So Im not sure if im the only one but I've realized that if im feeling bad and like ill have shortness of breath i try doing something to distract myself but for some reason i get worse and i only hyperventilate and get lightheaded. for example, i try painting but my breathing only gets harder and i feel like im not taking in enough breaths.
Doing something else sometimes can help but not if you are still alone because you are still fixating on the issue
I used to find calling a friend or family member just say fancied a catch up or going out it’s interaction with other people
It’s been alone with your thoughts that is not helpful
I use nostril inhaler when I feel shortness of breathe and it helps ! You should try