6 THINGS TO DO WHEN FEELING ANXIOUS

Everybody in their life goes through a period when everything seems to be falling apart, and that's when the anxiety kicks in - anxiety is the normal reaction of the body to stress. It is a feeling of fear or intuition about what’s to come next. 

Anxiety disorders - the most common form of emotional disorder, can affect anyone at any age. And whether you’re dealing with occasional bouts of anxiety or trying to manage excessive worries, doubts, and fears, having tools to help you calm your mind and body can reduce the intensity and duration of these feelings. 

HELLO! have few strategies that can relax your mind, ease your anxiety, and help you regain control of your thoughts so that you can feel better.

Maintain a Positive Attitude

To surmount anxiety, we must learn to pay attention to ourselves. The things you think of aren't always true - they are just thoughts that you created or reinforce. Make an effort to replace those negative thoughts with positive ones. keeping a positive attitude is the key to a happy mind. 

Take a Time-Out Or Go For a Walk 

Sometimes, the best way to stop anxious thoughts is to walk away from the situation. Taking some time to focus on your body and not your mind may help relieve your anxiety. Practice yoga, listen to music, meditate, get a massage, or learn relaxation techniques. Stepping back from the problem helps clear your head.

Identify what triggers your Anxiety

Anxiety disorder can be complicated, and triggers can be different for each individual. But some situations, sentiments, or experiences may cause symptoms of anxiety to begin or may make them worse. Write in a journal when you’re feeling stressed or anxious, and look for a pattern - this way you can manage your anxiety.

Talk to a friend

Tell people about how you feel, sometimes it's not easy to explain how you feel but, it is also essential to share what you're facing with friends and family when feeling overwhelmed, and let them know how they can help you. Talk to a physician or therapist for professional help. But TALK! 

Keep yourself healthy 

Never! I repeat never skip meals. Eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and staying connected to people who care about you are great ways to stave off anxiety symptoms. Follow some fitness tips and always keep energy-boosting snacks on hand.

Write down your feelings 

Writing always helps - it works as a friend when you feel like not talking to anyone but want to speak your heart out! A simple trick, write down what’s making you anxious - get it out of your head, and writing helps make the situation less daunting.

Accept the fact that you cannot control everything!

Anxiety is one of the many things that cannot be controlled, and accepting this fact will lift a lot of burden from your shoulders … and will ultimately end your worry. It is high time you train your mind to stop concentrating on things you cannot control.