🎙️ Managing Panic Attacks: Tools to Regain Control & Reclaim Peace | Airing It Out Podcast (Ep. 49)

Ever felt like you’re losing control during a panic attack? You're not alone—and you're not powerless.

In this grounding and honest episode, Sam dives deep into what panic attacks actually are, how they affect our brains and bodies, and what you can do to manage them in real-time. Through lived experience, research, and reflections from the anxiety community, you'll discover simple, practical techniques to interrupt panic, calm your nervous system, and regain your sense of peace.

Whether you experience panic attacks yourself or want to support someone who does, this episode offers both understanding and hope. 💛

🧠 What You'll Learn:

The real reason behind panic attacks (it’s not “just in your head”)

Simple grounding tools: square breathing, sensory resets, and cold therapy

Reddit insights from people navigating panic in real time

A reminder: panic is temporary—you will be okay

How to support someone mid-panic without judgment

📚 Sources & References:

NHS on CBT: https://www.nhs.uk/men...

Mind UK – Panic Attacks: https://www.mind.org.u...

Cindy J. Aaronson - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzFObkVRSV0

Reddit threads:

   / how_do_i_bring_myself_...  

   / having_panic_attacks_r...  

💚 Need More Support?

We’re not professionals, but these are:

Mind UK – https://www.mind.org.uk

Shout (24/7 text support) – https://giveusashout.org

Samaritans – https://www.samaritans...

CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) – https://www.thecalmzon...

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