+ EXPERT ADVICE | Wellness
Tips For
Easing
Anxiety 5
Stress and anxiety is a part of life, but you
can handle it a little bit easier by integrating
these tips into your daily routine.
Anxiety is something we all have to deal with at some
point in our lives. Job interviews, exams and awaiting
medical test results are all part of life and can
cause varying degrees of stress and anxiety for most people.
For some, however, anxiety isn’t just triggered by a particular
event, such as a hurricane or other natural disaster.
Instead it can impact their daily life. In addition to feeling
restless or worried on an almost constant basis, a person
with anxiety may have trouble concentrating or sleeping. In
particularly bad cases, he or she may experience dizziness or
heart palpitations.
Dealing with anxiety may be difficult, but it can be
done. Here are some tips for how to do so without resorting
to the use of medication.
1. Talk to someone about your fears and worries.
Confiding in a trusted friend or a relative can help alleviate
your anxiety, and he or she may even help you
find a solution to your problem.
2. Exercise more often. Not only will physical activity help
take your mind off of whatever is causing your unease but
it also releases endorphins, which are nature’s own happy
drug. This will naturally make you feel better and help
you combat your anxiety.
3. Take a break and some deep breaths. If you begin to
feel yourself becoming fretful, try and relax. Don’t become
anxious about your anxiety. Stop what you’re doing,
stand back and breathe deeply. If possible, leave whatever
you were working on when you began to feel nervous
and don’t come back to it until you feel more relaxed and
ready to deal with it.
42 Central Florida Lifestyle | September 2019
4. Keep a journal. This can help you identify the cause
of your anxiety if you’re not sure what it is. Journaling
can also be a good coping mechanism. Make a note
of your thoughts and feelings through the day. Writing
can be an alternative to speaking to someone if
you would rather keep your emotions private.
5. Don’t try to be perfect. It’s easy to worry about what
others think of you, whether it’s about how you perform
at work or in school or what you choose for your
hobbies. What’s important is to always give your best
and not let setbacks get you down. Anxiety is a normal
part of life, and it’s important to remember that
no matter what you do, the occasional bad days are
inevitable.
These five tips are designed to help you cope with
mild anxiety. However, if your anxiety becomes overwhelming,
you may need to seek the help of a doctor
for treatment.
By Louise Rush