First and foremost, you MUST
realize this Anxiety attack for what it is when you are having one.
Understand that you ARE HAVING AN ANXIETY ATTACK, and that it won't
last forever. Most attacks only last anywhere from a few minutes up
to no longer than a half an hour. Give or take.
Even though it may be difficult,
try to lay down and RELAX. If you can't lay down, sit still, close your
eyes and focus on slow, even, breathing. This will help ease the symptoms
somewhat. Not completely mind you, but enough that you can make it through.
The REAL trick in battling
Anxiety is to redirect your train of thought. Keep yourself as busy
as you can and let the thoughts of fear of an oncoming attack melt away.
They will. And the more you practice this reversal of thought, the better
you will get at it and be able to manage your Anxiety attack better
the next time you feel one coming on.
If it becomes too much to manage on your own, seek medical assistance quickly. Don't feel stupid for having to call an emergency squad. That's their job! These courageous folks get calls like this ALL THE TIME, so you shouldn't feel the least bit of embarrassment or guilt in needing their aid.