Guest guest Report post Posted November 22, 2006 hi Ariana i suffered from extreme panic attacks before and after my daughter was born, i was on heavy sedatives and seeing 2 shrinks 3 times a week, it was so bad i coulnt go out in public. nor could i be on my own, one day i realised i was addicted to the pills so i flushed them all down the toilet and stopped going to the shrinks, i was bad for about 2 weeks but i kept telling myself im 20 years old im not a child anymore if i could survive 24 hours of labour im defintly not going to give into anxiety. my point is - it is all in your head there is nothing wrong with you panic attacks are a form of self preservation and they manifest themselves in times of great stress when youre mind cant handle it anymore so youre body takes over, isolate the source of your anxiety and work from there, and when you feel a attack comming on, busy youre mind i found that talking a walk around my house while counting in 3's backwards took my mind of it, and now i only have a attack very rarely and i can control it hope this has helped you regards TARA raenstic <raenstic Monday, November 20, 2006 11:00:15 PM Panic Attacks Since I have had my baby in January, I seem to havemajor panic attacks/anxiety. I ad to leave my job b/c I just couldn't function properly. I have had my heart checked, my gallbladder removed, and have een put on antianxiety meds. I don't take them b/c I don't like the way they make me feel. I'm only 27, but I feel as if I'm 97. Does anyone have any help or suggestions? Anything would be greatly appreciated. Ariana Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 23, 2006 If I may, please, comment, Ariana- With a history of anxiety/panic disorder, I have done alot of research on Anxiety/Panic, which can be crippling conditions. There are several different underlying causes for the disorder(s)-not always " in your head " ... no offense to Tara who said that...although that is one possibility..you will know if that scenario applies to you, if you can pinpoint a psychological trigger for your condition. If you cannot, there is strong indication for physical changes in your brain and body's chemistry.. There is also the potential issue of hormone imbalance-which can throw off the delicate chemical balances in the brain. I am leaning towards this possibility for you, but since I am not a physician and this will need to be confirmed by your doctor, anyone that attempts to diagnose without credentials, you should run the other way and find someone who is qualified to make those determinations. You don't want to end up either doing things that don't work, or worse, causes some kind of adverse reaction. Having made that disclaimer statement.. here's my take on it: There is the possibility of past trauma, surfacing now, since your baby was born. Another reason is you may have developed sensitivities to certain foods which are tipping your body's chemistries. There is also a link between depression and anxiety-if you experienced post partum blues, for instance, you may have a connection to anxiety-which can lead to panic disorder. Feeling overwhelmed as a new mom may have set the stage for anxiety...and from there, sometimes the body just can't turn off the switch. At any rate, I think the " all in your head " explanation is just a little too simplified from what I have learned. It ends in your head, it doesn't start there. Having said that, there are several options available to you. You may need to try different methods until you find one or two or three that work for you, so be patient with yourself as you work through this. There is no one right answer, but there are ways and means to cope. This is where your will comes in. Since you are here, I'm sure it's because you are sick and tired (and tired always follows sick) of feeling out of control. _Been there_ so first things, first. Some basic things that you can begin with: Be firm with yourself that you are not going to give into these attacks. Take time out to nuture yourself, take charge by doing some things just for you...ie: Excersize. I find that a thirty-fifty minute daily walk at a fairly challenging pace helps to clear the mind, steady the nerves, increase metabolism rate, and fights depression; not to mention the more obvious health benefits. Eat well. Watch your diet. Cut back or eliminate the bad for you stuff-increase fruits and vegetables, especially dark green leafy, which contain vital nutrients for good health. If you're not already doing so, look into taking good supplements, especially get enough magnesium and Vitamin D, which help to metabolize vitamins and calcium. Drink 8 glasses of clear water-if your water lacks proper minerals, (bottled water should contain 7.0-9.5+ mineral content-then add one half capful of E-Lyte to each glass of water you drinnk-available online-google it). If your condition is due to poor nutrition, this will help. Dark chocolate (if you're not allergic), at 70% cocoa, will also lift the mood. ;-) But eat only one square or one ounce a day at most. I eat one square about three days a week. I avoid whites-bread, pasta, cow's milk, etc. Why torture myself with foods that I'm sensitive to? I feel better, physically, and that helps combat the anxiety. Sing. Even if you sing off-key and send the pets under the beds to hide..SING. The very act of singing helps to set your mind in a calmer place. Sing when you're not having attacks and sing louder when you are. Laugh. Laughing is magical in it's chemistry. Even if you fake it til you feel it, doing it causes the mind to " feel happy. " Feeling happy can break the chains that bind you to anxiety/depression and panic. Meditation is highly effective and yet, still under-rated in the western world.You can learn meditation methods over the net for zero cost. Just google it and choose what sings to your heart. Just practicing meditation will help break that connection between your flight or fight response and the mis-firing of chemicals in your brain. (I say, misfiring-it could be a lack of serotonin during anxious moments). There are also some thyroid conditions that can make anxiety disorder worse. You may wish to have it tested/checked by your regular doc, just in case. The good news is, anxiety/panic disorder is treatable, and manageable with the right combination of things. Be sure to get enough rest-yes, I know this is difficult with a baby in the house, but crucial to your functioning..having raised three daughters, I have a few tricks up my sleeve on getting enough rest...;-) If you need more information/tips, let me know-happy to help! I was on generic Xanax for 19 months, during this last bout..almost daily. I had been there before in 1990, and managed after four months of it that time to get it under control..went on, no problem, until Dec 2004, when, after a hysterectomy, in June of that year, the problem resurfaced, with a vengence... . My (regular) doctor didn't help me get to the bottom of the cause; but rather, just kept renewing the Rx for Xanax. While this is an effective (meant to be temporary) treatment, it did help with the attacks, but it wasn't the long term answer. Of course, I was not getting to the bottom of WHY and this bothered me. I think discovering the WHY will help you know WHAT to do. Not always easy to find the root cause: may never know for sure. But you can take some steps that should generally help. Once you break the cycle of having attacks, your body/mind gets the message that the danger (or preceived danger) is passed and you begin to relax. I use a combination of these methods and happily report, it's been three weeks since I last took any medication for the anxiety/panic disorder. I hope I've shared something here that helps you or anyone else out there who finds this message. I know all too well, the mania of feeling completely out of control, hopeless and helpless, at the mercy of sheer terror. " The only thing to fear, is fear itself. " This quote is so true! Feel free to contact me if you think I may be of further assistance. Best wishes, Powitree powitree NM Tara Van Rensburg <tara_vanrensburg wrote: hi Ariana i suffered from extreme panic attacks before and after my daughter was born, i was on heavy sedatives and seeing 2 shrinks 3 times a week, it was so bad i coulnt go out in public. nor could i be on my own, one day i realised i was addicted to the pills so i flushed them all down the toilet and stopped going to the shrinks, i was bad for about 2 weeks but i kept telling myself im 20 years old im not a child anymore if i could survive 24 hours of labour im defintly not going to give into anxiety. my point is - it is all in your head there is nothing wrong with you panic attacks are a form of self preservation and they manifest themselves in times of great stress when youre mind cant handle it anymore so youre body takes over, isolate the source of your anxiety and work from there, and when you feel a attack comming on, busy youre mind i found that talking a walk around my house while counting in 3's backwards took my mind of it, and now i only have a attack very rarely and i can control it hope this has helped you regards TARA raenstic <raenstic Monday, November 20, 2006 11:00:15 PM Panic Attacks Since I have had my baby in January, I seem to havemajor panic attacks/anxiety. I ad to leave my job b/c I just couldn't function properly. I have had my heart checked, my gallbladder removed, and have een put on antianxiety meds. I don't take them b/c I don't like the way they make me feel. I'm only 27, but I feel as if I'm 97. Does anyone have any help or suggestions? Anything would be greatly appreciated. Ariana Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 23, 2006 Panic attacks after childbirth can also be a sign of depleted adrenaline, rather than an excess of it. The hormonal system needs to be returned to balance. What are you doing to achieve that? Ien in the Kootenays http://freegreenliving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 25, 2006 I actually didn't have an attack until after my OB/GYN put me on Depo Provera. It was about one week after my very frst shot that I got my first attack. So, I think the Depo completely put my hormonal balanceout of whack, and I don't know how to get it back to normal. I also went thru at least a year of depression after my first child's birth. Thnks for all the suggestions from everybody. Ariana > Panic attacks after childbirth can also be a sign > of depleted adrenaline, rather than an excess > of it. > > The hormonal system needs to be returned to > balance. > > What are you doing to achieve that? > > > Ien in the Kootenays > http://freegreenliving.com > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 26, 2006 My panic attacks were also caused by a hormonal imbalance after the birth of my second child. The doctor was having difficulty finding a pill that I didn't have breakthrough bleeding with and had changed my pill 3 times in 4 months. As I have gotten older and entered the perimenopausal phase, the panic attacks/anxiety along with all sorts of other problems i.e. migraines, night sweats, etc. returned. I began taken Estroven, a blend of several natural herbs and vitamins about 4 years ago. It has literally changed my life. All of the symptoms are under control and I no longer suffer unless I run out and stay off the Estroven for any length of time. Estroven can be found in most pharmacy departments over the counter and I have found that the less costly generic versions at CVS and Wal- Mart are just effective. , " raenstic " <raenstic wrote: > > I actually didn't have an attack until after my OB/GYN put me on Depo > Provera. It was about one week after my very frst shot that I got my > first attack. So, I think the Depo completely put my hormonal > balanceout of whack, and I don't know how to get it back to normal. > I also went thru at least a year of depression after my first child's > birth. Thnks for all the suggestions from everybody. > Ariana > > Panic attacks after childbirth can also be a sign > > of depleted adrenaline, rather than an excess > > of it. > > > > The hormonal system needs to be returned to > > balance. > > > > What are you doing to achieve that? > > > > > > Ien in the Kootenays > > http://freegreenliving.com > > > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 26, 2006 Numerous comments on the Power-Surge message board suggest that panic attacks tend to surface or increase during perimenopause. I know they did for me. This suggests that hormonal factors can play a major, if not causative, role. Avalon , " raenstic " <raenstic wrote: > > I actually didn't have an attack until after my OB/GYN put me on Depo > Provera. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 26, 2006 hi susan not to worry no offence taken i went under hypnosis to discover my trigger for panic attacks it was not pleasant but it helped ive also heard that if you have thyriod problems it could manefest panis attacks regards tara Susan <powitree Thursday, November 23, 2006 6:39:05 PM Re: Panic Attacks If I may, please, comment, Ariana- With a history of anxiety/panic disorder, I have done alot of research on Anxiety/Panic, which can be crippling conditions. There are several different underlying causes for the disorder(s)- not always " in your head " ... no offense to Tara who said that...although that is one possibility. .you will know if that scenario applies to you, if you can pinpoint a psychological trigger for your condition. If you cannot, there is strong indication for physical changes in your brain and body's chemistry.. There is also the potential issue of hormone imbalance-which can throw off the delicate chemical balances in the brain. I am leaning towards this possibility for you, but since I am not a physician and this will need to be confirmed by your doctor, anyone that attempts to diagnose without credentials, you should run the other way and find someone who is qualified to make those determinations. You don't want to end up either doing things that don't work, or worse, causes some kind of adverse reaction. Having made that disclaimer statement.. here's my take on it: There is the possibility of past trauma, surfacing now, since your baby was born. Another reason is you may have developed sensitivities to certain foods which are tipping your body's chemistries. There is also a link between depression and anxiety-if you experienced post partum blues, for instance, you may have a connection to anxiety-which can lead to panic disorder. Feeling overwhelmed as a new mom may have set the stage for anxiety...and from there, sometimes the body just can't turn off the switch. At any rate, I think the " all in your head " explanation is just a little too simplified from what I have learned. It ends in your head, it doesn't start there. Having said that, there are several options available to you. You may need to try different methods until you find one or two or three that work for you, so be patient with yourself as you work through this. There is no one right answer, but there are ways and means to cope. This is where your will comes in. Since you are here, I'm sure it's because you are sick and tired (and tired always follows sick) of feeling out of control. _Been there_ so first things, first. Some basic things that you can begin with: Be firm with yourself that you are not going to give into these attacks. Take time out to nuture yourself, take charge by doing some things just for you...ie: Excersize. I find that a thirty-fifty minute daily walk at a fairly challenging pace helps to clear the mind, steady the nerves, increase metabolism rate, and fights depression; not to mention the more obvious health benefits. Eat well. Watch your diet. Cut back or eliminate the bad for you stuff-increase fruits and vegetables, especially dark green leafy, which contain vital nutrients for good health. If you're not already doing so, look into taking good supplements, especially get enough magnesium and Vitamin D, which help to metabolize vitamins and calcium. Drink 8 glasses of clear water-if your water lacks proper minerals, (bottled water should contain 7.0-9.5+ mineral content-then add one half capful of E-Lyte to each glass of water you drinnk-available online-google it). If your condition is due to poor nutrition, this will help. Dark chocolate (if you're not allergic), at 70% cocoa, will also lift the mood. ;-) But eat only one square or one ounce a day at most. I eat one square about three days a week. I avoid whites-bread, pasta, cow's milk, etc. Why torture myself with foods that I'm sensitive to? I feel better, physically, and that helps combat the anxiety. Sing. Even if you sing off-key and send the pets under the beds to hide..SING. The very act of singing helps to set your mind in a calmer place. Sing when you're not having attacks and sing louder when you are. Laugh. Laughing is magical in it's chemistry. Even if you fake it til you feel it, doing it causes the mind to " feel happy. " Feeling happy can break the chains that bind you to anxiety/depression and panic. Meditation is highly effective and yet, still under-rated in the western world.You can learn meditation methods over the net for zero cost. Just google it and choose what sings to your heart. Just practicing meditation will help break that connection between your flight or fight response and the mis-firing of chemicals in your brain. (I say, misfiring-it could be a lack of serotonin during anxious moments). There are also some thyroid conditions that can make anxiety disorder worse. You may wish to have it tested/checked by your regular doc, just in case. The good news is, anxiety/panic disorder is treatable, and manageable with the right combination of things. Be sure to get enough rest-yes, I know this is difficult with a baby in the house, but crucial to your functioning. .having raised three daughters, I have a few tricks up my sleeve on getting enough rest...;-) If you need more information/ tips, let me know-happy to help! I was on generic Xanax for 19 months, during this last bout..almost daily. I had been there before in 1990, and managed after four months of it that time to get it under control..went on, no problem, until Dec 2004, when, after a hysterectomy, in June of that year, the problem resurfaced, with a vengence... . My (regular) doctor didn't help me get to the bottom of the cause; but rather, just kept renewing the Rx for Xanax. While this is an effective (meant to be temporary) treatment, it did help with the attacks, but it wasn't the long term answer. Of course, I was not getting to the bottom of WHY and this bothered me. I think discovering the WHY will help you know WHAT to do. Not always easy to find the root cause: may never know for sure. But you can take some steps that should generally help. Once you break the cycle of having attacks, your body/mind gets the message that the danger (or preceived danger) is passed and you begin to relax. I use a combination of these methods and happily report, it's been three weeks since I last took any medication for the anxiety/panic disorder. I hope I've shared something here that helps you or anyone else out there who finds this message. I know all too well, the mania of feeling completely out of control, hopeless and helpless, at the mercy of sheer terror. " The only thing to fear, is fear itself. " This quote is so true! Feel free to contact me if you think I may be of further assistance. Best wishes, Powitree powitree NM Tara Van Rensburg <tara_vanrensburg@ > wrote: hi Ariana i suffered from extreme panic attacks before and after my daughter was born, i was on heavy sedatives and seeing 2 shrinks 3 times a week, it was so bad i coulnt go out in public. nor could i be on my own, one day i realised i was addicted to the pills so i flushed them all down the toilet and stopped going to the shrinks, i was bad for about 2 weeks but i kept telling myself im 20 years old im not a child anymore if i could survive 24 hours of labour im defintly not going to give into anxiety. my point is - it is all in your head there is nothing wrong with you panic attacks are a form of self preservation and they manifest themselves in times of great stress when youre mind cant handle it anymore so youre body takes over, isolate the source of your anxiety and work from there, and when you feel a attack comming on, busy youre mind i found that talking a walk around my house while counting in 3's backwards took my mind of it, and now i only have a attack very rarely and i can control it hope this has helped you regards TARA raenstic <raenstic > Monday, November 20, 2006 11:00:15 PM Panic Attacks Since I have had my baby in January, I seem to havemajor panic attacks/anxiety. I ad to leave my job b/c I just couldn't function properly. I have had my heart checked, my gallbladder removed, and have een put on antianxiety meds. I don't take them b/c I don't like the way they make me feel. I'm only 27, but I feel as if I'm 97. Does anyone have any help or suggestions? Anything would be greatly appreciated. Ariana Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 28, 2006 , " raenstic " <raenstic wrote: > > Since I have had my baby in January, I seem to havemajor panic > attacks/anxiety. I ad to leave my job b/c I just couldn't function > properly. I have had my heart checked, my gallbladder removed, and > have een put on antianxiety meds. I don't take them b/c I don't like > the way they make me feel. I'm only 27, but I feel as if I'm 97. Does > anyone have any help or suggestions? Anything would be greatly > appreciated. > Ariana > **************************** Hello, Maybe this guide to eliminating anxiety and pain attacks can help you! Eliminate Anxiety and Panic Attacks http://strmbank.joesy.hop.clickbank.net (if link is not active copy and paste into address bar) Have a great day, David Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 29, 2006 dear ariana i too had similar attacks 3 years ago. my b/p used to fall down suddenly with profuse sweating all over the body. i had my " Tilt-table-test " done. the medical name given to my problem was given as " Neuro Cardiac Syncope " . after that i was advised to meet one doctor at hyderabad who has put me on one tablet " serta " , (Sertaline Hydrochloride) which has done wonders. for last 3 years i am attack free. should u need any details of the doc, shall forward you his email id and cell no on hearing from you. good luck srinivas c s bzoozzoo <bzoozzoo wrote: , " raenstic " <raenstic wrote: > > Since I have had my baby in January, I seem to havemajor panic > attacks/anxiety. I ad to leave my job b/c I just couldn't function > properly. I have had my heart checked, my gallbladder removed, and > have een put on antianxiety meds. I don't take them b/c I don't like > the way they make me feel. I'm only 27, but I feel as if I'm 97. Does > anyone have any help or suggestions? Anything would be greatly > appreciated. > Ariana > **************************** Hello, Maybe this guide to eliminating anxiety and pain attacks can help you! Eliminate Anxiety and Panic Attacks http://strmbank.joesy.hop.clickbank.net (if link is not active copy and paste into address bar) Have a great day, David Access over 1 million songs - Music Unlimited. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 29, 2006 Ariana: Postpartum depression is a strong possibility and not that all uncommon. There are several types. Put " emotional.healthcentersonline.com " in your search bar for a wealth of information. Take time for you! Helen , " bzoozzoo " <bzoozzoo wrote: > > , " raenstic " <raenstic@> > wrote: > > > > Since I have had my baby in January, I seem to havemajor panic > > attacks/anxiety. I ad to leave my job b/c I just couldn't function > > properly. I have had my heart checked, my gallbladder removed, and > > have een put on antianxiety meds. I don't take them b/c I don't > like > > the way they make me feel. I'm only 27, but I feel as if I'm 97. > Does > > anyone have any help or suggestions? Anything would be greatly > > appreciated. > > Ariana > > > **************************** > Hello, > > Maybe this guide to eliminating anxiety and pain attacks can help > you! > Eliminate Anxiety and Panic Attacks > http://strmbank.joesy.hop.clickbank.net > (if link is not active copy and paste into address bar) > Have a great day, > David > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 30, 2006 Ariana, Form personal experience, I have discovered that panic attacks can be caused by a hormonal change in the body. Like pregnancy and birth, my panic attacks began as I neared menopause-all are hormone related. I am able to keep my attacks under wrap thanks to the use of breathing techniques and Reiki. As soon as I feel the onset of an attack (and if you haven't already you should be able to become aware of the subtle clues that tell you an attack is eminent), I immediately begin breathing deeply and slowly and using Reiki, I allow the panic to 'wash' over my body and then leave. This keeps the attacks down to only one or two minutes now-a huge improvement. As the hormones in your body begin to regulate themselves again, you will notice the panic attacks leaving. To balance your hormones, I would suggest visiting a Body Talk practitioner who can 'rewire' your body. I am just planning on riding my few attacks out without drugs because I know that once I am through menopause, everything will be once again in perfect divine order. PS. If you are not a Reiki Level One practitioner and would like to become one, I will happily send you the Reiki Level One attunement for me. And that goes for anyone else who is reading this post. It is my 'gift' to you. Love and Light Francine Milford www.ReikiCenterofVenice.com , " helen_1947_slaughter " <helen_1947_slaughter wrote: > > Ariana: Postpartum depression is a strong possibility and not that > all uncommon. There are several types. > Put " emotional.healthcentersonline.com " in your search bar for a > wealth of information. Take time for you! Helen > > , " bzoozzoo " <bzoozzoo@> > wrote: > > > > , " raenstic " <raenstic@> > > wrote: > > > > > > Since I have had my baby in January, I seem to havemajor panic > > > attacks/anxiety. I ad to leave my job b/c I just couldn't > function > > > properly. I have had my heart checked, my gallbladder removed, > and > > > have een put on antianxiety meds. I don't take them b/c I don't > > like > > > the way they make me feel. I'm only 27, but I feel as if I'm > 97. > > Does > > > anyone have any help or suggestions? Anything would be greatly > > > appreciated. > > > Ariana > > > > > **************************** > > Hello, > > > > Maybe this guide to eliminating anxiety and pain attacks can help > > you! > > Eliminate Anxiety and Panic Attacks > > http://strmbank.joesy.hop.clickbank.net > > (if link is not active copy and paste into address bar) > > Have a great day, > > David > > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted December 1, 2006 ---yes suggestions spiritual/reiki healing hypnotherapy some info Spiritual Healing /Reiki healing Spiritual healing/ reiki to many people conjures up so many images and meanings, for those who do not know what it is all about, all that I would ask is that you approach the subject with an open unprejudiced mind and with a wish to explore and evaluate the evidence carefully and properly. It is hoped with such an attitude truth will prevail and misconceptions from misguided people will be put in their rightful place. From the outset it must be clearly understood that we live on a planet of causes and effects, every thing seen on this planet has a cause and an effect. We live in and are surrounded by all sorts of effects like wind blowing from the north or a light shining from a star or a leaf growing on a tree or wealth, health,suffering,Happiness,Love,Sound,lightning,Music in fact everything we see, feel, touch, smell, all have causes. Magic is the name simply applied to happenings where no obvious cause can be seen, at least to some of those witnessing it.As you can easily appreciate no effect is without a cause. We are know witnessing one of the great turnings in our century where old healing practises are re-emerging such as Reiki healing, Colour healing, Seichim, Spiritual healing, Osteopathy, Massage and many others. Some of these are thousands of years old, Spiritual healing/reiki is one of those. It is exactly the same kind of energy used by Jesus in so many of his healings. Put simply Spiritual Healing/Reiki is the transference of certain energies through a channel which could be a person or an animal or even the planet, the wavelengths of this healing energy are well outside the limits of most scientific equipment but a lot of people can feel this energy . The energy in my experience has been very uplifting and beautiful which can touch and vastly influence parts of us such as the spirit or soul or our mental selves and our physical selves. It can bring a steadiness and balance and sense of well-being second to none .Its limits as to its use are in the realms of the infinite. A very simplistic analogy would be to liken it to a massive energy reservoir which can be tapped into by people and animals which act as the conduits of this energy and like wires of electricity some of which are bigger than others and so therefore big wires can transmit more energy than smaller wires. Bearing this point in mind the reader can soon appreciate that going to one spiritual healer , Reiki healer can be vastly different than going to another as it is with so many things whether it be dentists, doctors, policeman or what have you. Spiritual Healing, Reiki is natural healing energy, which is present in this universe. Spiritual healers and Reiki work in many different ways to some it is the laying on of hands onto a person or animal, to others it can be sent through the power of thought. To be even in the presence of some healers can have a profound and beneficial effect on people and one wishes that there were more people giving off just as beautiful vibrations as these people were this world would truly transform it. Everyone needs healing, because there is not a single person which on some part of their being does not require healing. I will clarify that point further because some people are so physically orientated they perceive people and their suffering on a basis of you look OK you must be OK. This perception can be likened to looking at a puddle of water and because it looks all right and then assuming that because the rest of the ocean is made of the same kind of stuff it must be the same, being absolutely oblivious to the rest of the entire ocean. We are a very complicated beings comprising of many different parts some of which are the mental self, the subconscious, the Physical self and the spiritual self. I will leave it up to the reader to discover the parts of themselves and their true importance to their well beings. During the healing process as a general rule people should simply relax, all sorts of sensations may be felt typically heat, cold, energy, sometimes even noises from your body. Who is suitable for healing? All people at all stages of their life especially the terminally ill;Animals even plants seem to respond. Will one session be enough? Sometimes but probably a series may be the answer. Will healing cure me? All healing from all sources be it Doctor, drugs, etc comes under the law of Karma. There are no guarantees that healing from any source may give the effect which the Desiree wishes. However it has been my experience that even if you do not get the effect you desire, on some part of your being you most very probably will receive some healing, even it is just upliftment. Which can be extremely valuable Harry Edwards was one such channel who was told to concentrate on the next person he hears about who is sick. A case arrived one who had TB who was dying .He concentrated on that person with his mind and within 24 hrs the bleeding had stopped the pain had stopped and the temperature had come down to almost normal. The Doctors attending were amazed, the man returned to work in a short time. More cases followed, people came with Cancer, Consumption and other blights. Of notable healing was a boy with Spinal Meningitis and who was dying. Harry sought healing for the boy and within a short period of time the boy's parents were astonished to find their boy sitting up in bed, the doctors looking on in amazement. A growing queue was starting to form at his house and mail started to arrive. But what truly amazed harry was the use of Absent healing where the healing was sent by thought, the patient was not even present but it seemed even more effective. To cope with the growing demands of his work he set up a healing sanctuary at Burrows lea in surrey and his secretaries started answering the hundreds of letters which came each day. He was in constant demand to give talks all over England. Then on one day he had the great urge to demonstrate what he could do before an audience ``is there anyone suffering from Arthritis''? he asked. Hands shot up from all over the auditorium, which started off the public healing. The demonstrations grew, a thousand people attended a demonstration at Croydon and typically Harry would treat Arthritis, Spinal curvature, Deafness and poor sight. One lady who had not been able to walk for three years was given healing, after a few minutes of healing she walked down the aisle much to the audience's delight. A child of six had her spinal curvature straightened much to people's amazement. Gradually over the years of healing he drew together the letters and testimonials and presented them in an incredible book called The evidence for Spiritual Healing which contained ten thousand cures, yes that's right ten thousand . Newspapers captured the signs with headlines like `'Sight restored after seventeen years'' `'the Deaf hear'' `'After healing the cripple danced'' `'Paralysed children walk off the stage unaided''and so on. He would make the point quite clear that Spiritual Healing was not faith healing and if it were so young babies and mental cases with no comprehension about faith would not even respond. On another occasion Harry was called before a panel of Doctors who presented him with their very own patients. The first patient had Disseminated Sclerosis and came in with two helpers. On the first treatment mobility was restored to the spastic spine then co- ordination of the leg movements followed, she responded well and started to walk, the session ended with the Doctors asking for healing for their own personal troubles. Then royalty sought him out Princess Marie Louise granddaughter of Queen Victoria sought healing for Arthritis and she was instrumental in the royals attending the sanctuary. In less than five years Harry had received no less than one million letters and in less than seven years over forty thousand people attended the sanctuary. In the thirty years from the time he moved to Burrows lea up to his passing in 1976 he received an average of 9000 letters a week .In over thirty years he received over 14 million letters from patients. Harry passed to the other side of life in 1976 but not before teaching Ray and Joan branch how to continue with the good work at Burrows lea where they still are today. Happily now Spiritual healers are used quite extensively in the N.H.S, in fact they are in over 1500 hospitals and at long last a lot of churches have finally complied with what the master told them to do two thousand years ago and that is to go forth and heal the sick. In the year 2000 even our prince Charles published a report stating that spiritual healers should be extensively available throughout the entire NHS. Over 7000 healers are now registered to treat patients in the health system. I know of no cases where spiritual healing when given by a trained healer has been detrimental in any way, I know of no side effects except better health. Just a few reports – " When I had finished treating him, it was a real delight to see how wonderfully glad he was to be able to use his legs, feet, arms and hands again... and then he told me: " When I came here, I was convinced no one could help me, and I came only to please my Aunt, who brought me. " You worked a miracle with his father when he was very ill 1983-84 when I wrote to you, but you will be pleased to know he is now working for the Council and lives a fairly normal life. " You and the late Harry Edwards helped me so often and indeed I am still pressing on 18 years after I was expected to die from my last bout of cancer. " " On behalf of my mother, daughter and myself may I thank you for the lovely day at your Sanctuary last Tuesday. My mother is so much better it is truly amazing. She can stretch out her arms and even raise them to her head and her walking is much stronger. My daughter was very impressed, too. " My condition improved in as much as I now have much more self- confidence and ability to deal with my everyday life. Reiki, Millions of people are aware of this fantastic healing energy and there are literally thousands of healers [channels for this energy]. The word Reiki is made of two Japanese words - Rei which means " God's Wisdom or the Higher Power " and Ki which is " life force energy " . So Reiki is actually " spiritually guided life force energy. " A treatment feels like a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and around you. Reiki treats the person including body, emotions, mind and spirit and creates many beneficial effects including relaxation and feelings of peace, security and well being. Many have reported miraculous results. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that a lot of people can use. It has been effective in helping virtually every known illness and malady and can create a very beneficial effect. It also works in conjunction with all other medical or therapeutic techniques sometimes to relieve side effects and promote recovery. An amazingly simple technique to learn, the ability to use Reiki is not taught in the usual sense, but is transferred to the student during a Reiki class. This ability is passed on during an " attunement " given by a Reiki master and allows the student to tap into an unlimited supply of " life force energy " to improve one's health and enhance the quality of life. It has been successfully taught to thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds. The Reiki system of healing is a technique for transmitting this subtle energy to yourself and others. Reiki can restore energy balance and vitality by relieving the physical and emotional effects of unreleased stress. It can gently and effectively open blocked meridians, nadas and chakras, and clears the energy bodies, leaving one feeling relaxed and at peace. Reiki can accelerate healing. Assist the body in cleansing toxins. Balance the flow of subtle energy by releasing blockages. Help the client contact the 'healer within.' A treatment feels like warm, gentle sunshine, which flows through you, surrounds you and comforts you. Reiki treats the person's body, emotions, mind and spirit as a whole. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement that most people can use. Reiki is powerful, yet wonderfully gentle and nurturing. During a treatment, the clients usually remain fully clothed. Reiki is an effective alternative, or complement to massage therapy. Reiki can support any medical or supplemental healing methods a client may be using and is of growing interest to chiropractors, medical doctors, physiotherapists, psychotherapists, psychologists and hypnotherapists. In fact it is in use by quite a few doctors. A Brief History of Reiki. The history of Reiki, like all other histories, is tainted with different views of the one event. Reiki is seemingly an ancient form of healing that was lost and then rediscovered, during a mystical experience, by Dr. Mikao Usui who was a Japanese psychic. In 1922 Dr. Usui started a healing society in Japan. He created three degrees (or levels) for Reiki healing and initiated a small number of followers. One of his followers, Dr. Hayashi, a retired naval officer, was charged with preserving Reiki. He did this and further developed the Usui system. He gave the knowledge to his wife and to Mrs. Hawayo Takata. Mrs. Takata practiced Reiki healing and initiated twenty-two people into Reiki mastership Today, Reiki is known and practiced in many parts of the world and is increasing in popularity and acceptance. One problem a student might have in learning Reiki is the existence of different Reiki schools, giving different attitudes and different symbols by different teachers. All that is required is a genuine desire for spiritual growth and an open mind. Reiki Research There are now quite a few experiments that validate the usefulness of Reiki and other vibrational healing techniques. The following are few of the more interesting experiments. A registered nurse describes a Reiki experiment she conducted in her paper, " Reiki Healing: A Physiologic Perspective. " In her study, forty-eight people made up the experimental group while 10 made up a control group. Both groups had blood samples taken at the beginning and at the end of the experiment. The experimental group received First Degree Reiki training. The control group was not involved in the Reiki training. The blood samples were measured for hemoglobin and hematocrit values. Hemoglobin is the part of red blood cells that carry oxygen. Hematocrit is the ratio of red blood cells to total blood volume. The people in the experimental group who received Reiki training experienced a significant change in these values with 28 percent experiencing an increase and the remainder experiencing a decrease. The people in the control group who did not receive Reiki training experienced no significant change. It is thought that changes, whether an increase or decrease are consistent with the purpose of Reiki which is to bring balance on an individual basis. One individual experienced a 20% increase in these values. She continued to treat herself with Reiki daily and after three months, her increase had been maintained and in fact had continued to improve. This improvement was appropriate for her as she had been experiencing iron deficiency anemia. Another experiment using a Reiki like technique has also demonstrated its ability to increase hemoglobin values. A medical doctor conducted an experiment with a group of 79 sick patients. Together the patients had a wide range of diagnosed illnesses including pancreatitis, brain tumor, emphysema, multiple endocrine disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, and congestive heart failure. Laying-on hands treatments were given to 46 patients with 33 as controls. The treated patients showed significant increases in hemoglobin values. The effect was so pronounced that even cancer patients who were being treated with bone marrow-suppressive agents which predictably induce decreases in hemoglobin values showed an increase. The majority of patients also reported improvement or complete disappearance of symptoms. Both this experiment and the one above, demonstrate that healers are able to induce actual biological improvements in the patients they treat rather than simply create a feeling of well being. Laying-on hands healing has been validated by experiments carried out at St. Vincent's medical Center in New York. The experiment was carried out by Janet Quinn, assistant director of nursing at the University of South Carolina. The design of this experiment tends to rule out the placebo effect. Thirty heart patients were given a 20 question psychological test to determine their level of anxiety. Then they were treated by a group trained in laying-on hands healing. A control group of patients were also treated by sham healers who imitated the same positions as those who had training. Anxiety levels dropped 17 percent after only five minutes treatment by trained practitioners, but those who were only imitating a treatment created no effect. Daniel Wirth of Healing Sciences International in Orinda, California conducted a tightly controlled experiment involving a Reiki-like healing technique. Forty-four male college students received identical minor wounds deliberately inflicted by a doctor in the right or left shoulder. Twenty-three then received a Reiki like healing and the other twenty- one did not. The treatments were given in such a way that the possibility of a placebo effect was ruled out. All forty-four students extend their arms though a hole in the wall. In the other room, a trained healer was present for those who received healing and administered healing from a distance without touching. For those who did not receive healing, no one was present in the room. Both the students and the doctor who administered the wounds and later also evaluated their healing rate had been told that the experiment was about the electrical conductivity of the body. Neither knew that the experiment was about healing. Eight and sixteen day follow-up measurements of the rate of wound healing were done. After eight days, the treated groups wounds had shrunk 93.5 percent compared with 67.3 percent for those not treated. After sixteen days, the figures were 99.3 and 90.9. After debriefing, the students stated they did not know the true nature of the experiment and had felt no contact with the healer. The possibility that expectations of the students caused the healing was ruled out. Dr. John Zimmerman of the University of Colorado using a SQUID (Superconducting Quantum Interference Device) has discovered that magnetic fields several hundred times stronger than background noise are created around the hands of trained healers when doing healing work on patients. No such fields are created by sham' healers making the same movements indicating something special is happening with the trained healers. The frequencies of the magnetic fields surrounding the hands of the trained healers were of the alpha and theta wave range similar to those seen in the brain of meditators. Dr. Barnard Grad of McGill University in Montreal, used barley seeds to test the effect of psychic healing energies on plants. The seeds were planted in pots and watered with a saline solution, which is known to retard their sprouting and growth. With elaborate double- blind conditions set-up, one group of seeds were watered with saline solution that had been treated by a psychic healer. Dr. Grad carried out similar experiments involving tap water and plants. Sealed containers of water were given to a psychic healer to hold and others were given to a severely depressed patient to hold. The plants watered with the healer-held water had an increased growth rate and those watered with the water held by the severely depressed patient had a decrease in growth rate compared to controls. These experiments involving plants, in addition to confirming the non-placebo nature of psychic healing, scientifically confirm the ancient metaphysical understanding that healing energies can be stored in water for future use. In another experiment involving psychic healer Olga Worrall, Dr. Robert Miller used an electromechanical transducer to measure the microscopic growth rate of rye grass. The device used has an accuracy of one thousandth of an inch per hour. Dr. Miller set-up the experiment in his laboratory and then left, locking the door behind him to eliminate any unnecessary disturbance. Olga, located over 600 miles away was asked to pray for the test plant at exactly 9 PM that evening. When Dr. Miller returned to the laboratory the next day, the test equipment had recorded normal continuous growth of 6.25 thousandths of an inch per hour up to 9 PM. At that time, the record began to deviate upward and had risen to 52.5 thousands of an inch per hour which was an increase of 840 percent! This increased growth rate remained till morning when it decreased but never to its original level. The Spindrift group has done extensive research involving prayer and plants. Their results indicate that prayed for plants always grow faster and are healthier than non-prayed for plants even though the conditions are equal for both groups of plants and those doing the praying are miles away. These results were consistent regardless of the distance involved and occurred over and over. They are described by Robert Owen in his book, " Qualitative Research: The early years " : One of the interesting results of their research work is that they were best when the prayer was non-directional, that is when the prayer was simply for the plants general well-being, rather than for a specific result, such as a certain growth rate or overall height. More experiments are being done and scientific theories are being developed to describe Reiki and Reiki like healing techniques. As we continue into the millennium, increasing interest along with more sensitive equipment will allow science to more completely understand, validate, and accept the reality of Reiki. As this happens, we will see increasing use of Reiki and other laying-on hands healing coming into common use by individuals for themselves and family along with its use in hospitals and doctors offices. The deeper understanding about the nature of health and the unity of all life this re-discovered age old wisdom will provide will reduce suffering and make earth a more worthwhile place to live. With this in mind, let us be encouraged to continue in the spirit of Reiki to help others and to heal the planet. Practitioners have some real interesting stories. Reiki can also enhances natural abilities. If you are an artist, it can help develop your artistic expression. If you have an intuitive sense, Reiki can heighten that. If you have a business head, Reiki can enhance that as well. In the practice of Reiki, working with energy helps you to connect with your path, your skills, and develop your senses. But it takes practice and trusting what you feel. Reiki is also present in some hospitals. Reiki has been applied to these conditions and more with very beneficial results. There are a lot more applications of Reiki – see there web site for more information. http://www.reikimedresearch.com/ ADDICTIONS (drugs and alcohol) Addictions and suicidal behavior Appendicitis Arthritis (osteo-, rheumatoid) Add/adhd Aids /HIV Burns Cancer all types Cervical dysphasia Childbirth Chronic fatigue syndrome & fibromyalgia Coma –phenomenal result Croons Depression Diabetes Dyslexia Eye sight Endometriosis Heart conditions -saved surgery Hypothyroidism Insomnia –results good Leukemia -recovered Lupus-improvements Mole – fell off Migraine- pain free Multiple sclerosis – beneficial results Neuropathy Pagets - beneficial results Pain relief – very beneficial Paralysis- beneficial results recovered Polyps –surgery cancelled Prenatal condition- child born healthy Psoriasis 70% cleared Seizure beneficial Shingles- patient in remission Karuna Reiki Laura gifford gives some interesting differences between reiki and Karuna Reiki and says that Reiki increases the awareness of the way God works in life. Usui Reiki, is the connection to the highest and most holy spiritual energies. Usui Reiki is unconditional Love. Usui Reiki is gentle and peaceful, but very powerful. Usui Reiki is a conduit for Karuna Reiki® to flow through. When receiving Karuna: Karuna Reiki® is very serious, let's get down to business energy. Karuna Reiki® energy goes very deep, gently, but quickly. She describes vibrating at a rapidly increasing rate, feeling like more light than I am flesh. The first few times she received a Karuna treatment she describes rising out of her body, and was taken into the symbols used. One repeated occurrence has been that she has seen flashes of traumatic experiences in this life, and from other times. They appeared as if I am looking through a picture window. The image briefly comes into focus so she was clear on what she was seeing, and then a beam of white and gold light pierces the images and shatters them into zillions of pieces, which immediately become pure light. When she had these experiences she also felt and at times saw physical releases within my body. She experienced deep physical and emotional healing. She describes Karuna being profoundly transformational for her as Usui Reiki and she felt that it had come into her life to assist her in her growth. She says how multi-dimensional Karuna feels to her. She felt it working simultaneously on the emotional, mental and physical bodies, and it has her me layers in her energy field and within her consciousness that go beyond anything she can intellectually comprehend. Karuna Reiki® takes her to that space beyond form, color, time and sound that just cannot be described within the constraints of words except perhaps, the purest sense of peace, and total love she have ever felt. Those words don't even do it justice. She also had sensations of Karuna Reiki® reaching into other times, connecting with karmic issues, and flashing through incarnations linking them and bringing the related lessons to her conscious awareness, and offering her the opportunity to transmute it in the moment. So in this sense, she felt it very gracefully transcends time and space on many levels simultaneously. She also used Karuna Reiki® to do spirit release work with others. phil In , " raenstic " <raenstic wrote: > > Since I have had my baby in January, I seem to havemajor panic > attacks/anxiety. I ad to leave my job b/c I just couldn't function > properly. I have had my heart checked, my gallbladder removed, and > have een put on antianxiety meds. I don't take them b/c I don't like > the way they make me feel. I'm only 27, but I feel as if I'm 97. Does > anyone have any help or suggestions? Anything would be greatly > appreciated. > Ariana > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted December 2, 2006 hi this a beautiful method of revealing ur own energy to heal thats great Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 24, 2007 I had a former girl-friend that had rather severe Panic Attacks for a number of years. Physicians had tried her on several different chemical medicines with the result being that they did not help at all. She tried taking about 3 Passion Flower Herb capsules every evening before going to bed and within 2 days they subsided, never reoccuring again until she stopped taking the Passion Flower. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 24, 2007 I have stopped drinking Tea and Coffee and now only drink Passion Flower in dry leaf from the Herb shop... I am now able to face the after affects I had from the Cancer in My throat... At 12:31 AM 24/07/2007 +0000, you wrote: >I had a former girl-friend that had rather severe Panic Attacks >for a number of years. Physicians had tried her on several different >chemical medicines with the result being that they did not help at >all. She tried taking about 3 Passion Flower Herb capsules every >evening before going to bed and within 2 days they subsided, never >reoccuring again until she stopped taking the Passion Flower. > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 25, 2007 Hi, I practice Zen Shiatsu, Reiki, and other forms of energy healing. Any advice I give you, you should check out with your doctor. In Zen Shiatsu, the Gall Bladder helps people decide short-term decisions (go left or rigt on a path). Having your Gall Bladder removed would affect this energy. This could be related to the anxiety in Zen Shiatsu terms. You could go see a Zen Shiatsu practitioner for assistance with this issue. Are you doing any breathing work? Helping to slow and move the breath down to belly might be helpful. However, I would still keep working with your doctor and following their recommendations. Many doctor's will respect a client's decision not to take medication for mental health issues. I hope this helps. Adam www.qehealing.com adam Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 27, 2007 I suffered from panic attacks since a teenager, and until I was 33. Not much is known about them, although recent research pointed toward some sort of brain/cardiac dysfunction. I never thought it was a MEDICAL problem, although the symptoms were certainly medically measurable. After countless therapies, drugs and herbal concoctions, the ONLY thing that worked was the Bach Flower remedies. My Bach Flower counselor said I had a giant hole in my aura. After two days, the attacks STOPPED. It was truly a miracle. I took the formula for about four months to stablise, and it was truly amazing. Before discovering Bach Flowers, I was finding some relief by taking B-vitamins, and doing the Biophosphate Cell Salts. I continue to do that to this day (I'm now 55). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 27, 2007 Good for you! My colleague and friend, Patricia Meyer, is a well-known authority on Bach Flower Essences in the United States. If anyone would like to reach Patricia: essences She does amazing work. In fact, she was recently a guest speaker during a session of my Training. To your health, Cathleen Springer Certified Homeopath & Principal Instructor HOMEOPATHY TELESEMINAR TRAINING www.cathleenspringer.com , " Boyd Martin " <boyd wrote: > > I suffered from panic attacks since a teenager, and until I was 33. > Not much is known about them, although recent research pointed toward > some sort of brain/cardiac dysfunction. I never thought it was a > MEDICAL problem, although the symptoms were certainly medically > measurable. > > After countless therapies, drugs and herbal concoctions, the ONLY > thing that worked was the Bach Flower remedies. My Bach Flower > counselor said I had a giant hole in my aura. > > After two days, the attacks STOPPED. It was truly a miracle. I took > the formula for about four months to stablise, and it was truly amazing. > > Before discovering Bach Flowers, I was finding some relief by taking > B-vitamins, and doing the Biophosphate Cell Salts. I continue to do > that to this day (I'm now 55). > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 28, 2007 HI THANK YOU FOR YOUR VALUABLE ADVICE. I HAVE TAKEN REIKI HEALING FOR 3 MONTHS BUT IT DID NOT HELP. CAN U ADVISE ME OF A GOOD HEALER. I DONT DO BREATHING EXCERCISES--- In , " adam.bowling " <adam wrote: > > Hi, > > I practice Zen Shiatsu, Reiki, and other forms of energy healing. > Any advice I give you, you should check out with your doctor. > > In Zen Shiatsu, the Gall Bladder helps people decide short-term > decisions (go left or rigt on a path). Having your Gall Bladder > removed would affect this energy. This could be related to the > anxiety in Zen Shiatsu terms. You could go see a Zen Shiatsu > practitioner for assistance with this issue. > > Are you doing any breathing work? Helping to slow and move the > breath down to belly might be helpful. > > However, I would still keep working with your doctor and following > their recommendations. Many doctor's will respect a client's > decision not to take medication for mental health issues. > > I hope this helps. > > Adam > > www.qehealing.com > adam > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 31, 2007 I never had one until this year ( I am in the throws of perimenopause). I have had about 3 now. They suck. Frizz > Numerous comments on the Power-Surge message board suggest that panic > attacks tend to surface or increase during perimenopause. I know they > did for me. This suggests that hormonal factors can play a major, if > not causative, role. > > Avalon > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted March 28, 2010 FROM: d_artegoitia SUBJECT: PANIC ATTACKS DATE: Tue, 21 Jul 2009 04:37:32 -0700 (PDT) Thank you! Charlotte, Please, can you give me the protocol for panics attacks? This person is taking RIVOTRIL (CLONAZEPAN) for a long time, and she wants to have a baby. Blessings! A Loving Atma Namaste! MEDICAL BACKGROUND PANIC ATTACKS: A panic attack, the core feature of panic disorder, is a period of intense fear or discomfort that strikes suddenly, often in familiar places, where there is seemingly nothing threatening an individual. But when the attack comes, it feels as if there is a real threat, and the body reacts accordingly. The discomfort and sense of danger the attack brings is so intense that people with panic disorder often believe they are having a heart attack or other life-threatening illness. Panic attacks are usually classified as being part of panic disorder if they occur more than once and are accompanied by at least four of the following symptoms: • Sweating • Shortness of breath • Rapid or pounding heart beat • Chest pain • Feeling unsteady • Choking or smothering sensations • Numbness or tingling • Chills or hot flashes • Faintness • Trembling or shaking • Nausea or abdominal pains • Feeling unreal or disconnected • Fear of losing control, " going crazy, " or dying Unchecked Panic: A " Triple A " Threat Panic attacks are the psychological event most likely to motivate a person to seek medical attention. However, if told nothing is wrong or that the problem is psychiatric, the patient may feel frustrated or embarrassed and not seek further help. This can result in three serious consequences: Anticipatory anxiety This condition is triggered by thinking about the possibility of having a panic attack. Once this develops, anticipatory anxiety can cause the person to become reclusive, opting to endure the attacks alone rather than in public where there is no chance of escape and slight chance of help. Avoidance Panic attack sufferers may discontinue activities that seem to trigger panic attacks, such as going to the park, driving, riding in elevators, or doing anything that brings on frightening body sensations. While avoidance may temporarily help with the fear of the attack and loss of control, it makes normal life nearly impossible. It also does not stop the attacks from occurring. Agoraphobia Often coupled with panic disorder, agoraphobia is the fear of being in places or situations from which escape might be difficult or in which help might not be available in the event of a panic attack. Agoraphobia is a severe form of phobic avoidance and can cause those with panic disorder to avoid public places, crowds, or traveling by bus or plane. This pattern may progress to the point that the sufferer will not leave home. Incidence and Frequency Approximately twice as many women as men experience panic disorder; however, there is no difference in frequency in panic disorder among people of different ethnic, economic, and geographic backgrounds. The disorder typically begins when patients are in their 20s and is sometimes preceded by a stressful event which can trigger the first attack, such as the death of a parent. In most cases, however, most people are unable to associate their first panic attack with any specific event in their life. There is a genetic component to panic disorder because it often runs in families, which supports the idea that the condition may be inherited. People with panic disorder are also prone to other illnesses such as depression and drug or alcohol abuse. In fact, more than half of those with panic disorder will experience depression at least once during their lifetimes. The illness is often complicated by drug and alcohol abuse. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy consists of five fundamentals: - Learning. In this first stage, the therapist explains the illness, teaches the patient to identify the symptoms, and outlines the treatment plan. - Monitoring. Patients keep a diary to monitor panic attacks and record anxiety-inducing situations. - Breathing. The therapist teaches breathing relaxation techniques to combat the physical reactions of a panic attack. - Rethinking. The therapist helps the patient change his or her interpretation of physical symptoms from catastrophic to realistic. - Exposing. The therapist helps the patient encounter situations that evoke frightening physical sensations at levels of gradually increasing intensity. Medical treatments of panic disorder often include antidepressants, benzodiazepines, and other types of medications that have been shown to be successful in treating panic disorder. Effective treatments and ongoing research have brought new hope of recovery to those with panic disorder. Earlier detection significantly reduces the complications of untreated panic disorder. With appropriate psychiatric treatment, people who experience panic disorder can recover and return to normal life activities. Source: American Psychiatric Association PRANIC HEALING PSYCHOTHERAPY: 1. Invoke and scan before, during and after treatment. When scanning, form the intention to scan for negative thought forms then negative entities. 2. Cut negative energy cords from the chakras and aura. 3. Apply General Sweeping using LEV or EV. For the entire treatment: Scanning and cleansing - use the divide the chakra into 4 parts technique frontally then, the 5th part is the core and the 6th part is the root of the chakra. Scanning : Form the intention to scan for fear and trauma energy - negative thought forms then negative entities. Scan each section of each chakra. Sweeping : Form the intention to disintegrate and remove fear and trauma energy - negative thought forms and negative entities. Apply sweeping on each section using EV. 3. Do localized thorough sweeping on the solar plexus chakra, navel chakra, basic chakra, crown chakra, throat chakra, ajna chakra and throat chakra using LEV. Rescan. Apply sweeping until all the sections of the chakra are smooth and balanced. Energize with LEV. When energizing the ajna chakra, visualize the ajna chakra becoming brighter and bigger. 4. Do localized thorough sweeping on the front and back heart chakra. Energize through the back heart with EV. While energizing, visualize the heart becoming brighter and say , " bigger, bigger, bigger " . 5. Create chakral shields for the front and back solar plexus chakra, ajna, and crown chakra. Then create an auric shield. 6. Stabilize and release projected energy. 7. Encourage this person to practice the Meditation on Twin Hearts for psychological well being regularly. 8. Whenever you think of this person, visualize a happy, optimistic, emotionally strong and well adjusted person. 9. Teach this person to regularly think of positive self affiirmations and visualize a positive self image while doing Pranic Breathing. 10. If the person has taken Kriyashakti or Arhatic Yoga, the Blue Triangle Technique may be used for character building. 11. Repeat treatment 2 to 3 times per week. With Loving Blessings, The PHQandA Team Source: The books written by MASTER CHOA KOK SUI including: Miracles Through Pranic Healing Advanced Pranic Healing Pranic Psychotherapy Pranic Crystal Healing NOTICE: 1. Pranic Healing is not intended to replace orthodox medicine, but rather to complement it. If symptoms persist or if the ailment is severe, please consult immediately a medical doctor and a Certified Pranic Healer. 2. Pranic Healers who are not medical doctors should not prescribe nor interfere with prescribed medications and/or medical treatments. ~ Master Choa Kok Sui MCKS website: http://www.pranichealing.org ==================== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
