Panic Attacks

In the tempest of the mind's cruel storm,

A panic attack's fierce waves are born,

A suffocating grasp on breath and soul,

As darkness grips and takes control.

It starts with whispers, faint and sly,

Anxiety's tendrils begin to pry,

Till racing heartbeats wildly thrum,

And the world around begins to numb.

As shadows dance in frenzied glee,

Thoughts collide, a tangled sea,

A hurricane within the chest,

Battling fears that won't rest.

Time distorts in this frenetic space,

A prison of panic, no escape,

Gasping for a breath of air,

Lost within a nightmare's snare.

But hold on tight, this too shall pass,

Though terror grips like broken glass,

Remember, you're not alone,

In this tempest, courage is sown.

Reach out to those who understand,

A helping heart, a guiding hand,

In vulnerability, strength is found,

Within the darkness, love surrounds.

With patience, find a calmer shore,

Where panic's tide retreats once more,

Embrace the journey, heal and grow,

From this battle, wisdom will bestow.

For in the crucible of fear's embrace,

You'll find the strength to claim your space,

To rise above and stand tall,

A survivor, strong through it all.