The 5-4-3-2-1 Technique - Refocus, Ground Yourself, and Ease or Prevent a Panic Attack
I first heard about this technique from a woman I dated several years ago. I never forgot it, and since then have heard and read about this technique being used. I have also shared this several times with friends and family members with positive feedback, so I thought I would share it with you. First let's address the fact that panic attacks are annoying, uncomfortable, exhausting and well... absolutely terrifying. Panic attacks can last anywhere between a few seconds to minutes... which then feel like hours. You can feel like you're dying, you can't breathe, your limbs may go numb, or you may feel detached from reality. People can also experience a state of general panic that lasts for days. I have personally experienced all of the above, and this 5-4-3-2-1 technique has been helpful more than enough times. I am not an expert, take this advice as you wish, for some it may be too uncomfortable or weird to do. I will explain each step of the tech...