What should I do if I end up crying, and I find myself struggling to breathe?
professionalDeer72
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Mar 15, 2015
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try to sit back, and be aware of where you are, be aware of what surrounds you, what colors you see, what shapes are there, describe them to yourself using as much details as possible ... you'll soon notice a difference in the paste of your breathe. try it out ... it may help you :)
ListenerDakota
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Feb 1, 2016
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If you're in a noisy or busy place, try to excuse yourself. A bathroom will do. If you're at home, just lie/sit down somewhere comfortable. You want to try to lessen feeling overwhelmed. Some people find closing their eyes helps, but I like to focus on something that's simple and plain. Focus on that thing and just breathe. It sounds ridiculous and stereotypical, but breathe. Not too deep, but not too quick either. Just breathe and focus on one of your senses. Don't aggressively push thoughts away or think of them as inherently "bad", just gently push them away, as if you're telling them "not now". Just focus on one small simple thing while breathing, and eventually it might start to feel manageable. Try to reach out if you can, text a friend or chat to someone on here. Things will be ok, you're ok.
GoldenDragonEyes60
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Apr 30, 2015
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In situations like that it's good to stand up, put your hands behind your head (this expands your diaphragm, allowing more air to enter your lungs), and just take deep slow breaths.
Anonymous
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Apr 24, 2015
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If you find yourself struggling to breathe, for any reason, emotional or otherwise, call your local emergency service (911). After doing this, when you are in a good place, consult with a therapist. It sounds like you are experiencing panic attacks - I can't know for sure, so consulting a professional is suggested.
Bluewolf1229
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Nov 12, 2016
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Take Deep slow breaths trying to concentrate on anything other then your problem. play some music cuddle up with a blanket and pillow or even get a hug
Anonymous
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Mar 14, 2016
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calm down and don't panic thats the worst thing to do in the situation, make sure someone is aware and can help you. also take a shower and relive the pain.
Anonymous
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Oct 22, 2016
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Close your eyes and think of blackness, take a deep breath with your stomach moving outward, hold it for 1--2--3--4--and then release it very very slowly over 1---2---3---4---5---6. Do this at least three times. Try to acknowledge what you were feeling and why you were feeling it, Listen to the hypnotic, meditative rainfall at rainymood.com. Breathe deeply and slowly. Love yourself. Tell yourself something good about yourself or your day right away. Think of three funny things. Hug a pillow tightly. There may be preventative measures you can take if this is interfering with your day-to-day life like as-needed anxiety medication or long-term medication options for anxiety or depression.
McHappy
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Apr 10, 2015
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You need to take a deep breathe and calm urself down no matter what it is and y u are crying u just need to breathe
violetPotion
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Feb 15, 2017
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You should imagine yourself drowning under water and when you are trying to get some air, dash to the surface and breathe again. Now it's blissful to breathe. Right?
avanef
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Jan 25, 2017
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I know how you feel with this one. When I cry too much for something it's really hard for me to breath and I just can't think straight. I'd recommend laying down on a cold surface whether that be basement flooring, deck outside or even bathroom tile and that should help your body kind of shock and help you breath. Or just fall asleep, I sometimes do that to help my body kind of calm down during the crying process.
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