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Posted 3/12/2018 2:38 PM (GMT -5)
Is it normal to feel like your swaying back and forth when standing and you close your eyes?
Posted 3/12/2018 3:23 PM (GMT -5)
JG,

Balance is primarily a function of the inner ear...but other factors contribute of course, such as vision...and being able to see a 'horizine line'.

Which is why when one's eye are closed, it is more difficult to feel balanced/centered.

One exercise that is recommended for adults is to stand on one foot with closed eyes. It is remarkably difficult. (as we age, we lose our ability to balance as we previously could) Starting out with 10 secs.on each foot...increasing the time as you are able is the goal.

Proper breathing is also key to good balance. I use to be dizzy a lot with my anxiety...and chronic hyperventilation was the issue. Be sure to practice your breathing excises!

S.C.
Posted 3/12/2018 3:46 PM (GMT -5)
Yea it’s freaking me out that I’m about to pass out or have an aneurysm as I have had a neck strain over last few days
Posted 3/13/2018 12:30 AM (GMT -5)
Actually your neck strain may be contributing to your dizzy/unsteady feelings. I have read that tension in the upper body can cause this...?

S.C.
Posted 3/13/2018 10:30 AM (GMT -5)
Thanks I am also noticing it happens after I have coffee. I have one cup daily but it seems it’s this happens about 30 mins after consuming
Posted 3/13/2018 10:49 AM (GMT -5)
Literally just finished a coffee and am shaky anxious dizzy
Posted 3/13/2018 11:21 AM (GMT -5)
Well of course caffeine is a stimulant, and would therefore increase anxiety. I can drink coffee in the morning as long as I have eaten, and don't exceed my normal amount...

...but if my blood sugar is low, or if I have a strong brewed cup in the afternoon, it can make me really shaky and ill feeling.

Also, this could be GERD related. If you are eating/drinking a trigger food, the symptoms can be similar to, or exacerbate anxiety.

Just some thoughts...

S.C.
Posted 3/13/2018 11:33 AM (GMT -5)
Yea I haven’t eaten anything at all and now and hyperventilating and trying to calm down
Posted 3/13/2018 11:46 AM (GMT -5)
Oh man...horrible feeling! Sorry!

Yes, eat...and then get moving to burn off the adrenaline a bit.

I've been there and it's no fun...I hope you feel better soon!

S.C.
Posted 3/13/2018 12:34 PM (GMT -5)
Thabks am feeling better still in hear I am having a stroke or heart attack but trying to use coping
Posted 3/13/2018 1:39 PM (GMT -5)
I understand. When I am anxious I feel very lightheaded. I think I kind got used to that one, so now I have back pains.
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