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What are some of the best ways to calm yourself in during a panic attack?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 17, 2015
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Taking deep breaths during a panic attack can help I suggest breathing in for four seconds holding it for four seconds and letting it out in four seconds
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Profile: heartfulCandy74
heartfulCandy74 on Jul 6, 2015
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Breathe in through your nose for 7 seconds and out through your mouth for 7. Also find a quiet place
Profile: feelthelyricz
feelthelyricz on Nov 23, 2015
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During a panic attack, the best way to calm yourself is to think of a good memory. Think of a time where someone said or did something funny.
Profile: Pandagirl92
Pandagirl92 on Dec 7, 2015
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Focusing on your breath, doing deep breathing. Breathe in for 4 seconds, hold that breath for 4 seconds, and exhale through your mouth for 4 seconds. Repeat this for as long as necessary, don't rush yourself.
Profile: seventyninedays
seventyninedays on Mar 29, 2016
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Remove yourself from the situation for one! I used to go to a library or a quiet street or even a bathroom stall! Then just practise your diaphragm breathing and you should be good to go in no time!
Profile: BlondeSouthernBelle88
BlondeSouthernBelle88 on Apr 11, 2016
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breathe deep and slow, remind yourself that a panic attack can only last as much as a few minutes and also remind yourself that it will pass quickly, say outloud that everything is going to be okay
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on May 30, 2016
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Some ways to calm yourself during a panic attack is to use a stress ball, go out for a spin, take deep breathes, or going swimming or going on hikes with your family or friends.
Profile: LovingCat
LovingCat on Jun 21, 2016
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There are many techniques you can use. There is an app called SAM that is very helpful in those cases, and I personally recommend it. What you can do is try to calm your breathing while doing an exercise called "grounding": you need to find five things you can see, four things you can touch, three things you can hear, two things you can smell, and one thing you can touch. Keep breathing and, as soon as possible, take a hot drink (like chamomile), or even just water. Acknowledge your feelings and consciously shift your focus of attention toward an activity of your choice. You'll notice negative emotions and thought will try to steal your attention back. Notice those thoughts, acknowledge them, and once again gently bring your attention back to your chosen activity. Please, seek support when needed! You can always come here on 7 Cups to talk it out once you have regained calmness, if you want to.
Profile: Lindsaylu
Lindsaylu on Jul 4, 2016
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I don't know if this will help or not but as someone who has experienced panic attacks myself I find listening to music very helpful. If I'm alone I'll blast it as loud as I can and just zone everything else out, it clears my head enough so I'm better able to focus on my breathing so I can calm down. Breathing is a really important thing when it comes to panic attacks, just a simple inhale and then exhale is enough, you want slow deep breathes, and continue this deep breathing until your breathing and heart rate are back to normal.
Profile: SerendipityButterfly
SerendipityButterfly on Sep 26, 2016
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Stop everything. Go outside for some air, or go to the restroom and just lock yourself in there for two minutes. Rinse your face with water, look at yourself in the mirror and tell yourself that you are going to be alright.
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