Stress, depression and anxiety disorders are psychological challenges faced by many people. Managing your mind is like tending to a garden. Seeding your mind with good and resourceful thoughts will ward off a breakdown and will keep your mind in tip top levels.
Do you know that the fear of anxiety attacks by itself is the main trigger to cause anxiety attacks? Remember, manage your mind well using these psychological and physiological tips and you will live a positive and fulfilling life, free from stress and anxiety attacks.
1. Following a balanced diet is not only good for your weight and general health, but is a proven stress & anxiety management technique. Eating food rich in calcium, phosphorus and magnesium helps reducing stress and so does avoiding refined sugar.
2. Avoid large amounts of caffeine intake as it will induce anxiety symptoms and might lead to sleeping troubles as well.
3. Take more Vitamin B as it will help you in your battle with anxiety disorders and stress.
4. Exercising is an excellent stress & anxiety management technique – it eases the symptoms of anxiety and stress. During exercise endorphin is released and that helps in boosting your mood.
5. Massages help in decreasing stress and anxiety levels.
6. Analyze and face your problems and fears.
7. Think positive. Replace negative thoughts with positive ones
8. Write down your worries and fears.
9. Smile! Smiling releases our body’s natural drugs: Serotonin and Endorphins.
10. Don’t be a workaholic. If you work 12-14 hours every day and take no time off, your stress levels will inevitably rise. Know your limitations, take practical steps to reduce your workload, take time to relax and you will better manage your anxiety and stress.
11. Acupressure is an ancient Chinese technique that is believed to reduce stress, tension, and anxiety.
12. Listen, read or watch motivational materials. Remember, the first step to conquering panic anxiety attacks is to conquer the fear of having one!
