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You can greatly improve your quality of life when you learn how to manage your anxiety. Anxiety management is being able to live with your anxiety and still function at your best.
When you’re feeling stressed or anxious. Follow the below tips to help change your mood.
Distract yourself with something that you’ll enjoy like a movie or a puzzle. Do something that relaxes you and helps you clear away the anxiety. Listen to soft music, meditate, stretch, or exercise.
Learn and practice relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing.
Taking deep breaths helps give your body and brain more oxygen while helping you relax. Inhale slowly, and count to 10. Then exhale slowly to a count of 10. Do this at least four times for maximum effect. Doing this as you lay in bed, ready to fall asleep, can help you drop off faster.
A massage is a great way to take time out from the stresses of daily life. Or do something simple such as eating your favorite food or indulging in a snack.
When you feel anxiety or stress reactions coming on, repeat a simple mantra such as “I am enough”, or “everything will be okay.”
Putting on a funny movie or watching a silly video, is a great way to relieve stress.
Writing down your thoughts can help you pin down what triggers your anxiety. Keep a journal and write down when you’re anxious. After a while, look for patterns to see what’s triggering your anxiety.
Speaking with friends, family, and professionals – doctors or therapists – can help you calm down when you’re feeling overwhelmed.
Healthy snacks help keep your body chemistry balanced and nourishes your brain. Some foods thought to help boost mood include nuts, yogurt, green leafy vegetables, citrus, and berries.
Too much alcohol or caffeine can heighten anxiety as well as cause panic attacks. If you like to drink coffee or tea, try a decaffeinated brand.
A well-rested body is better able to handle stress. Also, when you’re experiencing anxiety or stress, your body needs more sleep to recover.
To learn more ways about managing your anxiety, schedule your appointment today with Complete Neurological Care, conveniently located throughout New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey. We offer the skills and technology necessary to diagnose and treat common neurological concerns.
