sleeping, so I don’t want to bother them. I’m scared and alone and I don’t know what to do or think. I just wish someone could help me.

[@cdl8637]

No matter how many times I have a panic attack and am familiar with it, I still believe I am dying and my brain convinces me its for a different reason every time. If its not a heart attack then I start thinking that drinking too much has caught up with me or that I have a condition I didn't know about. Either way the feeling is too uncomfortable to calm down because I need a relief from it asap. Its like I am in a box filling with smoke and I can't find a way out. Not to mention when I DO calm down im always embarrassed people had to see me like that. It sucks bad.

[@sarahkivo81]

I was sitting in my lecture and all of a sudden my heart started racing really fast and I was getting really scared but I didn’t understand what was happening. So I was just fidgeting in my seat constantly, playing with my pens and holding back my tears. The possibility of dying did cross my mind but my very introverted personality told me it was best not to make a scene. After time passed, it was over and I felt like my body went back to normal again. It was so sudden and it never happened before so I never understood what it was. I knew I had to tell someone so I booked an appointment with a counsellor at my uni. I was so scared and nervous to talk about it because I never really express my self or know how to in these situations-I ended up not going. I didn’t just want to ‘pray it away’ like my parents would probably say or they would blame it on the fact that I don’t pray enough. I haven’t experienced a panic attack ever since but I can’t stress enough how important it is to understand Mental health.

[@pennywise3835]

Isn’t it sad how we all have to watch a video on how to be calm 😔

[@caddymankoto9565]

Thank you I'm the youngest and I'm having a rought time

[@brooklyn9603]

Sometimes my panic attacks get so bad that my muscles in my legs and hands tighten up and i am unable to move them, I’m very scared to have one in front of my friends but I typically get them when I am getting impatient, or of course worried about something. Waiting in lines such as at a carnival could cause me an attack and I would really like to know how to prevent that from happening or try to stop it, because carnivals and fairs and amusement parks are something fun that my anxiety gets in the way of.

[@2012XF3]

Listening to my friend takk makes me calm.

[@awesomegirlproductions1314]

Thanks for helping! My sister was worrying so Much of this and it helped!