posted October 25, 2005 12:57 PM         

I lay there, and I can feel my heart beating, and it scares me, which causes my heart to beat faster sometimes, which scares me more. I sometimes think that my heart is just going to stop, which really scares me, because I don't want a thought like that to take root.

Another thing that sometimes happens is I'll stop breathing for a slightly prolonged moment for no reason. When my body remembers to start up again, which is never a long time it just kind of jolts me.

Anyone know anything about this? I can come up with possibilities, but I'm not sure what to blame this on. Could be stress, sleep, caffeine (though I do try to be really good at night), or exercise. I should probably try all of these as remedies. I'm just uninsured at the moment, so I can't go quell my fears at the doctor unfortunately.

(By the way, I was kept up an extra hour last night trying to calm myself down.)

Sue,

posted October 25, 2005 01:08 PM           

it's a form of a panic disorder, that many I know are experiencing
including my daughter
to the point that she stopped breathing, lips blue, etc.
Do not use med's, very bad experience

we must learn what works to calm us down
when this starts to happen, before it gets out of control
do something, get on the computer
do a cross word puzzle
yes, find out from Sue, what techniques to use.

Many are being accelerated, do you hear a resonating in your left ear?
this can cause nausea, and panic disorders
as if you are out of control
it will become easier to deal with
I hope this helps

my daughter has completely recovered
it wasn't easy, but it can be done

posted October 25, 2005 02:51 PM         

There are several strings here at LL that will tell you more about the Bach Flower Essences.

posted October 25, 2005 04:31 PM         

Trillian took the words outta my mouth - Rescue Remedy is excellent.

My hubbie used to suffer from this and I have just asked for his adivce. He says....get up, drink a pint of water, and the immediate effects should go. Take your mind of the heartbeat...maybe listen to music or watch tv and then go back to bed when you are really tired....he just said keep drinking water.

My suggestion AG is to breathe deeply....right hand on the heart chakra and left hand on the solar plexus. Breathe in slowly and hold for 10 if you can....then exhale for 10 seconds if you can....do this as many times as you can.....the breathing should be slow and deliberate!

And then pray for help......always helps for me.

Would you like me to send some reiki for you....and would you mind if I used your photo in msn for this?

Love to you....dont worry....you will be fine...

posted October 25, 2005 06:47 PM         

Where's the heart chakra?

Fortunately we had a power outtage at work today, so I got sent home early. I'm going to take a nap soon. I think that will help....as long as I can get to sleep.

posted October 25, 2005 11:46 PM         

I have panics too I've had them for a year, they're not fun. The most important thing is knowing that you're not going crazy/ and you aren't going to die. This site helped me. http://www.pe2000.com/pan-act.htm

You have to realize thats its a mistimed release of adrenaline, and that it will pass within a few minutes. My best resulsts have been from just comlpetely relaxing all my muscles, breathing OUT very slowly, and telling myself its going to pass very soon.

I'm not sure you want to put your hand on your heart, making yourself more aware of the physiological symptoms may increase your panic. You want to ignore your body as much as possible and focus on something else.

posted October 26, 2005 12:14 AM         

Just to get yourself through the moment, which can be very scary in itself until it passes, try a very basic yoga practice and breathe. Concentrate on the actual taking a breath in and letting it out, focusing on the complete cycle. Just breathe naturally, but the important thing is to focus on taking the breath completely in and then letting it out completely. Let it relax you and do nothing else except breathe.

My yoga instructor is very good, my mind is very active and takes nothing at all for it to race around various useless thoughts, wasting energy. Breathing and staying centered in the moment helps us in every situation in life to stay calm no matter what is happening and go from there.

I've also heard good things about Rescue Remedy. Let us know how you're doing!

posted October 26, 2005 12:40 AM         

I really wouldn't have guessed that diagnosis, but I suppose it makes sense and is correct.

I am in a very stressful point in my life at the moment having caused an accident (No injuries) with implications for not only myself, but for my employer as well.

I appreciate all the help.

posted October 26, 2005 03:39 AM         

Your heart chakra is abve your left breast.....by doing the breathing,it send energy into the heart, thus balancing out any irregularities.....it has really worked for me and others......good luck....

Will send reiki later today....

Love

posted October 26, 2005 03:23 PM         

I spoke to my hubbie again and he said he used to get it a lot when he was stressed, but not now. I do the reiki on him often....and it works.

Oh yeah, if that dont work....do take Lia's advice....never can be too careful......how are you Lia.....hope life is treating you well girl?

Later

love

posted October 26, 2005 06:22 PM         

You can look at pictures one of two ways at LL Photoshop. One is by album, and one is by individual picture. You'd have to find my album. When I get home tonight I'll send you a link.

posted October 26, 2005 07:24 PM         

My breathing seemingly stopping happens while I'm conscious. That's part of what makes it freaky.

Now, I will say that my dad this past year has become narcaleptic. I got to witness it myself this past Christmas. He just spontaneously falls asleep at the drop of a hat. Not when he's driving or anything, but if he has a quiet moment by himself he'll fall asleep fast. He's also quite overweight, had to have a bypass surgury this year, and has pretty severe sleep apnea. He uses a machine to force air when he's sleeping now. Don't know if it relates or not, but feel free to speculate.

posted October 26, 2005 08:51 PM         

How are you feeling?

posted October 27, 2005 12:13 PM         

Did you try the breathing AG.....I feel it helps. My Dad told me that once he read an article in a newspaper about a guy who claims he healed his shrapnel wounds through deep breathing.....Ive never forgotten that.....amazing or what?

Great to hear you feel better.........
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Hi Lia,

How are you girl......oh......didnt I say that before.....maybe you didnt hear me....hope youre well anyway....

Think I am going senile...repeating myself ,must be me age...hehehehehehe

posted October 27, 2005 01:11 PM         

I went and found the link for you.
http://www.communities.ninemsn.com.au/LindalandPhotoShop/acousticgod.msnw

Lialei,

posted October 28, 2005 06:38 AM         

Lia, I am so sorry to hear of your son's illness, and yours too....I hope you both feel better soon.......

Love to all