I have gotten better with it lately, however when I go for a haircut, there is always a point in the middle of it where my heart starts pounding and I realise I can’t get out of it. I’ll have my arms crossed, struggling to relax my body, and I’m trying not to breathe too hard while the person cuts my hair. I think it’s something about being strapped into an apron, having my movement restricted and not being able to freely get up and leave. 

I’ve found staying in conversation with the barber helps a lot. Does anyone have any advise about this? I’m not sure why it always happens, and when it does it really feels like I’m gonna panic.