A few suggestions: *Think of the [pressure points](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pressure_point) people use when getting acupuncture. They are calming to most people when massaged/ touched gently. If you were to go to the ER for the panic attack, doctors will often massage the pressure point on your palm (or give you Xanax/Valium) * Count out "one two three four" and picture creating a side of a box with each count to four. Create little countdown boxes in your head. * ask your doctor about Xanax. * realize that part of coming down is getting your heart rate down. Do some slow stretches, lay down, try to otherwise occupy your mind by staring at your fish tank or cat as he purrs. Watch each breath. Take deep breaths. In .... Out ... * lay down, tense up your whole body, and concentrate on loosening each muscle one at a time. Feel your shoulders loosen. Then your arms and hands. Then your chest. Keep going to your toes. Good luck :)