There are various types of anxiety, some of which include:
It is important to take time out of your day to calm your mind. Whether it is to read a book or take a nap, you should always prioritize your well being. Here are a few things you can do to ease your anxiety:
Expressive writing, or writing about difficult emotions that you have about your life or a specific situation, has been found to be beneficial in a wide range of studies. You set a fixed amount of time, each day, to write out how you feel about difficult things that are going on.
Use the “4-6-8” breath technique at various times throughout the day. Breathe in through your nose for 4 counts, hold it deeply in your lungs for 6, and breathe out through your mouth for 8, breathing out tension as you do so and feeling your body relax.
This technique consists of focusing on your 5 senses and your surroundings, while taking your mind off your anxious feelings. Here's how you do it. Start by naming five things you can see in the room with you. Acknowledge 4 things around you that you can touch. Listen and name three things you can hear right now. Focus on two things you can smell right now. Finally, think about one positive thing about yourself. By doing these steps you will feel a bit more grounded.
If you or anyone that you know need help please seek a professional or consider looking at the resources below. Again, you're not alone and there are tons of people who are willing to help you!
Call the National Alliance on Mental Illness at 800-950-6264 if you're in a crisis
Text HELLO to 741741 to text with a Crisis Counselor if calling isn't your thing
The Mental Crisis Hotline provides education and support and can be reached at (888) 826-9438
If you feel like your anxiety is creating suicidal thoughts call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 immediately