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I can watch a little of what is going on but only if I remember to keep breathing in a relaxed fashion. I notice my heart is pounding faster, I feel scared, and I feel on hyper alert.
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Cedar, that's an excellent strategy that has helped me manage triggers, flashbacks, and my hypervigilance. Mindfulness is an incredibly useful tool for coping with and reducing our fear and other symptoms. Being able to detach (but not dissociate) somewhat from the experiences helps me feel safer and more in control, which reduces the symptoms and makes them easier to get through.