Some borrowed tips...

Here are some tips that I'm borrowing from a blog called "in the moment" who inturn borrowed them from another place...

An eight point plan from Psychotherapist Jerilyn Ross which I borrowed from Oprah
1. Expect, Allow and Accept That Fear Will Arise.
If you have panic disorder, expect that you'll have to deal with it.

2. When Fear Comes, Stop, Wait, and Let it Be.
Our urge is to run from fear. Running only re-sensitizes you. Stay with it and allow the feeling to be there.

3. Focus on the Present.
Use your senses to get grounded. Touch; smell; notice the colors and sounds around you.

4. Label Your Level of Fear from zero-10.
A level of 0 is calm; 10 is pure panic. When you reach a 10, you can't do anything but "ride the wave." There's peace on the other side of panic.

5. Ask Yourself, "What Am I Really Afraid Of?"
Work your way through every "what if" scenario.

6. Ask Yourself, "What is Actually Happening?"
Compare reality to your fear.

7. Function With Fear — Be Proud of Your Achievement.
Even if you're doing everyday things, it's an advancement. Feel good about each step you've taken.

8. Expect, Allow and Accept That Fear Will Reappear.
Understand that this is a condition you have. Take the fear out of the fear.