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When meditation triggers panic attacks

My therapist says meditation might help my anxiety but every time I close my eyes I have panic attacks.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Nervous system dysregulation can make contemplative practices activating rather than calming until safety is established.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Meditation and contemplation — the inner path?”

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