[summerblueskies]

I think I need to slow down and take a break sometimes in the middle of the day. Today I had a late morning class and then an evening class later. I was thinking about going back home and taking a nap in between. But instead I walked around all day doing errands, or looking up things online. Later I was eating, I suddenly felt terribly nauseous. So I sprinted to the bathroom but I threw up a couple times on the way. Right in front of people trying to eat dinner too! I covered my mouth but threw up on my sleeve. omg I was so embarrassed. Not to mention the whole bus ride home hoping I didn't smell too bad. At first I thought I ate something bad (I have food allergies) but I doubt it really was that, because I only ate things I had had before. I didn't think I was very stressed today until that incident. I don't know if anyone else can relate to this, but sometimes I don't realize how high my anxiety level actually is till I have a panic attack, or suddenly feel like I'm going to be sick! I just have days where I feel very ambitious to do a lot of things, but at the same time, it gets overwhelming after a while. If that makes sense haha. Anyway I really hope this does not happen again and I feel very ashamed about it

[glok]

Hello, summerblueskies. Things happen that are out of your control. When did you last have a physical?

My therapist gave me a card with these coping tips. They take some practice but have been helpful.

Coping With Anxiety and Panic

1. Remember, feelings of panic are just exaggerations of normal bodily stress reactions.
2. Sensations are neither harmful nor dangerous - just unpleasant. Nothing worse will happen.
3. Anxiety is temporary. Instead of fighting it, relax into it. Just let it be.*
4. Focus on facing the fear rather than trying to avoid it or escape from it.
5. Stop adding to the panic with frightening thoughts of where panic will lead.
6. Stay in the present. Be aware of what is happening to you rather than concern yourself with how much worse it might get.
7. Notice that when you stop adding to panic with frightening thoughts, the fear begins to fade.
8. Wait and give the fear time to pass.
9. Look around you. Plan what you will do next as the panic subsides.
10. When you are ready to go on, do so in an easy, relaxed manner. There is no hurry.
11. Think about the progress made so far despite all the difficulties.
*Breathe

I wish you well.

Hey Summerblueskies,

Sorry to hear that has happened to you I get overwhelmed by tasks set to practice dealing with the anxiety, but hardly ever to the point of being sick.

Did you manage to get help from somebody? I would not feel bad it is not your fault, -getting out there and doing things, that is so commendable.

[summerblueskies]

Originally Posted by fembot067

Hey Summerblueskies,

Sorry to hear that has happened to you I get overwhelmed by tasks set to practice dealing with the anxiety, but hardly ever to the point of being sick.

Did you manage to get help from somebody? I would not feel bad it is not your fault, -getting out there and doing things, that is so commendable.

I usually didn't throw up when nervous, its a recent thing. I know, I cant help if I upchuck lol, but seeing the disgusted expressions was what really made me feel bad. I have faced a ton of triggers since I got here (to the university) like driving at night, crowds, being alone, and a lot of changes all at once, yet my anxiety attacks have been minimal. Looks like I just really needed a change )

Originally Posted by summerblueskies

I usually didn't throw up when nervous, its a recent thing. I know, I cant help if I upchuck lol, but seeing the disgusted expressions was what really made me feel bad. I have faced a ton of triggers since I got here (to the university) like driving at night, crowds, being alone, and a lot of changes all at once, yet my anxiety attacks have been minimal. Looks like I just really needed a change )

I find that people can be disgusted by the most natural things, feeling sick, toileting, not showering, sexual things (guilty of that one), when did we lose touch of natural human things.

Ah, university, yep I completely empathise with you on that one, but you can battle through it I personally feel like achievements of getting on a course and enduring university for people who have anxiety issues, is overlooked as a commendable thing.

Pat yourself on the back for the things you did that day whether it was small to someone else so what stuff them, it's about how you can finding coping skills and enjoy your entitled time there.

Some days might be crap, but hey, you have another thing to deal which some people do not understand or feel shady about, that's anxiety.

Perhaps some coping skills and distractions might just be learned by accident- all else fails hit the library.

The recreational sports/fitness/wellbeing stuff you are doing might take the edge off your nerves whilst studying and socialising.

Hugs it is daunting you will be alright x

[summerblueskies]

Originally Posted by fembot067

I find that people can be disgusted by the most natural things, feeling sick, toileting, not showering, sexual things (guilty of that one), when did we lose touch of natural human things.

Ah, university, yep I completely empathise with you on that one, but you can battle through it I personally feel like achievements of getting on a course and enduring university for people who have anxiety issues, is overlooked as a commendable thing.

Pat yourself on the back for the things you did that day whether it was small to someone else so what stuff them, it's about how you can finding coping skills and enjoy your entitled time there.

Some days might be crap, but hey, you have another thing to deal which some people do not understand or feel shady about, that's anxiety.

Perhaps some coping skills and distractions might just be learned by accident- all else fails hit the library.

The recreational sports/fitness/wellbeing stuff you are doing might take the edge off your nerves whilst studying and socialising.

Hugs it is daunting you will be alright x

Thanks for the hugs With that incident aside, I feel like I am doing really well for myself here! yes I do go to the library a lot lol, when I feel like I need some peace and quiet. I am sure walking is good for me too, I hear it burns up cortisol, which is a stress hormone.

[alicetailor]

You will be better off if you stay calm for a while, from within. Focus on yourself, get distance, read books, listen to music. Talk to someone whom you are more close to. You need some support from your close ones and trust me, soon you will overcome your anxiety attacks.

Originally Posted by summerblueskies

Thanks for the hugs With that incident aside, I feel like I am doing really well for myself here! yes I do go to the library a lot lol, when I feel like I need some peace and quiet. I am sure walking is good for me too, I hear it burns up cortisol, which is a stress hormone.

That is amazing to hear, i'm so glad you're doing well and embracing it all, that's the way to do it

Wow thanks for telling me, I will try that out, one thing I wish i'd managed to do at uni was create a routine which would prevent stress and anxiety and it never worked, so i'm glad that you're doing it! Woohoo

[summerblueskies]

Originally Posted by fembot067

That is amazing to hear, i'm so glad you're doing well and embracing it all, that's the way to do it

Wow thanks for telling me, I will try that out, one thing I wish i'd managed to do at uni was create a routine which would prevent stress and anxiety and it never worked, so i'm glad that you're doing it! Woohoo

I figure that working on time management will help me the most. The times I remember feeling the most stressed and panicked in school was when I hadn't studied, or had a big project due the next day that I hadn't started. So now I learned from my mistakes lol

[summerblueskies]

Originally Posted by alicetailor

You will be better off if you stay calm for a while, from within. Focus on yourself, get distance, read books, listen to music. Talk to someone whom you are more close to. You need some support from your close ones and trust me, soon you will overcome your anxiety attacks.

I know but with a hectic schedule always running to and from classes and errands, it can be so hard to find that inner peace again. I just do the best I can. Reading is great, I know that I always get so caught up in the story that I can't feel anxious (except for the fate of my favorite characters )