Travel Anxiety

Mental health
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i am going on a hen do to Zante tomorrow and i am beside myself already.! Although its a ‘party’ type place, the hen party are sensible and it wont be a mad mad time, plus theres 6 of us and some of us like to not be home too late etc so it wont be too crazy. Im only going for 4 days but my anxiety is through the roof about the flight, being away from home in general and worrying about needing a hospital.
I have SVT too which symptoms are very infrequent, i had my last episode nearly a year ago which was when i was diagnosed so i am also worrying about that happening when i am abroad.

Does anyone have any techniques for anxiety before travelling and also during? Many thanks!

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Don’t let anxiety hold you back! Go, have fun! The more you limit yourself because of the anxiety the stronger it seems to have a hold on things that you do or enjoy. If for any reason you have a panic attack just remind yourself that the panic attack will go away, If you feel one coming on for any reason take a quick break from everyone go walk, take deep breaths, and relax your body and mind. As far as the flight, possibly take a dramamine or a small dose of benadryl those seems to help relax in cases like this.
Best Wishes!

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thanks so much for your message! Thanks for the tips - they are really helpful. I have been taking deep breaths and just taking it as it comes. :slight_smile: