PANIC ATTACKS || Mental Health Check-In

[@savannahlacey3357]

I cried with you, Rachel. I had the same exact story that happened to me. After listening to you, it really reminded that God is so in control in our chaos.

[@lilyw1390]

Rachel- thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your story. I’ve felt personally in my own Christian circles that talking about mental health is kinda taboo and it’s hard to find other Christian women to talk to about this stuff. I’ve had panic attacks and anxiety for as long as I can remember. Hearing you as another Christian women share your story is really encouraging. You rock. Keeping being awesome and sharing your heart ❤️

[@PaigeMummerow]

Thank you for sharing! I am also a Christian and I started having very similar experiences two months postpartum and about a year later of thinking they were panic attacks, I was so confused cause I didn’t feel nervous or anxious about things when these would occur- it felt SO out of my control and so frustrating bc I knew in my heart I trusted God for everything. I figured it was kind of a weird postpartum side effect (and seeking treatment as such with therapy and trying different meds which made me sick and I couldn’t take them- and checking my thyroid wondering if that was happening to trigger these) I was praying and asking God to reveal what was going on- the Holy Spirit reminded me of the gallbladder issues I had before having kids and then I realized (and my doctor has since confirmed) I was actually having gallbladder attacks! which made me feel 1. Shaky 2. Freezing cold 3. Nauseous and triggering a lot of nervousness which is why I mistook them for panic attacks! I’m probably going to need my gallbladder removed but while I am waiting for that appointment, I have to eat low fat so I don’t trigger the gallbladder attacks- it makes all the difference in the world having an answer and feeling a bit justified that it wasn’t just strictly nerves! It was truly a breakthrough and changing my eating is keeping it from happening! I hope this helps someone who may be in the same boat! Panic attacks are so tough and confusing and upsetting- praying for relief to those who suffer with these, but have hope! They could be triggered by diet or hormones. There is hope! Praise Jesus ❤️👍🏻

[@samarachristine8219]

I feel like you made this video for me to see. These are the exact things I experience daily and I’ve never told anyone about it. I feel like now I can finally speak to exactly what is happening. Thank you! Also a scripture I use when this happens is 2 Timothy 1:7

[@megandyck5228]

Thank you for talking about this. Someone who has never gone through a panic attack can't truely understand the feeling but it is so important for people to understand this is a real thing people go through

[@emd.3974]

Panic attacks and anxiety are such a difficult thing to experience; your faith in the Lord through this is amazing and inspiring. Praying for you and thank you for the reminder to pour my heart to God and as for his strength!

[@mandijones551]

You are an amazing daughter of the Lord. And I want to give you hope. 5 years ago I was exactly where you are now. I was having multiple attacks a day and I went to my Bible every time. But we know spiritual warfare is real and so they kept getting worse. I found the exact same verse in Philippians, and I tattooed it on my body as not only a reminder but a physical representation of the word to fight the devil with. I’m not saying it’s easy. I’m not saying it will get better overnight. But God is good. And every time you turn to him in prayer during this time he is rejoicing and celebrating that you went to him to fight this battle. I will be praying for you. This will all be worth it in the end. Gods got this. ❤️

[@chilllzoneee]

I’ve had the same experience with panic attacks and since I’m years down the road I want to tell you what I learned. Anxiety and panic attacks are two different things and right now you’re viewing them as the same. Panic attacks don’t need anxiety to happen, it’s just your body picking up on a small signal that you’re feeling hot or your heart skipped a beat and suddenly it goes into full flight or fight mode. You don’t need to have an anxiety disorder to have panic attacks. Knowing that made having panic attacks easier. Also, those intrusive thoughts are completely normal. You’re just that kind of personality type. You picture the worst case scenario so you can better find a way out of it. That actually makes you a great mom because you’re thinking three steps ahead. I never went on any medication and it took years for the attacks to subside but they do still happen every once in a while but since I know what they are I just view them as annoying instead of a heart attack. After having them for years you’ll just know the difference and just wait for them to be over. I do think it’d be good for you to find a therapist just to talk to because by the sound of your voice, you really need to get some thoughts off your chest. You can totally talk to your husband but I think having a dedicated therapy session would really benefit you. If you have any questions feel free to ask :)

[@maudest-laurent4124]

Hi, I've been following you for a little bit and I really enjoy your channel. I too have suffered from panic attacks for 10 years now and I am here to say that you are not alone and it does get better :) As time go one and with appropriate tools you learn to know what your triggers are and to avoid situations that can trigger you. As a Christian I feel that there is always a stigma when suffering from mental health issues and that is sad because they are as real as physical health issues. My favorite verse when I am suffering from anxiety is from 2 Corinthians 12, about Paul's thorn in the flesh : "Concerning this thing I besought the Lord thrice, it it might depart from me and he hath said unto me: My grace is sufficient for thee: for my power is made perfect in weakness".

[@taylorr.6610]

Thank you for sharing your heart and sharing intrusive thoughts and anxiety thoughts through the lens of a Christian. I also really struggle with this stuff at times.

[@JM-mj1lb]

Thank you so much for sharing this story, i have also struggled with anxiety, so hearing others experiences makes me feel less alone🤍

[@TheGatewayProductions]

Big thanks for this upload! Panic attacks are horrible but we can learn to beat them! Well done!

[@NaNa-wh4pm]

Thank you Rachel.

[@rosaestrada4528]

Hi dear :) You just described me, I was diagnosed with OCD. You most likely have postpartum OCD and I know it feels more ashamed when we proclaimed to be christians and go through panic attacks and intrusive thoughts. But, please if you feel convicted to make an appointment just to see if you have OCD or not. I can tell you ERP is the best way to treat it. Meaning exposure yourself to the fear or really the triggers and sit with the uncertainty/anxiety. It is hard in the beginning but it gets better

[@KristyTillova]

I love you, thank you for filming this! You are strong and amazing godly woman! ❤️

[@tateyf8758]

Thankyou so much, I have felt like a crazy person for so long as I experience the exact same type of thoughts about me, my son and partner and I am currently trying to get help with my mental health but it's a very difficult route to go down here in the UK 🇬🇧 it feels good to know I am not alone in this, the thoughts can be so crippling at times, I realy envy your faith so much too x

[@katieh9537]

Thank you for this. I feel like you spoke to my heart. I have been dealing with this for past 6 months and god is so able for complete healing. Thank you for this.

[@carolitza4386]

Hey love, I dealt with panic attacks and panic disorder in 2019. I thought they would never go away and that I’d be dealing with this agonizing pain forever. I did the therapy route (cause I was desperate) and there I learned not only some techniques to help during a P.A. but also that for most people it DOES get better with time and eventually you learn that you are not gonna die/ are in 0 danger. The panic will lose its edge. In 2019 I would’ve thought anyone who tells me it will go away is crazy, but as of today I haven’t panicked since soooo long. Life, and God is sooo good. 💖 Keep fighting

[@d.w.5329]

Thank you so much for this Video. I can relate to that. Its so encouraging to hear from you and see that you go your way with Jesus and be a wonderful mom. Greetings from Germany

[@victorialindsaybooysen2735]

♥️ thanks for your openness and for sharing biblical views on anxiety! ♥️

[@haleyannabelle20]

Thank you for your christian perspective on this! It's so wonderful to see your theology influencing your life. I think I'd love to be your friend if I lived in Canada

[@sharynalabrecque8138]

Rachel thank you so much for sharing and your vulnerability in this. And for sharing in the midst of this still being your reality

[@atram_magdalene]

Thank you for telling your story! I pray for you. Greatings from Poland 🙏🏻😊

[@username-bw7oz]

Watching this while doing my makeup and you got me tearing up ❤️

[@deeninthedunya]

Prayers for you and your fam❤️

[@Emily-es6zo]

Haven’t watched the whole thing yet but you are SO lovely. Just so beautiful!!

[@Emily-es6zo]

As a mama, I can just relate so much.

[@carolitza4386]

Also a good memory verse for intrusive thoughts is Philippians 4:8. Anytime my brain wonders off to worst-case-scenarios i make them submit to the word of God!

[@nicoleandrea4691]

I know I doesn't have to be with the Topic but I am so glad to find your channel I follow you on instagram many months ago I discovered you for sarah your sister. New subscriber

[@Emily-es6zo]

Tearing up....this would have been so terrifying.

[@kathrynrobson768]

Hi Rachel, thanks for being so vulnerable and sharing your story in a very honest and real way. You’re a warrior. I really pray that these panic attacks stop. However, I disagree with your thought that this is something the Lord has burdened you with. I believe that only good things come from the Lord - ‘I have come so that you may have life, and have it to the full’ It is Satan who comes to ‘kill, steal and destroy’ John 10:10. Jesus paid for our full healing on the cross - Isaiah 53:5. Why some people experience healing and others don’t; I don’t know. But know that the Lord loves you and would never give you panic attacks to make you trust him.