Hi there
welcome to this post . I actually went through something similar. I think it is important that your partner is supportive and understanding of it . But apart from that there is very little he can do for you . This is my experience and see how it may apply to you .
I know for myself because of my anxiety I tend to overreact. My partner said something and I just went off the ranks... I just lost it .My thoughts spiral out of control in a split second. I jump onto ten other conclusions that weren’t true at all. It was all happening in my little head. Nothing to do with him . ..lucky we were able to work through it all.
But what I have learnt from that experience is sometimes I have to take it a bit slower to whatever it is that is causing me anxiety ...and pause for a little .Breathe some air into it. it does come with practice ...but mostly it starts with self awareness.
Being aware of what triggers you off and understanding the underlying reasons why you feel the way you feel . Now all this requires you to be patient and kind to yourself . Be ok with not knowing too. A key thing I have learnt is really to say to your partner .I need a little time . I’m just having a little moment.
And then take the time to regain your composure. It is ok that your heart races..you start to sweat ...just keep breathing and focus on that ...count it out if you have to. And it will normalise. Be very kind to yourself and know that it will be totally ok. I have used meditation videos to help with my breathing too and clearing the cloudy thoughts in my head. But understand that this journey is yours and you decide at what pace you are travelling and you are always in control .
Try Jason Stephenson meditation video...he is brilliant ...many others as well on internet that might suit ...but look them up ...it will help you .
Keep us posted and keep writing
Hope this helps you
