[angelgirl]

Hi, Na4today,, oh yeah, I have been struggling reallybad withpanic attacks. My anxiety swings all over the place. Mostly the high side. I am fighting anxiety all the time. fearing a panic attack. This morning, I began to have a panic attack, because I had to go to my in-laws house, they are both sick, and needed my help to care for them. Well we have never gotten along, so I said I'd go, because they asked, and when the time came, I realized I had to spend 4 hours with them, andthe panic set in. I paced, and paced, which is what I often do when feeling that way. I can't take this, they are so bad. I know that I frighten myself into them. Seems like I am having trouble going anywhere outside the house without getting a panic attack.

My husband is doing his best to understand, but as you can understand, it is difficult if you have never had a panic attack, to get what happens. This morning he was like, just stop, relax.... Well, at that moment, I couldn't just relax..

I learned some breathing techniques a few years ago from a therapist I saw that specialized in relaxation. He was wonderful, and I did learn from him, and it has to some extent helped me, but overall, I have not been able to get control of the whole anxiety feeling. I am really afraid of becoming a prisoner in my home. I'm not there yet, but if I don't get some control, I could easily go there. The therapist I used to see moved from the area, or I'd definately go see him..

I have heard that Lucinda Bassett is a big help. She wrote books and has tapes out for anxiety help. Have you heard of her?? I guess her books and tapes can really, really help. But,,, the cost of her stuff is way beyond what I can aford to pay. i guess it costs a couple hundred dollars on ebay for used stuff.. But that is a suggestion, if you have the money. I would also suggest calling around to find out if you have any doctors in your area that specialize in relaxation. They can also really help.

I hope this was ok to post. It may be off the subject a it, but if you are struggling with the anxiety, here's some suggestions. I just can't afford them right now, and I can't find a good therapist that does the breathing in my area. Good Luck, and please let me know how things turn out for you, or what you decide to do..

Love, becky