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How can I stop my hands shaking

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Last Updated: 06/01/2022 at 9:16am
How can I stop my hands shaking
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Top Rated Answers
Anonymous
April 29th, 2018 6:42am
Breathe in, breathe out. Stay calm don't stress out too much. You will be ok if you just keep calm and breathe.
Anonymous
April 1st, 2018 1:47am
It would help to have a bit more information about what is causing the person's hands to shake. It could be anything from fear to meds. I can't help here.
Anonymous
January 14th, 2018 5:28pm
Look at five things you can see, four things you can touch, three things you can hear, two things you can smell, one thing you can taste.
chaia
November 2nd, 2016 11:43am
Take deep breaths. It will be ok. When my hands start shaking I just take deep breaths and try to stable myself. It will be ok. You're strong. You got this.
Anonymous
January 24th, 2019 12:55pm
Your hands are shaking because you are nervous. You have to concentrate on your breathing to calm down first and your hands will stop to shake too. Close your eyes and concentrate on how you inhale air, also you should count slowly it helps too and if you are about to do a performance or make a speech in front of an audience you should think that the information you are about to give them or the movements you are gonna make or anything like that, are crucial for the audience and you won't concentrate about your nervousness so your hands won't be shaking anymore.
Darksunlightx
October 11th, 2019 1:02am
Your hands are probably shaking from feeling anxious, and It’s okay if you feel anxious or nervous in some way, I understand how you feel. Don’t be scared, and try to take a deep breath. Everything will be alright I’m here to listen to you, help you, and support you. You may also try to drink some water to calm down. Whatever you feel, I know it might seem hard at the moment but you are strong and will get through it. You are already here asking for help and that shows courage. I know it is difficult but I am here for you.
Anonymous
August 14th, 2016 3:33am
If your hands are shaking try taking deep breaths and holding it in for couple of seconds. Then breathe out slowly. Repeating this will help you focus on something other than whatever is causing your hands to shake and also help you calm down. Once you calm down your hands should calm down as well
ameliaglazner
August 14th, 2016 8:09pm
It's not really something u can stop forever. It happens to me a lot when I'm scared or anxious or worried. Just breath in and out slowly deep breaths and set both ur hands on ur thighs/knees and just keep them there and breath
DarkSideoftheRainbow
August 20th, 2016 3:48am
I would try using breathing exercises to focus on a part of your body that you can control. Inhale for ten, exhale for ten.
Tootsiyaah
August 27th, 2016 8:45pm
I had seen this problem once when my friends hand never use to stop shaking . The reason mostly is lack of confidence or being over whelmed at times . Just be yourself and forget the rest ! Your shake of hand would go away itself
imheretohelpyouXx
August 31st, 2016 11:25am
Well maybe try and detect why your hands are shaking. I would say go to a doctor or professional and get checked out to make sure everything's okay.
Anonymous
September 7th, 2016 11:19pm
Take deep breaths, focus on visible objects around you and your senses, helping your mind to come back to reality
Phillestertheangel
September 9th, 2016 11:19pm
You are perfect the way you are. Your hands shaking is part of your cute personality, trust me. Someone will love you and your shaking hands
Marribrown
September 10th, 2016 12:58am
Have you been to the Dr's. Maybe medication is needed. Or eating more. Sugars maybe? You should see your dr
Anonymous
September 15th, 2016 1:04am
When your hands are shaking, take a few deep breaths. Breathe in for four counts and out for four counts. It helps ease your anxiety and relax you.
SpaceAngel
September 20th, 2016 6:29pm
you cant! they shake on their own..so you cant stop it. but if you are doing it on purpose then you can stop anytime you want to..:P
SympathyRose
November 17th, 2017 4:24am
First; Try shaking out your hands. Sometimes, wringing them out can get rid of shakiness. Next, take a few deep breaths and try to clear your head. If that doesn't work, try grabbing on to somthing, or clasping your hands together. If you have a friend who understands, then holding hands with someone could help.
CharlieSharkie
May 11th, 2018 8:46pm
It depends on why they're shaking: If you're cold, do a few jumping jacks, jog on the spot and generally try to get the heart rate up. If it's because you're anxious or nervous, try to do the opposite-control your breathing by taking slow, deep breaths. Try to think happy thoughts too!
amiablePeace77
April 20th, 2018 9:03pm
Apart from a variety of reasons anxiety can be the cause. Deep breathing or other relaxation/distruction techniques might be helpful
calmingcloud133
June 7th, 2018 3:50am
Something I find that helps is focusing on your breathing going in and out of your body. Or, you can focus on something entirely different, like music or a game!
Anonymous
April 12th, 2018 3:15am
Breathing deeply. Don't focus on your hand. Focus on your breath. Don't think about other things. Don't care about your hand.
Anonymous
April 11th, 2018 2:23am
Take deep breaths and focus on the best case scenario for your situation. Try to remain calm throughout the task you are trying to complete and don't doubt yourself.
Anonymous
January 13th, 2018 3:32pm
Take a deep breath and think to yourself, "what is it that is causing this shaking" if it is something happening at that present time.. Can you remove yourself from the situation?
Anonymous
December 12th, 2017 10:58am
By putting them against a flat surface or concentrating on something you absolutely love to take your mind off them shaking. Thinking about things such as your pet, friends, achievements, all the moments you were proud of yourself.
Anonymous
December 6th, 2017 2:08pm
In my experience, shaking is a symptom of anxiety. So if you just went through an experience that could have caused you anxiety or you feel anxious or numb when the shaking is happening, anxiety might be the cause. If so, trying to actively stop your hands from shaking will likely just make the shaking worse as you become more and more anxious while doing so. Instead what I do when I experience anxiety symptoms that I want to stop is that I focus instead on relaxation and grounding coping skills to reduce my anxiety and by extension the symptoms.
Blossombypoetry71
February 1st, 2017 2:54am
my hands shake a lot when I'm nervous so I've picked up many tips and tricks to help with that problem. I sometimes use a stress ball and not one of those like boring foam ones but the ones with gel inside and it has more of a cool feeling to it (they sell them at Walmart, and the best ones are the ones shaped like sports balls) but I usually use that. but when that doesn't come in handy I sometimes drink chamomile tea it calms my nerves and settles the shakiness in my hands.
Anonymous
October 6th, 2016 6:29am
Hands shaking can be due to many different reasons, including anxiety or health problems. When I'm nervous, anxious, or have to perform a delicate task with my hands, I am prone to this issue too. My personal remedy is taking a deep breath (or three) and continuing with my task. This allows me to have a break wherever I am. If you are experiencing bad anxiety, 7 Cup's Anxiety Guide (https://www.7cups.com/anxiety-help/) or connecting to a listener may help you.
softVision31
October 12th, 2016 4:29pm
Think happy thoughts. Shaking hands is a sign of anxiety. Thinking of the things that makes you happy slows down the panic attacks. Deep breathes through your nose and exhale from the mouth.
Anonymous
October 12th, 2016 5:19pm
try relaxing breathing techniques. i found that breathing in 4 seconds, holding 4 seconds, and breathing out 4 seconds is helpful to calm yourself down.
Anonymous
April 1st, 2017 8:27am
What I have found helpful of your hands are shaking from anxiety is to take a couple deep breaths, in through your nose...hold it...out through your mouth. It will slow your heart rate, shaking hands and also gives you something to focus on which is needed sometimes.