Shortening of breath
Heart beating fast
Throat tightens up
Tears streaming down
My fists are clenched
My mouth is open
Nothing comes out
Deep breath in, deep breath out
Breathing becomes rapid
Tears fall faster
Heart races faster
My fists are clenched
My mouth opens once again
Nothing comes out
I drop to the floor
I sob between breaths
Hyperventilating
My mind runs wild
My thoughts attacking me
But then, gradually
My heart rate slows down
My mind takes it easy
The tears stop falling
I release my fists
I lay down
Silent
