Making decisions are things I always do with a clear head and in a peaceful state as making the wrong one can alter certains things in one's life. When I am afraid, I focus on bring my thought to a state of calm and Bliss. Music often helps in thinking rightly and well.
Yeah I believe we all do too about the panic mindset. But it's how to control it that proves to be the difference. While some do certain awkward things and end up a making terrible decisions.
I always ensure to bring my mind under calm no matter the situation by focusing on the positives in life rather than letting fear have the upper hand. Having a deep breath or focusing on getting to sleep. That always help when I am in such situations. Pretending to be calm can actually also help one achieve calmness.