Anxiety and How to Release It
Anxiety. That feeling of worry, of a million thoughts running through your head, of feeling nervous or uneasy, of your heart beating fast, and being unable to turn your thoughts off. We’ve all experienced anxiety at some stage in our lives; however, many of us experience it far more frequently in our everyday lives. For those who suffer from this, it can be all-encompassing and incredibly debilitating.
Anxiety symptoms can be physical and mental and include the following.
Racing heartbeat
Headaches
Feeling dizzy or lightheaded
Chest pains
Sweating
Feeling breathless
Feeling hot
Shaking
Loss of appetite
Feeling nervous or tense
Being unable to relax
Being unable to stop worrying about the past or future
Fear of the worst happening
Obsessive thoughts you can’t switch off
Insomnia
Being unable to concentrate
Compulsive behaviour, such as constantly checking things
If you suffer from anxiety, there are several things you can do to help alleviate the feelings and live a calmer, more peaceful life.
Ask Yourself a Question
The next time you notice yourself worrying about something and being unable to stop thinking about it, ask yourself this simple question.
“How likely is it (on a scale of 1 to 10) that the thing I’m worried about will happen?”
Often, many people worry and are anxious about things that are unlikely to happen. By asking this question, you can determine whether your anxious thoughts are grounded or not.
Focus on Your Breath
If thoughts are running around and around in your head and you’re feeling increasingly anxious, focusing on your breathing can help.
When you notice yourself becoming anxious, stop for a moment, close your eyes and bring your attention to your breath. Inhale through your nose for a count of 4 and exhale through your mouth for a count of 8. Do this evenly and deeply for several breaths. While doing this, turn your attention to feeling your belly and chest rise and fall as you breathe and keep focus on your breathing. Focus on the feel of the air as it flows through your nostrils all the way to into your lungs and out again. Each time you exhale, let you mind and body let go and relax. Continue to do this focused breathing for 5-10 mins.
Doing this allows your nervous system to calm down. Changing the rhythm of your breath sends signals to your brain to stimulate your parasympathetic system which slows your heart rate down and slows your brain waves down to a state of relaxation, calm and clarity.
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Share Your Thoughts with a Therapist
Talking to someone about your anxious thoughts can make a huge difference in how you feel, as your quality of life directly relates to your anxiety levels. A therapist can help you put things into perspective, ease your anxious thoughts and help you live a calmer life. At Thashna Walsh Lifestyle Therapy (TWLT), we specialise in Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), which gets straight to the root of the problem and gives you instant and lasting results.
If you’re ready to start living a life that isn’t crippled by anxiety, We are here to help. Click the button below to book your free, no-obligation call to get started on your journey.
