Living with anxiety is never easy. There are about 40 million Americans live with an anxiety disorder, which is more than the occasional worry or fear. These ideas might help you find some peace the next time your mind and heart start racing.
Do a puzzle
It takes a lot of concentration to solve a puzzle, and you go through a lot of trial and error in the process. Turn on some music or a funny TV show, and let your hands do the work.
Blow some bubbles
As weird as it may sound, but bubbles might help you slow your breathing. It also forces you to take deep breaths and gives you something to focus on.
Just do something.
Stand up, take a walk, throw away a piece of trash from your desk — any action that interrupts your train of thought helps you regain a sense of control, Chansky suggests.
Listen to Good Mood Music
Music can have a powerful effect on your mood and anxiety. The key, however, is to not just choose songs you like. But make sure that you are listening to music that represents the way you want to feel. Happy or relaxing music can directly impact your mood and the way you feel.
Pet a furry friend
Take a moment and pet your dog or cat, and let their unconditional love remind you of all you have to be grateful for.
Try Some Aerobic Activity
During periods of anxiety, your body is filled with adrenaline. Putting that adrenaline toward aerobic activity can be a great way to improve your anxiety.
ACCEPT IT
As weird and as hard as it sounds, don’t push your anxiety away. Try your best to embrace it at the moment.
Tell yourself, yes I have anxiety, but I’ve made it through it every time before this and I will overcome it again.