How To Cure Panic Attacks Without Medication - Top 10 Tips To Cure Panic Attacks Naturally
Panic attacks can be terrifying experiences that you just don't want to repeat. However, that very fear of having another attack, can actually trigger one! So how do you deal with that?
More and more sufferers are turning to natural treatment methods because drug-based treatments don't really address the underlying causes, plus, they have some really terrible side effects. So here are 10 great tips on how to cure your panic attacks without medication...
10 Tips to Cure Panic Attacks Naturally
1. First, don't expect that you'll beat panic attacks overnight, and accept that you'll have some anxious moments and relapses before you finally beat them. But you will cure your anxiety and panic as long as you are positive and stick with it.
2. Use every panic attack that you suffer as a learning experience that teaches you that you can cope with them, even though you are in a great deal of discomfort. And grasp the key fact that an attack cannot harm you; you're still here right?
3. At the first signs of a panic attack, start to control your breathing using deep, slow breathing, concentrating on using your abdomen, as well as your chest. And focus your mind externally on things around you, rather than on your symptoms.
4. Learn some relaxation and breathing exercises and practise these everyday. By mastering these types of exercises you will reach a point where you will be much more relaxed and confident and more in control of your emotions, thus helping to reduce your anxiety and prevent panic attacks.
5. Get healthy and fit. As with most conditions and illnesses, if you're healthy and fit you are better able to combat them and prevent them. Make sure you're eating healthily, reduce your alcohol and caffeine intake a lot. And stop smoking; period! Do physical exercise daily; get into a routine and get enough sleep.
6. Do everything in your power to improve your self-esteem and get your confidence back. It is known that a strong self-image does lead to a growing belief in oneself and power. This can be both physical (e.g. your appearance) and mental (e.g. you improve your golf game, reach an objective you set yourself, etc.).
7. Learn about homeopathic and herbal remedies for panic attacks and anxiety that work. There are tons out there and they can be found easily online. But before using them, discuss them with your doctor and certified herbalist, etc.
8. In tip 3. above, I gave you two techniques to use during a panic attack. Get to know as many other techniques as you can. With many of these at your disposal, you'll have a much better chance of controlling your attack; reducing it's time span and reducing its intensity. For example re-breathing in a paper bag.
9. Don't hide your condition from your family and friends. By sharing your experiences and your feelings, it's surprising how beneficial this can be, in terms of getting a proper perspective on things, releasing emotions, and, reducing your 'fear' which is critical. And, of course, always consult your doctor.
10. Stay positive always. Remember that the symptoms of a panic attack are just your body's natural reaction to your high anxiety and stress levels being 'misread' by your body's in-built safety mechanism as you being in physical danger. But you aren't, it's just a mistake. It's a medical fact that a panic attack cannot harm you. So accept an attack for what it is and meet it head-on.
As you can see, and it shouldn't be surprising given that we are looking at an emotional condition, a real cure is all about you, and how you face up to your condition. Only you can get rid of this horrible affliction. But you need help of course...
And the most critical aspect, as I mentioned earlier, is to eliminate your 'fear' (which can be unconscious or conscious) of another panic attack. If you don't do this, then anything else you attempt is almost doomed to failure, because fear alone can trigger an attack.
More and more sufferers are turning to natural treatment methods because drug-based treatments don't really address the underlying causes, plus, they have some really terrible side effects. So here are 10 great tips on how to cure your panic attacks without medication...
10 Tips to Cure Panic Attacks Naturally
1. First, don't expect that you'll beat panic attacks overnight, and accept that you'll have some anxious moments and relapses before you finally beat them. But you will cure your anxiety and panic as long as you are positive and stick with it.
2. Use every panic attack that you suffer as a learning experience that teaches you that you can cope with them, even though you are in a great deal of discomfort. And grasp the key fact that an attack cannot harm you; you're still here right?
3. At the first signs of a panic attack, start to control your breathing using deep, slow breathing, concentrating on using your abdomen, as well as your chest. And focus your mind externally on things around you, rather than on your symptoms.
4. Learn some relaxation and breathing exercises and practise these everyday. By mastering these types of exercises you will reach a point where you will be much more relaxed and confident and more in control of your emotions, thus helping to reduce your anxiety and prevent panic attacks.
5. Get healthy and fit. As with most conditions and illnesses, if you're healthy and fit you are better able to combat them and prevent them. Make sure you're eating healthily, reduce your alcohol and caffeine intake a lot. And stop smoking; period! Do physical exercise daily; get into a routine and get enough sleep.
6. Do everything in your power to improve your self-esteem and get your confidence back. It is known that a strong self-image does lead to a growing belief in oneself and power. This can be both physical (e.g. your appearance) and mental (e.g. you improve your golf game, reach an objective you set yourself, etc.).
7. Learn about homeopathic and herbal remedies for panic attacks and anxiety that work. There are tons out there and they can be found easily online. But before using them, discuss them with your doctor and certified herbalist, etc.
8. In tip 3. above, I gave you two techniques to use during a panic attack. Get to know as many other techniques as you can. With many of these at your disposal, you'll have a much better chance of controlling your attack; reducing it's time span and reducing its intensity. For example re-breathing in a paper bag.
9. Don't hide your condition from your family and friends. By sharing your experiences and your feelings, it's surprising how beneficial this can be, in terms of getting a proper perspective on things, releasing emotions, and, reducing your 'fear' which is critical. And, of course, always consult your doctor.
10. Stay positive always. Remember that the symptoms of a panic attack are just your body's natural reaction to your high anxiety and stress levels being 'misread' by your body's in-built safety mechanism as you being in physical danger. But you aren't, it's just a mistake. It's a medical fact that a panic attack cannot harm you. So accept an attack for what it is and meet it head-on.
As you can see, and it shouldn't be surprising given that we are looking at an emotional condition, a real cure is all about you, and how you face up to your condition. Only you can get rid of this horrible affliction. But you need help of course...
And the most critical aspect, as I mentioned earlier, is to eliminate your 'fear' (which can be unconscious or conscious) of another panic attack. If you don't do this, then anything else you attempt is almost doomed to failure, because fear alone can trigger an attack.
