(Using a throwaway account)

As soon as I feel any extreme anxiety or the beginnings of a panic attack, I immediately forget all of my coping techniques, breathing exercises, etc. I’m currently working on the DARE method with my therapist and it does work well...when I remember about it. Even when prompted by my wife “what can you do to calm down,” I’ll wind up responding that I don’t know, which makes me more panicked because I feel helpless.

Has anyone been able to get past this block? I have a good support system but it all goes out the window when my thoughts are racing. Any help is greatly appreciated.