In January 2013, I had, what was to me, a rather intense experience.
My partner asked me if I wanted to go out to the movies with her. It was a midday session, and within walking distance.
I thought about it, and felt this overwhelming sense of anxiety. I couldn’t identify the cause, though.
It was odd. The anxiety felt strong regardless of if I went with her or if she went alone (which she was going to do), however I felt no sense of danger to her, and nor did she.
The evening felt better, but still not 100%.
I decided to take some Bach Flower Remedies. Aspen (for anxiety) and Cerato (for clarifying intuition) and a minute later, I realized I was picked up the anxiety from her dog.
He’s a Doberman Pincher, and was nearly 14 years old (I use Swedish Bitters to increase his longevity and prevent Hips Dysplasia) but he is generally highly strung as it is.
What I was sensing was the anxiety he was going to feel when my partner was away. I explained this to her, and we both gave him some quality time for around an hour. The anxiety dissipated after that.
If you are having an anxiety attack, and you can’t find the source, remember to check any pets to see if they are the ones that are sending.
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