Whether you feel anxious consistently or are only experiencing it for
the first time, anxiety is our body’s natural reaction to stress.
Everyone has different triggers which will set off the anxious feeling.
There are many different practices, remedies and brands, such as Royal CBD, which can help those with anxiety.
Here I’ll list some tips which can help you cope with anxiety, all from personal experience as I've previously shared about my own battle with anxiety; however,
it’s vital to identify what your triggers are to help you manage your
anxiety efficiently.
Symptoms of Anxiety
There are many
symptoms which are related to anxiety, both physical and mental. Anxiety
is different for each and every person; you may suffer from headaches
and chest pains, or experience issues concentrating and being unable to
relax.
Practise Breathing Exercises
As we face the feeling
of anxiousness, our pulses tend to start racing and the best way to help
stabilise our heartrate, bringing it back to a natural speed, is by
taking a deep breath.
There are countless breathing exercises
you can try. One of the simplest techniques is to get comfortable
sitting, close your eyes and slowly inhale through your nose, followed
by a deep exhale through your mouth. Repeat this a few times and try to
be as present as you can be, thinking about each breath you’re taking.
Keep A Diary
By writing down when you feel anxious, usually, you
feel slight instant relief as rather than stay within your head, you’re
putting pen to paper, which helps the anxious thoughts to feel less
daunting. If these anxious feelings have just started, by keeping a
diary, it will allow you to figure out what is triggering these
feelings.
Do Some Exercise
Whether you decide to go on a
short stroll around the park, partake in a 10-minute HIIT session or try
your hand at yoga, exercise gets our endorphins pumping which release a
feel-good feeling. This positive feeling will help overtake the anxious
feeling.
If you can, it’s advised to do exercise outside as fresh air and nature helps to lower anxiety and stress further.
Speak to Someone
Confide in a friend or family member, as they say, a problem shared is a
problem halved! Our family and friends are there to support us through
the tough times and will want to help as much as they can. Sometimes
it’s just nice to say how you’re feeling out loud and talking to someone
can be a relief in itself.
If you feel as though you can’t
speak to someone close to you, there are many helplines and charities
which can provide support; for example, Samaritans and Anxiety UK.
Look at Your Diet
What are you eating and drinking, are your
meals consistent, or do you eat sporadically? Ensuring we regularly eat
and drink helps to keep our blood sugar levels stable, which can affect
our energy and mood. It’s advised to eat plenty of protein (fish, lean
meat, cheese, eggs and legumes) and fruit and vegetables, which all help
to regulate our thoughts and feelings.
Try A Herbal Treatment
Whether you want to try incorporating chamomile tea into your regular
routine, spraying lavender onto your pillow before bed, there are many
herbal remedies which have been used to cope with anxiety.
In
recent years CBD for anxiety has been used, with studies reporting that
taking regular doses has helped to reduce anxiety levels. CBD helps to
stimulate the endocannabinoid system and make them work more
productively to help reduce anxiety.
1 in 13 people in the world
suffer from anxiety, so it’s helpful to remember that you aren’t alone
in feeling this way. Different coping mechanisms will work for different
people. Therefore, it’s important to find something which works for
you.
Hopefully, these tips will help you control your anxiety,
but if you feel as though you are unable to cope, or your symptoms are
worsening, it’s advised to speak to a healthcare professional. Do you
suffer from anxiety? What helps you to cope?
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