When the panic attacks come.

Have you ever had any or all of the above happen to you? If so, it's probably an anxiety attack. Good thing is - it's totalllyyy okay. If there's anything I know it's how to navigate and cope when my anxiety attacks come. Let me walk you through how I deal and just maybe it'll help you too:

WHEN YOU FEEL IT COMING:

- I focus on my breath. Count to 3 and do something to immediate distract me, like jump up from my seat, drink ice cold water, or walk around my apartment.

- I try to focus on keeping my breathing steady. I even usually sing to myself if I can. It helps my breathing without really thinking about it.

DURING:

- There's little you can do other than to let the emotions flow.

- I always try to keep myself grounded in some way. Cuddle with my dog or pillow, suck on an ice cube, or my rubber band theory.

AFTER:

- Reflect. Reflect. Reflect. And reward myself! I love a good scoop of butter pecan ice cream whenever I get out of my spells.

Anxiety happens. If you have gone through anything like these, you're not alone.

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