Dealing With Panic Attacks

My Third Vlog! All about dealing with panic attacks!
HUGE thank you to every person who contributed to this vlog, you're all wonderful
Here are the tips in list form!
- Know your triggers! (but don't avoid them!)
- 'Be okay' - app
- 'Panic shield' app
- Sprays and herbal meds! (i use; www.boots.com/b... ....... and .........www.kalmsrange...)
- Embrace it! Ride the wave! 'don't ask WHY this is happening, but ask WHAT is happening and HOW am i going to respond?'
- Take yourself out of the situation momentarily, go outside or to a less crowded room
- Have someone you can call or talk to - 'Anxiety held in holds more power'
- Cold water on your wrists
- Sing a calming song, or in your head if you can't sing out loud right now!
- Calming smells, bottle of lavender or incense stick in your bag
- Ride the storm - use the energy!
- Fake it til you make it!
- Medications (PLEASE do your research thoroughly before you take)
- Animal cuddles!
- Have a few tips ready for yourself. e.g how to leave a situation
- 5 things you can see, 4 you can feel, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste!
Helping someone during a panic attack;
- Try to stay calm! It can be a scary experience for you too!
- Try not to tell them to 'calm down' or 'not think about it'
- Try not to make assumptions on their behalf
- Try to help them calm their breathing
- Subtly change the conversation