How To Reduce Anxious Thoughts For A More Peaceful Life
Do you find yourself dealing with racing, worried thoughts more often than not? Are you constantly plagued by “what ifs” or fears of the unknown? Maybe you can’t stop thinking about past mistakes or worrying about what the future might bring.
Sound familiar? If so, you’re likely dealing with anxiety, and you’re certainly not alone. It’s the most common mental health condition in the world. While anxiety impacts people differently, it can take a toll on your overall quality of life, sometimes making it difficult to simply get through the day.
While worrying here and there is fairly normal, there’s no reason anxious thoughts should take over your life.
Thankfully, there are things you can do to reduce those thoughts and find some peace. Let’s cover a few everyday practices you can use to fight against fear.
Practice Mindfulness
Mindfulness is more than just a buzzword, no matter how popular it’s becoming. It’s simply the practice of staying focused on the present. Close your eyes and take slow, deep breaths. Take note of how your body feels in that very moment. Listen to the world around you. Tap into your senses.
Thoughts will still try to creep in but don’t allow yourself to hold onto them. Visualize them as clouds passing by, and let them go.
Mindfulness takes some getting used to. It’s not easy to drown out the noise of anxiety. But, the more you practice it, the more effective it will become in your life. You can work it into your daily routine to start your day with a more peaceful mindset.
Get Physical
Most people understand the physical health benefits of regular exercise. But, did you know how good it is for your mental health, too?
Physical activity boosts serotonin levels in the brain. That’s the chemical responsible for feelings of happiness. Not only will exercise improve your mood, but it will reduce stress and anxiety while boosting your energy and confidence.
You don’t have to run a marathon to get the benefits of physical activity. Go for a walk each day, or find an activity you enjoy, like dancing or playing a sport.
Write in a Journal
Sometimes, the best way to get rid of anxious thoughts is to put them out into the open. But, you might not always have someone to talk to. Or, you might not be ready to open up about your feelings.
In those cases, write down your anxious thoughts in a journal. Consider keeping a small notebook with you at all times, so you can jot down what you’re thinking and feeling at any given moment. This action can remove anxiety’s power and put you back in control of your thoughts.
Get the Help You Deserve
While these techniques can really help with managing everyday anxiety, the best thing you can do for yourself is to reach out for help. Therapy is often the key to beating anxiety. A therapist will help you get to the root cause and work with you to develop effective strategies to fight back.
The good news about anxiety is that with the right help, it’s often very manageable. Anxious thoughts might always try to creep in. But, therapy will give you the tools necessary to keep those thoughts at bay. You’ll feel like you’re back in the driver’s seat, so you won’t succumb to thoughts of worry or fear.
If you’re struggling with anxiety and nothing seems to be helping, don’t hesitate to contact me. Fear doesn’t have to dictate your life, and taking your thoughts captive is very possible through anxiety therapy.
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