My therapist suggested mindfulness for my panic attacks but when I pay attention to my breathing I start hyperventilating and feel worse.
More people experience this than they realize.
Direct attention to bodily sensations can overwhelm someone whose nervous system is already dysregulated without proper scaffolding.
“Where Are You with Mindfulness as psychological intervention?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.