When you get an overwhelming feeling of panic and anxiety, do you get a feeling like you want to run or call your safe person and let them know you’re struggling? I have a tough time sitting with the feeling of intense anxiety and I know I should not be contacting family for reassurances . Any tips on how to ride through those feelings when I feel like I’m going to pop! Thanks 😊
Distraction, I clean, or crotchet. Work helps sometimes. Tv shows, animals and blankets are nice too. Video games. Anything comforting. Just say in your head “I am ok” or if it’s a specific thought I “ban” it from my mind.
I use a lot of distraction. I’ll try to watch some tv on my phone while walking around the block to deal with the pent up energy from the panic.
I’m struggling here with this as well. My therapist recommended I write down activities to do - cleaning dishes, art, laundry, walking etc. I put them in a little jar I can grab when I’m feeling like that. It has helped for in the moment. Maybe also trying to put a timer on 5 minutes to see if you can sit with the panic and not call someone, the. Another 5 etc etc. You’re not alone in the panic. It is super hard.
hey there, i totally get that overwhelming urge to reach out for reassurance when anxiety hits hard. it's super tough to sit with those feelings, but you're not alone in this. 💪 i'm dealing with a different ocd theme myself, but i've found some tools that might be helpful for you too. one thing that's been a game changer for me is the "unstuck ocd therapy tools" app. it's got ai-personalized guidance and exercises that really come in clutch when you're in the moment. my local ocd support group put me onto it and it's been a solid support. also, the ocd stories podcast has been super insightful for understanding different aspects of ocd and hearing how others manage their symptoms. might be worth checking out. stay strong, you got this! ✨
i use unstuck and highly recommend u check it out too!!
When my mind gets overwhelmed with worrisome thoughts I end up getting this feeling sort of like right in my stomach it feels like panic, its like a rush and then I get really scared and often need to go to the bathroom. Anyone have any advice on how to calm that reaction? I feel like I’m stuck in this anxious thinking then panic feeling loop.
Does anyone else who struggle with panic disorder and ocd have helpful tips when you have a panic attack and your ocd spikes as well? Cause man it makes my body and mind so tired and everything feels like it’s on fire. ERP with my ocd is bearable but when my ocd triggers a panic attack it feels so bad
I am freaking out with panic. It feels like I want to or have to hurt my boyfriend and it’s causing me to have the worst panic attack I’ve had in a while. It feels like I should be in a mental institution and all I want to do is cry. I know at a time like this I need to lean into the anxiety but I’m absolutely terrified. Please. Anyone. Words of wisdom or encouragement. It feels so different than normal and of course I’m so worried this is not OCD. how could it be? It’s so convincing and scary.
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