Decrease your anxiety

Number 1: Face your fears

The most common mistake that people make in coping with their anxiety
is to avoid whatever situation triggers their anxiety
the long-term effect is actually to worsen your anxiety
Avoidance makes it extremely unlikely that your anxiety
will ever decrease as long as you
continue to avoid the situation







Number 2: Be in tune with your level of anxiety

Try to catch your anxiety as soon as it starts
You will have a much easier path to feeling better
when you intervene at the earliest possible point







Number 3: Know what helps you to relax

Make a list of enjoyable and relaxing activities
The list should be what YOU enjoy and find relaxing
There are endless options - take a walk
listen to music, take a warm shower
sit with your pet, imagine yourself on a warm beach






Number 4: Regularly practice something on your list

Even if you are not feeling intensely anxious at a particular moment
you can help reduce your overall anxiety level by regularly engaging
in enjoyable activities
Plus, the more comfortable you are with taking time to relax
the more likely you are to actually use your relaxing activities
at a time when you feel anxious






Number 5: Consider learning relaxation techniques

There are many options for relaxation techniques
Some types of relaxation include, diaphragmatic breathing
or deep-breathing, meditation
progressive muscle relaxation, and body scanning
Diaphragmatic breathing is one of the simplest techniques
that can be used whenever you feel anxious




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Best Wishes
NOOR