Disclaimer: these are just suggestions and tips to hopefully ease your mind during anxious moments. If you’re dealing with constant anxiety, of course, talk to your doctor.
Skip rest time
Why: You’ll feel better about yourself knowing that you put your mental health first.
Unhealthy eating/overeating
Why: By having your meals ready, it will keep you from relying on quick, unhealthy meals and snacks.
Smoke/vape
Why: Having other oral sensations helps replace the urge.
Lean on toxic relationships
Why: They only add on to your anxiety. Trust us.
Go on social media
Why: Although it may seem harmless, you actually are subjecting yourself to social comparison. In moments of anxiety, the last thing you need is the added stress of seeing what other people are doing. Focus on yourself and how you feel during these times. If you spend time with people in person and are engaged with them face-to-face, you will forget what people are doing online. In-person connection is important.
Drink caffeine
Why: The jitters, enough said.
Procrastinate
Why: You’re going to have to do it anyway so just get it done.
Overcommit to plans
Why: Too many upcoming plans can become overwhelming.
Avoid exercise
Why: Avoiding exercise when you have anxiety is common, but by working out it’ll refocus your mind and actually get you out of the rut you’re in.
Overthink
Why: Live in the moment. If you focus on the exact problem at hand, you will worry less about all the possible outcomes. Having an optimistic outlook will help you think of all the positive possibilities and results instead of the negative ones.
Not practice self-care
Why: Self-care will slow you down and allow you to relax and take the time you need for yourself.
Make assumptions
Why: By doing this, you can avoid making false assumptions. You know what they say: when you assume, you make an ass out of u and me.
From Poosh