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Course overview
Lesson Overview

13.51 – Communicating After a Panic Attack or Shutdown: Recovery moments require gentleness toward yourself and patience from others. After a panic attack or emotional shutdown, words may feel far away, but small phrases help rebuild connection. Start with honesty—say, “I’m okay, I just need a moment.” This sets expectations and prevents misunderstanding. Breathing slowly while speaking calms your nervous system and signals safety. When you feel ready, describe what helps you feel grounded, such as quiet time or a glass of water. Sharing this information ahead of time with trusted people builds mutual understanding for future moments. Avoid rushing explanations or apologizing excessively; recovery takes steady pacing, not pressure. Each time you communicate clearly after distress, you teach others how to support you respectfully. Calm follow-up conversations later can deepen trust and self-confidence. Over time, communicating after overwhelm becomes part of emotional resilience, proving your strength doesn’t disappear—it simply re-centers before rising again.

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Practical training to help individuals independently manage personal care, household tasks, and community responsibilities, building confidence and self-sufficiency in daily life.

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