Anxiety Thoughts Hacks

If you find yourself having anxiety-causing thoughts, start narrating your surroundings, like objects or actions. For inspiration, try to remember the following...

[S.O.B.E.R.]

STOP.

OBSERVE what causes the anxiety.

BREATHE at least 5 deep breaths. Make sure to feel the air going in and out of your lungs, and your lungs themselves.

EXPAND your senses.

REACT in a calm, collected way.


[For the senses, follow this]

-5 things you can see

-4 things you can touch

-3 things you can hear

-2 things you can smell

-1 thing you can taste


[More Knowledge]

-If you feel overwhelmed by your thoughts, try to mentally "step back" and observe them from a distance in your head.

-Recognize when you have anxious thoughts, and reflect on them.

-Limit Caffeine and energy drinks to only what you need to stay alert.

-Limit Alcohol

-Try to get some sleep. If you have trouble sleeping, check here

-Regularly exercise if you can. It can be a light exercise.

-You can also carry around an object that you can play with and observe. Lavender essential oils also help with anxiety, however, avoid Lavender-based topical products or consuming Lavender, as it can disrupt hormones.


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