Sexual Assault Just Saw My Attacker, Can't Breathe

[shrinkingviolet]

Thank you all so much. The yawning really did help. I started looking at pics from the last few years, good memories with my girls, they really helped too. Not hyperventilating anymore, cried a bunch so head hurts but chest loosening up. I can't thank you all enough for being there for me. I don't understand why I reacted as I did. Maybe I'm not as over it as I thought I was.

 

[sun seeker]

love the yawning thing that's going in my pocket

I've been struggling with shortness of breath and a feeling like I'm drowning for over a week now. I've had it occasionally since I was 13. There is a body memory in there somewhere that I haven't quite been able to get to. I've had to come up with strategies to get through this, and the yawning does help.

 

[sun seeker]

Glad to hear you're doing better @shrinkingviolet. That was a good idea, looking at happy pictures. Crying is good too. :)

Edited to add: I just noticed how odd it looks to tell someone it's good to cry and then put an emoticon of a smile. That's my tired brain...

 

[shrinkingviolet]

I'm sorry @sun seeker you are experiencing these so much but greatly appreciate the advice. Hugs to you if okay. :hug:

 

[sun seeker]

Nah, it's all good. I appreciate my body telling me there is something to work on, that way I can release it. Hugs always appreciated. Here are some back if you want them. :hug::hug::hug:

 

[shrinkingviolet]

Yes, thank you. :)