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Conquering Your Panic Attack Inside a Car

By Garyl Hany

Are you tired of the sweating, chilling, and rapid heartbeat while driving? Are you tired of the way panic attack hinders your life? Don't be. The mind is a very powerful tool and it can conquer anything. However, it is complex to understand and it may cause imaginary fear and pain. Since it is part of you, you can program it to stop feeling afraid without medication if you chose to.

Panic attack is far more powerful that anxiety attack or the repulsive feeling that is normally linked with fear, agitation, or being worried. Panic attack strikes without giving any warning. It happens when you feel a sudden blow of such a great fear.

Panic attacks don't happen abruptly. In fact, from the moment you enter your car, the panic attack is already creeping its way out of your body. You might felt a little sweating and chills. You might not notice it but your anxiety level is already increasing gradually. The anxiety level will increase dramatically especially if you have a lot of fears that are associated to cars and roads. If you don't handle it immediately, you will pop like a bubble.

Try to understand your body reaction and if you notice some signs of panic attack, stop for a while and do a little relaxation exercises. If possible, stop near some trees so the air is much fresher. Open your window and breath fresh air so that there is enough oxygen for your brain to function normally. Do deep breathing for at least 5 minutes or if you think the symptoms are gone.

Aside from deep breathing, tell your mind that everything would be okay. There is nothing to worry about and you are safe. Positive affirmations help a lot. It will lessen your anxiety level and help you cope up from your condition. Like what some people say, positive minds open safer and clearer roads.

Finally, a little distraction might help. Entertain yourself while on the road. Turn on the music and think about the people waiting for you at the end of your journey. On the road, you can listen to a close friend or family's voice. As an alternative, listen to a professional voice. - 26706

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