Today, I had an anxiety attack just from thinking about appearing on TV and being watched by a real audience. FML
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Today, I realised exactly how bad my social anxiety has gotten when I had a panic attack watching someone ask someone else out on a fictional show. FML
Today, I had a panic attack while giving a presentation on how to breathe to avoid having panic attacks. FML
Today, while trying to explain to my friends what an anxiety attack is like, I had an anxiety attack. FML
Today, I had a anxiety attack about taking my anxiety medicine. FML
Today, I was talking about phobias and anxiety disorders in psychology class. I nearly had a panic attack because I was worried that someone might realize I suffer from them. FML
Today, I realized how truly insecure I really am when the guy in the show I was watching looked straight into the camera and I immediately looked away. FML
Today, my social anxiety is so bad that the mere thought of talking to anyone, even someone who isn't even real, makes me feel ill and uneasy. FML
Today, because I thought I was about to have an asthma attack, I had a panic attack. Then, the panic attack caused me to have a real asthma attack. FML
Today, in health class we were watching a documentary about anxiety. My teacher asked if any of us often feel anxious. I was too anxious to raise my hand, and went into a minor panic attack. FML
Today, to help me get over my crippling social anxiety, my therapist encouraged me to sing in front of a crowd, since I actually have a fine singing voice. I ended up fainting onstage, mid-song. FML
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DocBastard 40
Now imagine the panic attack you'll have when you see how famous you've become by having an FML published.
MsConfusedd 27
You don't just want to watch the world burn, you actually pour the gasoline and light the match.
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Comments (51)
AnthonyWheeler15 24
Awe sorry OP, anxiety sucks but try and take steps to make it better so then you can at least relax with some television!
TheCanucklehead 22
Think about this. At least you're on the television
debbster7 18
Suffering from an anxiety disorder myself, I know how hard it can be to deal with a panic attack. I'm curious though. What made you think about being on tv I'm the first place?
DocBastard 40
Now imagine the panic attack you'll have when you see how famous you've become by having an FML published.
MsConfusedd 27
You don't just want to watch the world burn, you actually pour the gasoline and light the match.
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OP probably takes comfort in the fact that his/her face and identity are concealed on FML...
Zaros_fml 24
There are no secrets on the internet, 25.
saraitkddh 47
calm down satan
eddeeezzyy 19
And on the next episode of 1000 Ways To Die...
nattynatters 14
Could be like The Truman Show. Watch out! Try to leave and see what happens.
Croooow 11
Once in a public speaking class I took, the very first day, we had to approach the front of the class and stand there as if we were going to give a speech. I nearly fainted. I was getting gray around the edges of my vision. So I feel you. Then later that semester a girl giving an informative speech about a heart condition passed out due to said heart condition. Very effective speech, that.
steffidallasbfl 16
Stay strong op.! I've had anxiety attacks before because I've had to present in front of my class. You're not alone (:
iLike2Teabag 27
Hopefully you didn't have another one when you submitted the story to FML, where thousands of people will see it.
perdix 31
Are you scheduled to appear on TV? If so, that is understandable. A doctor can prescribe some anti-anxiety drugs to help you, or you could just get drunk. If you are waiting for the Publishers' Clearinghouse to come to your door with an enormous check, you're nuts!
SmokinGuns 13
OP should get high, not drunk. Atleast if they're high they'll be in a good mood and not make a complete fool out of themselves when they stumble on stage.
cakefete2 31
Perdix, you think doc bastard will write OP a prescription?
tomgun_fml 16
It would be scary if you actually where... I don't think you have to worry you just got real into the show.