Finding coping mechanisms

I am currently 4 months into my sobriety. I often still sometimes get anxiety/anger so bad, it gives a feeling in my chest of it about to explode. I was wondering if anyone has any good coping mechanisms to help with these feelings I get, which often trigger me?

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Hey @harterjmRecognize, breathe, process. Triggers are shit. Finding a good psychologist/therapist can help. Getting on the right medication helped me a lot. I get it. I was constantly thrown into shitty panic attacks, even went to the er because I honestly thought I was going to die of a heart attack.

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I like to play with my cats- yes im a crazy cat person. But they are so genuine and bring no malice. They just take my mind off all the shit

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dont take my advice: but i smoke a cigarette. Calms my nerves, gives me some time by myself.

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I used to experience something like this early in my recovery journey as well (PAWS). That is a tough thing to cope with. This may not help but I started to really focus on my surroundings while focus on my breathing. I would pay attention to small details around me, start with something right in front of me and work my way out. Noting every detail and texture.

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For me it was always important to remember that the feeling was temporary and would pass. I know that is easier said than done, but I try my best to remain calm and tell myself it will pass.

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