I've tried several different "coping strategies" over the years, and the one that has worked always, and with the least amount of effort, is repeating this affirmation. I still have it set as a daily calendar event with reminder so I'll see it, even though it's now memorized lolHow do you stop the fear response?
I sometimes struggle with getting in between the perceived fear and the fight/flight response, so by that point anxiety attacks kick in and it’s game over for me

(I didn't write this and don't recall now which blog it was in- I've used it for about 4yrs now)
Whether it's actually, logically true or not is irrelevant to me as it calms me. It makes me feel good!

"ALL is well. Everything is working out for my highest good. From this situation, only good will come to me. I am safe."
NOTE: I think is only for the perceived threats/ intrusive thoughts/feelings/body sensations...not real, actual physical threats.
Hth.

