Find Your Go-To Coping Techniques
There are several ways anxiety can attack. It could be an endless playback of looping thoughts that leaves you irritable and uneasy. It could also be that you struggle to focus due to your nervousness that keeps popping up, making it difficult to concentrate.
There are physical ways anxiety shows up, such as:
- Nausea [2] and stomach cramps [3]
- Fatigue
- Restlessness
- Headaches
- Appetite changes
Having a coping strategy in place can help you manage these symptoms once they occur. A coping technique might include some breathing exercises or creating a relaxing playlist to make you calm.
If you are struggling to sleep, it might help to consider some changes in your nighttime routine.
Some other techniques include yoga, journaling, or a hot bath, as it can help wind down your body and mind.