Living with anxiety can be very difficult. What may begin as a little more stress than usual can quickly turn into full-blown anxiety that leaves you suffering from crippling panic attacks or constantly feeling stressed and worried, even for no apparent reason. Although there are many pills which you could get from your doctor to help you with anxiety, there are other, more natural methods of getting back in control. We’ve listed some of the best alternatives to medication for managing anxiety.
Meditation:
Practicing mindfulness meditation is quickly becoming one of the most popular ways to effectively deal with mental health problems such as anxiety. Thanks to the hundreds of free guided meditation videos tutorials available on YouTube, for example, you can easily become a meditation master from the comfort of your own home. Meditation encourages you to take back control of your stressful thoughts, feelings, and emotions to feel more relaxed and confident.
Healthy Diet:
Did you know that the foods you eat will affect your mental health as well as your body? Without the right nutrition as fuel, your brain will also find it difficult to function in a healthy manner. Eating healthily, for example, switching unhealthy snacks to fruit and vegetables, eating plenty of protein in your diet, and only allowing yourself to eat junk food as an occasional treat, isn’t just good for improving your figure – it’ll also help you to clear your mind and relieve your stress levels. Additionally, don’t forget to ensure that you stay hydrated by drinking 6-8 glasses of water each day.
Talking Therapy:
Last but not least, it can be very difficult for people who suffer from anxiety problems to deal with them alone successfully. Often, being able to get a fresh perspective from somebody else can be very useful in helping you to see your issues in a new light and determine the best way to deal with them effectively. Talking therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are excellent for learning new ways to cope with and control your anxiety problems.
Physical Exercise:
Exercising releases ‘feel good’ hormones, helping to reduce stress, improve your mood, and help you to relax. So, although you might not feel like going for a run when you’re stressing out, it can actually be the best thing for you! Even getting out for a short walk when your anxiety is getting too much will help to clear your mind. You can read more about the mental and physical benefits of getting regular exercise at examinedexistence.com.
Improved Sleep:
Lastly, getting a better night’s sleep can make it easier for you to manage your anxiety symptoms. Good sleep hygiene habits, such as trying to go to bed and wake up at the same time, avoiding screen time before bed, and only getting in bed when it’s bedtime can make it easier for you to get into a good sleep routine.
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