When you feel like you are starting to have a panic attack and you are alone, go live... We will be there for you. We will help you, you are not alone!
Please Shinichi don’t ever feel sorry for showing us this video. I hope I could help in some ways to lessen what you feel right now. 😔 I’m not sure how the health care system works in Japan but I hope you can find a group that could offer professional assistance regarding this.
I have panic attacks as well Sinichi,sometimes the fear of another one coming on is crippling.A therapist once told me to remember that I always come out fine,I am not going to die like I think I am.This sounds silly but sometimes playing a phone game or something keeps my mind occupied enough to let it pass,love you beautiful man😊💕
I suffer from panic attacks all the time. The best thing to do is just close your eyes relax your body and just breathe. Try not overthink anything. Put on your favorite song or warm up your favorite food and just relax Hun. Remember it's only in your mind
Brother! I’m so sorry! I’m so sorry, because there’s nothing that I can do for you! My first instinct is to help, and I cannot. The only thing I can do, is to continue to lift you, and now all of your friends’ that have posted that they have anxiety disorders-up in prayer. You have so many people here that have given you great advice, from experience. The one thing that seems to be common is overworking.....not enough rest. Please take that advice and rest. Can you and Satoshi leave your environment and go to a ryokan and relax? I wish that you could go and get some well deserved pampering....... Please NEVER apologize for expressing your true feelings to us. We love you and we’re here for you!
I used to get bad ones. Things to help: focus on the here and now. Don't think about tomorrow, don't think about yesterday, don't think an hour ahead or behind....stay in the here and now and know for now you are safe and nothing is going to harm you. Also, get mad. My therapist said if you get mad you can't have a panic attack because those two emotions can't happen at the same time. Yell, scream, run, jump, beat a pillow, hate the world. When you think you are done, get mad some more until you are exhausted. Mainly, don't worry. Meditate on 'now'. Nothing happening, nothing going to harm you, you are safe right here and now. Sending strong prayers and powerful thoughts your way to defeat this. ♥
Get someone to get you mad lol Once I don't know if I was having a panic attack or what I was shaking like crazy and couldn't stop and my dad kept critisizing my lifestyle that I was feeling bad because I don't do this and that and blabla... And I got mad like this isn't the time for that! And screamed at him! I stop shaking after that lol I guess the adrenaline really helped me lol
KaleidoscopeEffect Yes. My mother was the one who always criticized me. Later I learned that I don't have to be mad at the world, I could be mad at the anxiety and panic. If I felt it creeping in I would get so mad at it that it would go away. It's been well over 15 years since my last panic attack. A few times anxiety wanted to start creeping in, like when one of my pets is very old and sick, I focus on the anxiety like it's a demon spirit trying to take over me...I get so angry, so violently mad at it, I throw pillows at it, fight it in my head, tell it ''no way are you going to latch on to me sucker''. The thing is...the adrenaline is going to hit you no matter if you are calm or active. The way to channel the adrenaline is to use it by fierce exercise, jumping, running, yelling, fighting back. The worst thing to do is just sit there and feel how its affecting your body. It can make you think you are going crazy or dying.
I'm the calm type, I'm not really mad at anyone except if they are doing something annoying or bad at that exact moment I can get mad but after it happened I just let it slip otherwise it would hunt me and not them :P In my case panic attacks come from me bottling things up, like my parents taking my dog on a vacation without me, I let them take him even if I didn't want to because I thought my dog would have a good time... Like half an hour after they left my left arm started hurting and I had difficulty breathing and I was even trying not to think too much about my dog leaving with them lol It's like my body hates me when I do things I don't want to lol Luckily I managed to calm myself down in like 3 minutes with relaxing music and deep breaths while sitting up :)
Focus on one thing, like a plant or button anything you can to give your mind a chance to gather itself , pet the dog take him for a walk just anything so you don't stew in your own thoughts, I get those to the point I don't want people around but this is a bad move for people like us , people like us don't need isolation, remember it's OK to ask for help I am here if you need a friend , in extreme circumstances I just let everything out a have a down to earth cry ,, big hugs feel better you have friends here
Shinichi, I admire you for sharing this part of your life with us. Too many people percieve mental illness as a sign of weakness, but you prove just the opposite: you are an exceptionally strong person! To be able not only to tell us about your panic attacks, but to film yourself while you're having an attack! It's very powerful. I'd come over there and hug you, but 1) I don't know if you like hugs, 2) the flight to Tokyo would be several hours, and I'm broke from a recent trip to London anyway, 3) You might get scared when a tall, overweight nerd from Norway suddenly starts knocking on your door! :) I hope things improve for you soon, Shinichi. Look after yourself, take a break, get well. We'll still be here when you're better! Lots of love!
So Sorry you aren't feeling well! You guys have been very busy and traveling quite a bit lately. It will take at least an equal amount of time to get your equilibrium back. You have been managing your condition very well for a long time but your recent travel schedule kind of threw things off a bit. Stay encouraged! Be gentle with yourself and you will get passed this. You are doing everything right.
So sorry you are going through some tough times with your anxiety and panic attacks. I’m glad you were able to call the ambulance and make sure you weren’t having a heart attack. I admire the strength you have to actually show others your experiences. I’m sure your strength and honesty to share helps others with panic disorder. I sincerely hope you are doing well. Please take care of yourself.
The smiling thing - it is silly but I also think it works, maybe the silliness in itself it what makes you genuinely smile after the first fake one. If that makes sense. While I'm sorry you have to go through this, I'm also thankful that you decided to document this bc this is real, the heart tightening, the cold hands and feet, dizziness. I'm glad you can share with us, you have lots of support here! ❤️ take care Shinichi-san, health comes first.
I have had a panic attack fake a heart attack on me before too. I hope things calm down for you soon. I found a new thing that helps me pull my anxiety down. I don't know if it will help you or not, but it helps me. Someone once said "I centre myself" and I pictured focusing on my core. Like the exact middle of my chest, and then scrunching up all of my stress into a ball. I focus on scrunching it until it is such a tiny ball that it seems so insignificant. I picture it as though I'm scrunching up a tin foil ball. And then I can just breathe. I haven't been able to meditate for years (because when I try, creative thoughts pour in, but they're all jumbled, and none of them make sense, and then I realize that I'm not being productive, and I start to stress about that, then I stress about the fact that I'm not meditating, so I try to force myself, then I start thinking in tangents again... and so the cycle continues. But by forcing myself to imagine the ball, and scrunching it up, and actively diminishing the anxiety in my mind, I start to feel lighter. I make myself aware that the problems are sill there, but that the anxiety surrounding them is just added, and unnecessary stress that I don't need. I don't know if this will help, but I thought I'd mention it just in case. For me, now any time I notice my entire body is tense, a voice in my head (usually in the voice of the person who said it) says "centre yourself" and I remember to scrunch down the stress, then just breathe. ♡
Dear Shinichi, brother, I feel so bad that you are suffering. Sending you much love and many hugs. I have had severe panic attacks like you describe and it is so debilitating and scary. All I can say is try to breathe and know we are all here for you. You are not alone. ❤️
Oh my gawd Shinichi!! *hugs* you are so strong and so amazing!!! I am so sorry this happened to you! I hate when i get panic attacks, seeing you like this made me cry. You are a warrior!! Love you man. *big bear hug* do not apologize for this video. 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗💗❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛
Panic attacks are... the worst to deal with, at least in my experience. I am grateful to you for sharing this, because it's very hard to do that, a lot. Being open about mental health is SO difficult, with the way society tends to treat it. My proverbial hat is off to you for having the courage. I hope you can find something to help get the attacks back under control for you, again, whether it's medicine or a routine change. You are a strong man for dealing with this, and I admire you.
So sorry to see you struggling to manage your anxiety, Shinichi. But thank you for sharing! You're helping others to see that they aren't alone, and hopefully all the loving responses from your viewers make you feel a little better/stronger, even if we can't entirely fix things. Your partner, friends, and family seem like a great support system -- I know they will help you through this. Sending love!
This honestly made me tear up, because I know the feeling so well. Always try to stay positive and strong... Know you will always conquer the difficult times! I'm so glad you posted this video, and I think many people can relate.
Hang in there and stay strong, Shinichi! Please know there are so many people out there who care about you! There is absolutely no shame in reaching out and asking for some help from your friends or even from those you've never met before (like us). Your videos inspire me (and others out there) so much and I know it takes a lot of hard work and time to create so I personally appreciate it so much. You are such a strong and inspiring human being to be doing what you're doing, what you love so please don't forget it. Sending so much love your way! :)
My therapist said to me once that stuck...your feelings, emotions, thoughts, are not permanent but they pass through like a screen door. You may feel stuck, that is what panic does, makes you feel stuck in that fight or flight cycle. So breath and with each breathe you are further and further away from being stuck. Thank you so much for showing us. I’ve suffered as long as you and can say you really handled yourself so well. I wish I was that calm during mine. Now, as you look back, remember that screen door.this toooo shall pass. Thank you again. My heart goes out to you.
It's so brave of you to vlog this. Usually no one can see the chaos inside you. You are loved, be easy on yourself.I had an anxiety attack yesterday, not full panic but it feels horrible. It feels like I'm just I'll prepared to cope with the world I have to live in.
I know how you feel. I have these everyday. When I feel it coming on I feel like I'm going crazy and it gets really hard to stay still. What helps me is that I know it's not real and that it will go away and that I'm not alone in life. Best of luck to you I wish no one ever has to know what this feels like.
Pammmyanne yeah. That doesn't work for those who truly suffer from a PANIC disorder of this magnitude (where it manifests with several physical symptoms). It's easy to say "focus of what brings you Joy", but that's both ableist and privileged. Not everyone HAS something that brings them joy.
I'm sorry that you have to go through these, Shinichi! I used to have attacks while driving, so I don't drive anymore. It always caused a tingle-pain in both of my feet. I haven't had a serious panic attack in a long time. Sometimes I feel them cropping up and I try to take deep breaths and remind myself I'm the one in control of this body. Always sending you hugs from across the pond!
I caught this late, but still wanted to serve my support. I get these daily. I live alone, and thankfully have my ESA (Kit, my Shiba Support Animal). When my chest feels like it's being crushed... When I'm nauseated, and my stomach cramps, when I get the sweats, can't catch by breathe, he keeps me grounded. I've literally spent days unable to leave my apartment. Hang in there. Know that it's ok to rely on the tools you have. Don't beat yourself up for not feeling safe/ok enough to go outside when it's pretty. There will be more pretty days. Sending my God thoughts your way. Do whatever feels better, if anything does. If nothing does, that's ok too. You're not alone. Just try and breathe. 💙
I'm thinking all the trips and activities may be a contributing factor. Now that you are back home, rest as much as you can and try not to take on so much next time. I'm sure I'm not alone in this when I say we all want you healthy so we can see more of you. Take it easy, eat well and relax. I'll be sending good vibes and prayers your way. Hugs
My heart goes out to you from New Zealand. Your right about being in the Now, drawing/colouring in with bright colours too will help. Please don't feel embarrassed, we care about you!! I'm glad you told us! Looks like I'll be keeping an eye on you from my bed! 🌻🤗
do you think that taking to us old lot helps you when you have a panic attack?? if it does then by al means chat away..the feeling you describe..the tingly feelings are because your hyperventilating and your oxygen levels are too high..get yourself a paper bag to breathe into..it really does make a big difference.. why don't you..go live. i know its sounds extreme but if you find chatting to us helps you then you could try it? my heart goes out to you..i had one last night. i've yet to find something that works for me.. you guys put too much pressure on yourself.. this is one reason you need this break
This is Cat from Brooklyn NY!🐱 I had a panic attack yesterday! I was talking to an old friend of mine on the phone, on the bus and we got cut off! He is epileptic. I thought he had a seizure! I started to have a panic attack. Then I remembered that his battery was about to die. I calmed down and came home. Then when I came in I was nervous and I was shaking! I hope you're okay! And I hope you get everything checked out just to be on the safe side! I love you! Feel better! Thanks for the video! Oh yes, the battery did run out on my friend's phone!👍❄💖☄☮🐱
I'm so sorry! I know the feeling of these attacks well. Next time I should try your method of hot water and some meditation and you can try my method of wandering around the backyard for a half an hour and telling myself there is enough air outside and I'm not going to suffocate. Try and rest, you've been going non-stop for a month now and exhaustion doesn't help.
Hello Shinchi Don't worry about the video. I suffer from panic attack so I know how they feel. They are not the greatest thing but just know we are out here supporting you always. A doctor once told me having a panic attack is like your body running a marathon. I always feel tired afterwards. It's your flight and fight responses. Stay strong I believe in you. I'm here if you need to talk too. Be safe my friend we can get better together. Xx
I feel you man ... I like watching this video cause I am feeling this right now it makes me feel better knowing someone feels what I feel even just talking with you on the video makes me feel better
THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS PART OF YOU. I'M GLAD TO KNOW I'M NOT ALONE. PANIC ATTACKS ARE THE WORST. AT TIMES THEY'RE SO DEBILITATING AND I FEEL SO SAD AND HOPELESS AND OUT OF CONTROL. AND AT OTHER TIMES I FEEL LIKE WHAT'S THE POINT IN GOING ON. ( I HAVE OTHER HEALTH PROBLEMS AS WELL) BUT EVEN THOUGH I'M CRYING RIGHT NOW I SEE THE VIDEOS THAT YOU SHARE LIKE THIS ONE AND IT REALLY MEANS A LOT. THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS PART OF YOUR LIFE. IT REALLY MEANS A LOT TO ME. IT GIVES ME HOPE WHERE I OTHERWISE HAVE NONE. I'M TRULY GRATEFUL. THANK YOU.
I’ve been off my anxiety meds since April 2017. I took them just about daily for 5 years. I hope I don’t relapse. Get well. Hope the rest of 2018 will be better.
Hope you're feeling better now. Seeing you struggle to even articulate what you were going through reminded me of what I was going through week of Christmas. I take medication but I still got hit with low mood and anxiety and just had so many thoughts it made it difficult to really function. Talking about it can help as for me it can bring more understanding to what I'm going through and also not make me feel so isolated which is how I was feeling at the time. I definitely felt a lot better this past week.
Anxiety is a bastard.. I used to have such crippling attacks i could not leave the house for days... eventually I was able to get referred for therapy, then mindfulness was recommended, and that was the tool that let me overcome my attacks. I don;t know if you have looked into it at all, but it was what sorted me out and i have not had a crippling attack since. I hope you understand that it is not your "fault" it is not "you" but it is something that got wired in very long ago. The good news is you can retrain yourself to deal with these very physical reactions. I wish you a speedy recovery, and heartfelt support. Much love and understanding from the UK xx
I'm having a panic attack right now, watching videos of other people's issues with panic helps me take my mind off my own. Thank you for making this video. You have helped me more than you know.
I truly understand what you are going through,,I'm 46 and I've been suffering from panic attacks from the age of 16,,my personal advise to you is the Dare book,,trust me,, don't wait!
hope you feel better very soon 💓 i have had a very bad week health-wise lately and i hope its not disrespectful to say this but in a way it was comforting to watch this and think that you&i were maybe in a similar place lately, i dunno. i really respect and admire you and your channel and videos. and even moreso now that you have shared this with us.
im having an anxiety/panic attack right now and it comforted me so much to feel like i have someone go through it with me at the same time as me, so thank you for posting this 🙏🏽💖
Stay strong dear. My fiance suffered from them for two years. But..It got better and now he is back to his usual self, it was gone just as suddenly as it started, all his insecurities and fears were gone. Hold on to the fact that it passes. Take care of yourself and pray. Breathe. Chanting mantras also helps, it makes you focus and it distracts you from the emotions you are going through. It will get better. It might feel bad at times, but it will be gone. Be strong and keep filming.
I have suffered with panic attacks most of my life. I am used to them by now and just wait until they pass and move on. I'm talking years so they are just part of my life but knowing what they are makes them less scary. I realise that they are my thing that I have to deal with. I'm not afraid of them anymore they are just something to get through and move on. I don't mean to make light of them, they ruled my life for so many years but now they are just annoying and I know I'm not dying anymore!!
I had my first panic attack when I was 19. I felt like I was having a heart attack also. My chest was feeling quite heavy and my left arm went numb. It really sucks. I hope you feel better. Hopefully it will get better with time. I feel for you.
I feel so so sorry, your panic attackt were getting stonger lately, don't you think it's because of your work? Well maybe it's one reasons of many, I remember the one phrase you told like when you were in Osaka, having a attack because you thouht you couldn't film everything you planned... please don's put yourself under this preassure, we don't want a burned out Shinichi, we want you living your passion and be happy with. I can imagine thatnit is difficult to ceate all these different content, but don't push yourself in a unneccesary way, you do a wonderful job, your videos are amazing and people do love you and Satoshi. As you know I struggle myself with panic attacks but luckily I have stong medicine to sedate me(like a weak narcotic)and they give me the security I need, since I have them and I always know I can flew away from the attack it got better, maybe it's just because somethimes life and everything feels so like breath taking(in a negative way) but in the past view years I got stronger, and you were a big part of. To see you with a attack makes you just more a human not a robot, makes you more stronger not fake, and more someone I look up to, because you are real, without a fake perfect life, and don't giving up even it would be so easy sometimes... Please don't think phrases like "other have bigger problems, other have more difficult situations" well yeah maybe, it's true, BUT it's nonsense to compare. Think about Yourself as a child, standing in front of you while having a panic attak and full of fear fear, crying and needs your love. Would you say "oh c'mon why you cry, in africa children die from hunger so stop it" I don't think so. You would give it a hug, tell everything will be allright and you are here for it. So, think the same for your adult self. Treat yourself like the child. There will always be someone who has a harder life, but your feelings are real too, your needs and fears are real too. Thank you, for the one you are. Send you some hugs and love.
I feel for you and I’m grateful you show this so you can help others. Panic attacks are hard to live with but you are showing your thought process of the attack and the self talking to get out of it. Helpful for many.
Shinichi, I am sorry this is such a difficult time, with so many panic attacks. I know different things work for each person when they are struggling with anxiety and panic. I think music can almost be like medicine; if you have music that is calming or comforting for you, could it help when you are having these difficult times? If you enjoy doing crafts, some people also use crafts as a means of coping with nervousness or anxiety. It can be calming and almost meditative. Adult coloring books are very popular right now, and I think that is part of the reason why. I have PTSD, although I am so much better now. I used to have some panic attacks, but I know you are dealing with much more difficult situation than I did. Still, if I start feeling nervous for whatever reason, I find it really helpful to start crocheting or knitting. It's very calming, and it is a good distraction for me. I am sending you so many good wishes and many caring hugs from California. I know you can get through this, one step at a time. Hugs!
I've watched your panic attack videos before but Im rewatching because recently had 4 panic attacks in less than 24 hours. So much stress with a new job, struggling to deal with the healing of my broken ankle, financial, etc. I've had small panic attacks in the past but nothing like these recent ones. It scared the absolute hell out of me and I felt like it would never ever pass. This is all so very new to me and very scary. Watching your videos had helped me deal with them a lot better. When it starts to happen, I think of these videos and your advice and it helps a lot. I want to thank you so much for sharing, Shinichi! ❤
I think you're so brave for posting this video. I have suffered from panic attacks both in the past and at present, and I'm sure many others experience this as well. It's very hard to figure out just how to deal with panic attacks when they happen, and I appreciate your sharing your experience, and I know that I for one can really relate, and hope it gets better for you.
I use the grounding method when I have panic attacks, I read about it online and find it works for me 60/70% of the time. Look around you and find the following:- 5 things you can see 4 things you can touch 3 things you can hear 2 things you can smell 1 thing you can taste I repeat this with different items each round and it seems to occupy my brain enough for the attack to subside. I was so sceptical when I read this but it does work for me. I really hope this pattern of attacks subsides soon shinichi and we’re always here if you need us x
Thank you for posting this. So many people think panic or anxiety attacks are like what you see on tv...hyperventilating and freaking out. In reality, from the outside, many people wouldn't be able to tell. They may see that there is something wrong, but they wouldn't attribute it to an anxiety attack.
Hope you are feeling better. Please take care. I am so very impress that you are managing so well and encouraging others. Stay strong and stay positive but don't push yourself too hard. Wish you well.
Stay strong! I also have panick attacks, even if I have a pretty nice life. Don't beat yourself up, rest, hold on on the little things. You make a lot of people on the Internet happy. While I was pregnant I discovered your channel (and also TabiEats) and I watched a lot of your videos. It really helped me to pull through the loneliness and the impossibility to go outside or to do things. :)
Shinichi , I know this video was several months ago, but don’t ever feel like you are alone when going through a panic attack by yourself. You are never “alone” in this world. It took me years to learn that there are others just like me who suffer from panic attacks . The disorder affects all shapes and sizes. It does not discriminate against anyone at all. One thing that helped me get better is I finally just told myself “I will not let this run my life” ...I will control it...it will not control me. It took me about six months but every time I had an attack, that was my mantra. And as the months went on, my attacks got fewer and fewer. I know at times it seems hopeless but just remember the answer is inside you and the love of those around you. Thanks for sharing something so intimate and personal. Just remember we love and care about you. ~Michelle
Oh, Shinichi. I'm so sorry you have to suffer from this... You are very strong sharing this. This is helping many of us. I truely wish you will feel better and this attack won't come back. Feel invisible hugs from all around the world and sleep well. Here's the one from me oxox
Shinichi hope you are feeling better now.. I agree with the others.. if you are alone again when the attacks come..do go Live. We are here to support you. Hugs
Shinichi...my heart reaches out for you...I wish I could give you a hug. I hope talking helps, but never feel bad about posting. We all love you so we are here for you. Maybe it's the stress from traveling and doing the workshop in NYC that has triggered it?? Stay strong my dear friend. We all got your back. 💜💜💜
**** Shinichi I have it too and one lady told me to go outside even just by the door or the balcony stretch out your arms wide then tilt your head back, close you eyes tightly and take a deep breath in through your nose and slowly blow out of your mouth, in and out, in and out do this a few times and please believe that you will feel better, you might look silly if someone is looking at you but I really do not care, it does work....I sympathize with you :( I hope you feel better.
Shinichi-san - I just wanted to say that I think you are such a beautiful, beautiful person. Your honesty and your spirit shines through. I've just come to this channel but, I've been a fan of Tabieats for a while now. Who needs TV when we have Shinichi and Satoshi! You're an inspiration. Honestly. Wishing you all the very best for the future with your channels and for your health. (OK, Dr Who. We still need TV for Dr Who!).
Hi friend. I have had these panic attacks before so I know the feeling. Thanks for filming so we can support you in a small way. Much love coming your way. Be good to yourself. Do some things that make you feel calm and happy everyday. We love you❤️
Hey man, as a fellow sufferer of anxiety disorder I understand what it's like. Just a trick I use for myself (which might not work for everyone, it's just what I do) I get the biggest, fluffiest pillow I can get my hands on, wrap it with a heating pad or blanket, and hug the absolute crap out of it while closing my eyes and imagining the most comforting person you know is there with you. It takes my mind out of the panic zone long enough for the episode to fully subside. Other trick, if you have a friend who is present who shall we say is on the large side, and is ok with it, have them give ya a prolonged wrap around hug. I'm a big guy myself, and many of the people in my life whom also have episodes call me in to do just that. What can I say, hugs from fat people are the best. We are always the most comforting. Hope things get better for ya.
Shinichi, if you have another panic attack, please remember that people all over the world care about you and send their love to you. Anxiety is awful and attacks so many wonderful people. Hopefully that helps xo
Shinishi....I've suffered from panic attacks all my life....however....back in sept I was hospitalised due to high blood pressure which I know was connected to a couple of things. 1. The anxiety which would pop up now and then 2 eventually my body was crashing due to burn out. I work in child protection and I had worked my self incredibly into the ground the past 18 months. You really need to be careful with your workloads and put boundaries around you and the filming...it's a work life balance. You sound like you have or are burning out and the anxiety is a symptom of that at the moment
I feel for you, man. Thanks for making the video and letting us into this sensitive part of your life. It helps to know that someone is going through similar things to me and understands and I hope showing us helps you too. Much love.
😭😭😭I’m went through what you are recently ! It’s so scary! I can’t explain it to anyone because u feel like they don’t believe me or think I’m just fine! Even though i know intelligently, that it is an attack, it’s no less terrifying and I feel like I’m about to die!
I'm so sorry you go through this! It's a horrible feeling! I understand how you feel! I get panic attacks all the time. Pretty much a daily thing. I know what you mean about it making doing things harder than normal, I work a full time office job so hard for me. I go to urgent care all the time thinking something is seriously wrong. Sometimes walking helps me, I just get too freaked out to sit still. I hope you're feeling much better now!!! Please take care. Love you guys!
As a person with similar issues, it's very brave of you to film this- it can be very personal for some people. Personally I find that little time period from when you take the medication and waiting for it to kick in is the worst for me. Your just waiting for it to start working and your wondering why its not working faster then you wonder if you should take more, you end up getting yourself all in a tisy over it thus making the attack worse. Here's to you friend, there are people who share your pain. Cheers (clinks tea cups)
I remember once I was sitting at my computer by myself and felt a strange pain in my chest...it wasnt something I had experienced before and I thought it was strange. It seemed like the more I thought about it...the worse it was getting. As minutes went by I started getting really scared. I was at home alone and didnt know what to do. I got up to walk into my living room and was convinced that I was having a heart attack. As I got to the couch in my living room i sat down and immediately passed out. When I woke up I was in a cold sweat. One of the scariest things I can remember happening to me. I have never had a panic attack as bad as that since then, but wow...no good! Hope youre able to get to a better place where you arent having as many (or none at all!)
Thank you for sharing something so personal. I think it may help you to focus while you are recording and help those of us who do not know, better understand anxiety and/or panic attacks. Take care, sending hugs and much love from NYC!
