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		<title>Can the techniques of NLP be used for malign purposes?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 29 Apr 2012 19:43:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Marie Mcpeek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[NLP stands for Neuro-Linguistic Programming.  It is a technique which combines aspects of behavioural psychology, linguistics and hypnosis in order to explore the attitudes and traits of individuals, and then uses this technique to direct the individuals to apply these same ideas and patterns to their own lives, with the aim of achieving particular goals and targets.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>NLP stands for Neuro-Linguistic Programming.  It is a technique which combines aspects of behavioural psychology, linguistics and hypnosis in order to explore the attitudes and traits of individuals, and then uses this technique to direct the individuals to apply these same ideas and patterns to their own lives, with the aim of achieving particular goals and targets.</p>
<p>When applied correctly, there is little doubt that NLP can be an extremely powerful catalyst, not just for personal change and personal improvement but also as a means of improving business performance.  However, those who are opposed to NLP claim that it uses incorrect and misleading terms and concepts, and also that its effectiveness is unsupported by current scientific evidence.</p>
<p>Be that as it may, what is perhaps rather more worrying about NLP is the possibility that because it uses techniques which work on the subconscious mind (such as, for example, hypnosis), it leaves itself wide open to abuse and misuse.   There are already indications that NLP can be used for purposes of entertainment or illusion &#8211; artists such as Derren Brown and Paul McKenna being cases in point.  Whilst reputable performers such as Mr Brown and Mr McKenna would never use their skills for evil purposes, the fact remains that in theory NLP could also be used by unscrupulous people to exploit those who are particularly vulnerable, or who are particularly susceptible to mind-controlling processes.</p>
<p>One instance of how NLP can be abused is the practice of so-called &#8220;speed seduction&#8221;, in which people (usually men) apply NLP skills in an attempt to seduce women in the quickest possible time.  This practice is highly controversial, and many regard it as distasteful and disturbing.  In very extreme cases it might even count as assault.</p>
<p>There is also evidence to suggest that NLP can be used (or misused) by unscrupulous individuals in a business environment, as a means of engineering the removal of other members of staff whilst circumventing the employment rights of the personnel concerned.  By subtly increasing the stress levels of the personnel targeted for removal, these individuals will either find it difficult to maintain performance standards (and thereby increase their risk of dismissal on the basis of diminished performance), or will eventually find the stress level intolerable and will eventually leave of their own accord.</p>
<p>Find out more about what you can learn on an <a target='_blank' href='http://www.inspire360.co.uk/our-services/certified-courses/nlp-practitioner'>NLP practitioners course</a>.</p>
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		<title>Useful Facts On Panic Attacks</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:11:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Janice Detweilerly</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Trying to handle panic attacks is often stressful. This condition makes life harder for anyone who suffers from it and leaves the sufferer feeling helpless. Nothing could be further from the truth! This article will discuss what you need to know about panic attacks and how to go about treating them.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Trying to handle panic attacks is often stressful. This condition makes life harder for anyone who suffers from it and leaves the sufferer feeling helpless. Nothing could be further from the truth! This article will discuss what you need to know about panic attacks and how to go about treating them.</p>
<p>In order to prevent panic attacks, you should get the recommended amount of sleep every night. Your mind is all over the place when you are tired. When this happens you are even more vulnerable to panic attacks. Therefore, it is important to talk to a physician if you aren&#8217;t sleeping well.</p>
<p>It is great to have an successful technique or process commited to memory that you can apply whenever you get the feeling that a panic attack is on its way You may have come across one the much more popular strategies to manage anxiety attacks called the <a target='_blank' href="http://www.panicawaybonuspackage.com">Panic Away book</a>. If other things you have tried failed to enhance your control over panic and anxiety attacks, I suggest looking into Panic Away and practicing what it preaches. While one technique might be very successful for many individuals, it&#8217;s essential to remember that everyone is unique though, and you might respond in a different way than expected.</p>
<p>Keep in mind that you have survived attacks before. Do your best to relax and focus on pleasant thoughts.</p>
<p>Using a pattern of concentrated breathing can be effective with a majority of people to control a panic attack. Breathing techniques work because they increase circulation to the brain and help to keep you relaxed and focused.</p>
<p>Figuring out what triggers an attack is a good step in handling it. When something or someone causes you to be distressed, just the anticipation of addressing it can be enough to initiate an attack. You need to learn how to express yourself in a way that is calm and productive. This will prevent you from becoming overwhelmed, which could cause a panic attack.</p>
<p>Many people are able to analyze their feelings and then control their attacks. If you start to feel an attack come on, do your best to focus on the fact that the feelings that you are experiencing cannot hurt you. Create a mantra for yourself and repeat it when you are feeling stressed.</p>
<p>There are many wonderful support groups online that can provide help for your panic attacks. By visiting one of these groups, you can find out others&#8217; solutions to their anxiety, and you can also have a place to vent your emotions.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s time to get a handle on your panic attacks. Do you want to rid yourself of this condition and finally regain control of your life? There&#8217;s plenty of advice and information available to help you deal with your condition. By applying the advice given to you in the above article, you can now take control over your own life.</p>
<p>In case your panic and anxiety attacks haven&#8217;t gotten any better, I would recommend picking up a copy of <a target='_blank' href="http://www.panicawaybonuspackage.com">Panic Away book</a>. This revolutionary technique helps hundreds and hundreds conquer their anxiety attacks, and it&#8217;ll do the same thing for you. Buy it now!</p>
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		<title>Tips to Help You Cope with Psychological Stress</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:52:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Jarad Gibbs</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is very complicated trying to deal with psychological stress in your life. It can actually be a physical manifestation of pain in your body as well as strange thoughts in your mind. It is important that you find a way to deal with the stress as it can harm you both physically and mentally. Handling psychological stress is not something you should be worried about because there are many strategies that you can implement to help you, starting today. Stress, once it begins to diminish, can help you be more positive in mind and body. The following strategies are designed to help you out.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is very complicated trying to deal with psychological stress in your life. It can actually be a physical manifestation of pain in your body as well as strange thoughts in your mind. It is important that you find a way to deal with the stress as it can harm you both physically and mentally. Handling psychological stress is not something you should be worried about because there are many strategies that you can implement to help you, starting today. Stress, once it begins to diminish, can help you be more positive in mind and body. The following strategies are designed to help you out.</p>
<p>It is critical that you know that everything that you do on a daily basis has the potential to affect your stress levels. If you think that you are getting more stressed out than you normally do, then it is about time that you figured out why and do something about it. Do you get eight hours of sleep every night. Is your diet balanced and nutritious? Are you staying away from the junk food? Are you exercising at all? Looking into these simple things and modifying them could greatly improve matters for you. When you can tell that stress is getting the best of you, exercising on a frequent basis can help. Exercising and working out gives you a &quot;place&quot; to &quot;put&quot; all of the stress that you are feeling. You can place all of your stress in one place and use it as energy for your exercise workout. Cardio exercise can be very good for people who have stress. The exercise will give you endorphins. Endorphins aid in helping your mood levels to rise and in helping you to get a handle on your stress. This might give you the ability to relax.</p>
<p>You need to write it down. When you feel that your world is out of control, sit down and write out your feelings. Write your emotions and feelings down immediately. Starting with what initially made you feel bad and stressed, write that down and anything else that comes to mind. Writing it down is one thing, but making sure it is in a convenient spot that you can access every day is also important. If you review what you have written, you may notice that there are certain things that are similar prior to each stressful situation. This could be anything from a particular situation or a certain person. Then, once the triggers are identified, all you have to do is avoid them.</p>
<p>Some people really do well on a routine. Possibly this applies to you as well. Try to create a personal schedule. You might determine that when you know where you have to go and what you are supposed to do, it will make you calm down. You don&#8217;t have to schedule every second (unless you want to) but adding some structure could be good.</p>
<p>Learning to deal with psychological stress takes a while to do. Stress is not easy to handle. It comes along due to many different reasons and in varied forms. Finding out how to diagnose it as psychological stress is one of the first steps to coping with it and eliminating it. Do not forget that admirable to get help for your stress. Everyone needs help at some point, so do not be too timid to take action.</p>
<p>Along with writing about Psychological Stress, Jarad also runs a number of other websites. Please click to visit Jarad&#8217;s new <a target='_blank' href="http://www.annuityquotes.co">annuityquotes.co</a> and <a target='_blank' href="http://www.annuityquotes.co/annuity-quotations">annuity</a> websites.</p>
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		<title>You Can Deal With Personal Stress</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 15 Apr 2012 11:55:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Roland Clarkston</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are having a time dealing with your social stress, then you are not in the minority because this is a common ailment. However, plenty of social anxiety levels exist. If you have a serious ailment it can turn your life into a painful one. Fortunately, there are good treatments for social anxiety.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are having a time dealing with your social stress, then you are not in the minority because this is a common ailment. However, plenty of social anxiety levels exist. If you have a serious ailment it can turn your life into a painful one. Fortunately, there are good treatments for social anxiety.</p>
<p>People everywhere have to deal with some level of social stress, however some deal with it worse than others. If you do suffer from this, there are many easy ways that you can start to control and handle the social stress that you experience.</p>
<p>One of the most efficient methods for managing social stress is cognitive therapy. Cognitive therapy talks about how your mind functions, particularly when it comes to social scenarios. A good therapist can help you modify both your thoughts and actions. If you want to find a therapist, ask your family doctor to recommend one. Otherwise, you could check the yellow pages in your area and look under categories such as mental health or psychologists. A cognitive therapist can help you to think about things that cause you the most stress in a more rational manner. You can learn how to become more relaxed over time.</p>
<p>So if you suffer from social anxiety, you should definitely ask your doctor about medications that you can take. These include Beta blockers, which can reduce feelings of anxiety in social situations, Benzodiazepines, which are mild tranquilizers, and SSRIs, which are the most commonly prescribed drugs for this type of problem. Your physician will likely give you an SSRI called Paxil to help with your anxiety.</p>
<p>People who suffer from social anxiety plenty of times think that they have an uncommon condition. This is not what is going on. Actually, a number of people suffer from anxiety attacks in some social environments. For example, numerous people have problems with stress when dealing with public speaking, meeting new people, meeting first dates and in other social settings. Yet some people experience social anxiety on a level that makes everyday life difficult. If you find social encounters so stressful that you have trouble making friends, talking to people at work or even interacting with cashiers , store clerks or waiters, then you should seek help for your condition. However, it does not matter what kind of stress you have, just know that you can do things to reduce it.</p>
<p>People who regularly experience social stress are usually preoccupied with themselves and what they think others are thinking or saying about them. For the most part, people that are self-consciousness are the ones more susceptible to this condition.</p>
<p>A few people who have a lot of stress medicate themselves by using alcohol or drugs. You should be very apprehensive about this because it can become quite addicting. If you discover that drinking alcohol can calm you down, then you might want to use this method all of the time.</p>
<p>For many centuries, it has been known that relaxation exercises and deep breathing can help reduce social stress issues. The way you breathe actually has a lot to do with your emotional state. For instance, if your breathing in a shallow manner, you may be experiencing anxiety or fear. This works the other way too -when your breathing is shallow, you&#8217;re more likely to feel anxious and a lack of confidence. Audio books are very popular for helping people learn how to breathe deeply and relax. Breath work can be practiced over time enabling you to induce calm and confident states of being. If there&#8217;s no one in your area, look it up online and see what programs you can find, as some of these can be quite effective. Social situations or events that make you very anxious or fearful can be averted if you do deep breathing exercises prior to the actual event.</p>
<p>Do not let your social stress stop you from attending fun social outings. No matter where you are currently, you have the power to decrease your stress anxiety level.</p>
<p>In conclusion, social stress can be problematic, but that does not mean that you must deal with it forever. The suggestions and treatments we&#8217;ve looked at above are just a few of the ways people have learned to cope with social anxiety in their lives. If you do not know how to deal with it, then ask your doctor.</p>
<p>The article author is a South Alaska writer who enjoys writing articles about <a target='_blank' href="http://www.mastersdegreesonline.org/psyc.html">psychology education</a> for websites across the web.</p>
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		<title>Suicidal Thoughts</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Apr 2012 13:34:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Amadea L Singco</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You might be suffering from <em>suicidal thoughts</em> now and you are surfing the net for something that could aid you as you're to die or probably methods on how you can leave a message after a suicidal thought? I have every little thing you need. Now stay with me. As you read this article, you'll uncover some <em>suicidal thoughts</em>.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You might be suffering from <em>suicidal thoughts</em> now and you are surfing the net for something that could aid you as you&#8217;re to die or probably methods on how you can leave a message after a suicidal thought? I have every little thing you need. Now stay with me. As you read this article, you&#8217;ll uncover some <em>suicidal thoughts</em>.</p>
<p><strong>The Right Time When Suicidal Thoughts Arise</strong></p>
<p>There are times in our life that we can&#8217;t seem to find any reason to go on to live. And perhaps today you&#8217;re going to uncover the answers of your concerns. Feeling all the discomfort and hatred running through your veins makes you want to crush every little thing in your way, makes you want to hurt someone, and worst, makes you want to commit suicide and leave every little thing and everybody in your present life through your <em>suicidal thoughts</em>.</p>
<p>A number of you guys developed some <em>suicidal thoughts</em> because probably a person special in your life left you, and it seems that she/he stole every little thing from you and you are left all alone now. Worst of all, the rejection, getting rejected by the world seems hopeless. Some are possibly brokenhearted, some lose hope and some are afraid. But despite the fact that you guys have many different reasons, there&#8217;s 1 thing that you all guys have. You happen to be encountering <em>suicidal thoughts</em>.</p>
<p>Satan is happy to have your soul in his kingdom through your <em>suicidal thoughts</em>. And all the dark angels rejoice their triumph. On the other side, God is crying. Bear in mind, you&#8217;re precious within the eyes of God. Yes! You have to kill your bad side of human nature and defeat Satan by yourself. How fantastic bragging to friends and say out loud that you defeated the kingdom of darkness by yourself. Renew your <em>suicidal thoughts</em>, fight, and be a winner to righteous.</p>
<p><strong>Eradicate Suicidal Thoughts Inside your Mind</strong></p>
<p>Feel all of the pain that you can endure. Cry it out as hard as you can and tell everything about your <em>suicidal thoughts</em>, tell your friend(s) about your encounters. Do not be concerned about how people react; after all they&#8217;re not in your shoes to really feel why you&#8217;re encountering <em>suicidal thoughts</em>.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t forget how God lighted up our life; how He gave us hope to go on. Never regret people who can&#8217;t love you. Someday, somehow, somewhere, they are going to realize that living without you will be the kind of life they hate to have. Forget about <a target='_blank' href="http://justingilpin.com/how-to-die" title="Suicidal Thoughts">suicidal thoughts</a> and carry on again.. and this time, live it up with God.</p>
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		<title>Natural Remedies for Panic Attacks</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:58:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Pamela Mcgough</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you have a panic attack you should try to do an activity that a person gripped by fear normally wouldn't do, especially if it can make you feel like you're the boss of your situation. When you complete it successfully, have a little celebration for yourself and notice how amazing YOU are!]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you have a panic attack you should try to do an activity that a person gripped by fear normally wouldn&#8217;t do, especially if it can make you feel like you&#8217;re the boss of your situation. When you complete it successfully, have a little celebration for yourself and notice how amazing YOU are!</p>
<p>Both cigarettes and alcohol can be triggers for panic attacks so it&#8217;s best to avoid them if you&#8217;re a frequent sufferer. Instead, drink warm tea to help relax your body and mind, especially a non-caffeinated herbal tea or green tea. Green tea is excellent for your health as well.</p>
<p>Consider asking your local government if they have any sort of assistance, like free therapists, for people with low income who suffer from panic attacks. The government would like you to find a great job and pay them more income tax, so often they&#8217;ll help you find someone to talk to.</p>
<p>One way to decrease the symptoms of a panic attack is by correcting your posture. During a panic attack, people tend to cross their arms and draw their legs up tightly against their body. It is a naturally protective position, but it tends to restrict breathing, which can increase the severity of your symptoms. Try to be aware of your posture during a panic attack. Stand or kneel, if possible. This allows you to breathe more evenly and calm down more quickly.</p>
<p>Realize that feelings are just feelings and that they can&#8217;t harm you while you&#8217;re having a panic attack. Stand still for just one minute and let the feelings drain out of your body. Try to blank your mind out and then replace those bad thoughts with positive ones about the people you love.</p>
<p>When you&#8217;re in the grips of a panic attack you should try to help others or make them feel great. Offer a compliment, or help someone out, and the resulting warm, fuzzy feeling you get can help to relax your body and loosen the hold the panic attack has on you.</p>
<p>If you are prone to panic attacks, it is important that you try to limit the amount of stress that is present in your life. Stress is the main cause of panic attacks. Try doing things that you enjoy and have not done in a while to find something that makes you happy.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re feeling a panic attack come on, do something! Wash the dishes, take a bath, go for a long walk, but make sure you do something that either burns up your excess energy or helps to calm you down. Take the long walk and then follow it up with the long bath!</p>
<p><a target='_blank' href="http://anxietyreliefx.com/preventing-anxiety-attacks-naturally/">Preventing Anxiety Attacks</a> and <a target='_blank' href="http://anxietyreliefx.com/">Anxiety Relief</a> ? very helpful resources on panic attack treatments.</p>
<p>If you take medicine to help with your anxiety, is important that you do not stop taking your medicine because you think that you are cured. If you do this, you may revert back to your old anxious ways. Try to follow through to the end of your medication period.</p>
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		<title>Treatment, Reasons and Symptoms of Panic Attacks</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 20:13:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martha Plank</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[To cut down on the amount of stress that someone feels they should increase the amount of exercise that they do. Stress is one of the leading causes of panic attacks. If someone can rid their lives of stress, they will be able to have less panic attacks and enjoy their lives more.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To cut down on the amount of stress that someone feels they should increase the amount of exercise that they do. Stress is one of the leading causes of panic attacks. If someone can rid their lives of stress, they will be able to have less panic attacks and enjoy their lives more.</p>
<p>If you understand how breathing can change your mood, you can control your anxiety. If you lengthen or slow down the speed of your exhalation, your body and mind will begin to relax. If you slow down the speed of your inhalation, you will stimulate your body and your mind.</p>
<p>During a panic attack you can be overtaken by worrisome &#8220;what if&#8221; statements, so a great way to get out of that mindset is to change them to &#8220;So what?&#8221; For example, &#8220;What if I fail my test?&#8221; turns into &#8220;SO WHAT if I fail my test?&#8221; Nothing is so bad it&#8217;s worth suffering over!</p>
<p>If you are prone to panic attacks, it is helpful to discuss them with a health professional. Otherwise you are liable to feel vulnerable to terrifying feelings of impending doom or death at any time. Take the time to talk with a mental health professional about your attacks to see what kinds of treatments you find effective.</p>
<p>During a panic attack, one of the worst things you can do is allow the symptoms to get the best of you. Rather than trying to fight the attack, go with the flow. Use your imagination to pretend that the sensations are flowing around you rather than through you. Above all, concentrate on your breathing. Take slow even breaths, and try to remain calm. Eventually, the adrenalin will burn off, and you will feel yourself becoming more relaxed.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s a scary thing to see your child having a panic attack. The first thing that you should do is to try to get them to slow their breathing down. Many anxiety attacks consist of rapid breathing. You child may not be able to gain their composure without the help of your guidance.</p>
<p>It is important to help someone who is having a panic attack to regain control of his or her breathing. Encourage the person to try their best to take deep breaths and to breathe slowly. This can help to lessen the intensity of the panic attack and make it pass more quickly than it would on its own. It&#8217;s important that you don&#8217;t panic too, as this will only aggravate the situation.</p>
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<p>To help you get through a panic attack it&#8217;s important to work on your breathing technique. Grab a paper bag or cup your hands and then breathe slowly in and out while covering your mouth. This will help you relax and your panic attack should pass and end very quickly.</p>
<p>Calm yourself during a panic attack with relaxing, positive thoughts. Visualize yourself in your favorite place on Earth, surrounded by people you love, doing something you enjoy more than anything else. You might imagine yourself at Niagara Falls at the Butterfly Conservatory, watching all of the gorgeous creatures flit around.</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:28:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Sarah Lamontagne</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[No matter how much a panic attack makes you want to run and hide, DON'T. Stand up to your fear and stay right where you are. Once you realize that every time you don't run nothing happens your brain will start to figure out that the fear thing isn't working, and it won't be able to take you over anymore.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No matter how much a panic attack makes you want to run and hide, DON&#8217;T. Stand up to your fear and stay right where you are. Once you realize that every time you don&#8217;t run nothing happens your brain will start to figure out that the fear thing isn&#8217;t working, and it won&#8217;t be able to take you over anymore.</p>
<p>It is important that you understand that panic attacks and anxiety attacks are a part of life. They are not something that you should feel embarrassed about. Everybody feels anxious about some things. It is important that you understand this so you can communicate how you feel to others in a stress free environment.</p>
<p>Consider picking up, &#8220;You Can Heal Your Life&#8221;, by Louise Hay and find out what the symptoms of your panic attack are telling you. The book describes each symptom and how your brain can cause it to show you that there is something going on in your life, like the fact you&#8217;re not able to discuss your feelings openly.</p>
<p>It is very hard to deal with your anxiety issues if you feel as if you are alone. When you are trying to deal with your panic attacks, it is important that you have people around you to help get through your issues and problems. That is what friends are for after all.</p>
<p>Some people experience panic attacks while driving or riding in a car. Should this happen to you, opening the car windows a bit for some fresh air on your face should help. If it&#8217;s summertime, crank the air conditioning for a bit which should cool your head and calm your nerves. If you are flying, open the overhead fan all the way to cool yourself and calm down.</p>
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<p>An excellent exercise to try during a panic attack is to move in slow motion. Perform every action with deliberate thoughts and in the minutest detail. Slow down all of your movements and try to slow down your breathing as well. Concentrate on what you&#8217;re doing to the point that you hear nothing else.</p>
<p>In the middle of a panic attack, visualize a peaceful scene. It may be hard to do this at first, but with a little practice you will be able to ride out a panic attack by visualizing a peaceful place and allowing yourself to relax until the panic attack subsides.</p>
<p>Taking control of your actions during a panic attack is a great way to get it over with quickly. If you&#8217;re frozen with fear, then you need to move; if you feel like running away, you must stand still. Battling back against the fear is the greatest way to beat it for good!</p>
<p>Work through your panic attack by disempowering it. Remind yourself over and over again that the attacks have never hurt you and don&#8217;t have the ability to do so. Tell yourself that you know what it is and know that it will pass. Remember that it is only sensations you are feeling, that sensations are harmless, and that you have the power to overcome them at will.</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:41:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Louis Alfred</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pick up a self-help book on panic attacks. Remember to read each word as you come to it, focus on understanding each sentence, and then each paragraph. Go back over the words until you really feel confident that you know what the author is saying.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pick up a self-help book on panic attacks. Remember to read each word as you come to it, focus on understanding each sentence, and then each paragraph. Go back over the words until you really feel confident that you know what the author is saying.</p>
<p>Someone suffering from panic attacks should find some form of exercise that they like doing and do it on a regular basis. It is important for people to realize that there are a lot of stresses that affect their lives. Taking part in exercises that they find entertaining can help relieve some of the panic attack-inducing stress.</p>
<p>If you suffer from panic attacks, reduce or eliminate your caffeine intake by switching to decaffeinated versions of your favorite beverages. Caffeine can intensify anxiety and feeling jittery, which may trigger a panic attack. Cut back slowly if you consume a lot of caffeine to prevent headaches and other withdrawal symptoms.</p>
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<p>Keep in mind as you have a panic attack that everyone has problems, and that everyone has an off day. Even the rich and famous have negative situations, and their&#8217;s are plastered on the front of papers around the world! Nothing is so bad that it&#8217;s worth letting yourself get worked up over it. Channel that energy into solving problems instead.</p>
<p>Exercising on a regular basis can help you to control the amount of panic attacks you have. Panic attacks often come from a build up of stress. Exercise has proven to be a great stress reliever and can help to cut back on the number of panic attacks you have.</p>
<p>Talk to your feelings out loud when you&#8217;re having a panic attack. Let them know that you&#8217;re the boss and that you really want them gone as quickly as possible because you refuse to be a host for their ridiculousness. Tell them that you&#8217;ll be here when they&#8217;re gone and that you&#8217;ll always outlast them!</p>
<p>As you experience a panic attack, you should focus on your feelings and write them down in a journal. You must focus on your REAL feelings, not fears of what might happen to you down the road. Keep to what you feel right now, and how you think those feelings relate to your pre-attack state.</p>
<p>If you are particularly prone to panic attacks, it is important that you do things that make you happy. You should try exercising more regularly. Regular exercise releases hormones to your brain that allow you to stay happier and more stress free. Try this if you want to limit your panic attacks.</p>
<p>The first part of battling anxiety and your panic attacks is to identify all the different signs and symptoms of your specific panic attacks. Once you know all the signals, you will be able to tell when you are beginning to feel a panic attack. This will help immensely.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you want to limit the number of panic attacks your child experiences you should choose the foods you feed them carefully. Highly processed foods can make your child's blood sugar to spike and lead to their panic attacks. Feeding your child healthy foods can help them to be as healthy as they can be and diminish their panic attacks.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you want to limit the number of panic attacks your child experiences you should choose the foods you feed them carefully. Highly processed foods can make your child&#8217;s blood sugar to spike and lead to their panic attacks. Feeding your child healthy foods can help them to be as healthy as they can be and diminish their panic attacks.</p>
<p>When you&#8217;re in the grips of a panic attack you should try to help others or make them feel great. Offer a compliment, or help someone out, and the resulting warm, fuzzy feeling you get can help to relax your body and loosen the hold the panic attack has on you.</p>
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<p>As you use a breathing technique during a panic attack, really concentrate on your breathing. Imagine the life being breathed into your body as you breathe in, and then the toxic thoughts and feelings going back out when you breathe out. Really visualize a glowing light going in and nasty dark smoke coming out.</p>
<p>One thing that may help you feel a little better about your anxiety and panic attack is to understand that everyone at one point in their life will experience some sort of panic attack. Whether it be a mild or chronic attack, everyone will experience the fear and panic that is anxiety.</p>
<p>Some processed foods, and many fast food items, can actually trigger panic attacks. I won&#8217;t name the company, but there is a type of fried chicken that would cause my heart to start palpitating within 30 minutes of eating it! Stick to wholesome, fresh foods you prepare yourself to avoid an attack.</p>
<p>Regulating the food you eat can help you to cut back on the panic attacks that you have. You should not eat overly processed foods as they can cause your blood sugar to spike. Keeping your blood sugar at stable levels can help to decrease the amount of panic attacks that you experience.</p>
<p>Realize that feelings are just feelings and that they can&#8217;t harm you while you&#8217;re having a panic attack. Stand still for just one minute and let the feelings drain out of your body. Try to blank your mind out and then replace those bad thoughts with positive ones about the people you love.</p>
<p>Using tactics to distract yourself during a panic attack can help you calm down faster. Try counting backwards from 100 as quickly as you can. Work on a complex math problem. Turn on the radio, and sing along to a song that you know. Concentrate on eating an apple. Do a crossword puzzle. Anything that requires focus and clear thinking is going to help you take your mind off of your anxiety and channel it into an activity that will help you relax.</p>
<p>When you&#8217;re having a panic attack you should try to play the opposites game. If you feel like running, stand still. If you feel like crying, start to laugh, Continue to do the opposite of the actions you feel you should be doing and your body will start to relax and get over the attack.</p>
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