Are there natural methods to cope with anxiety?
Aventurina
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Nov 5, 2014
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Camomille Tea, Breathing exercises, goodnight sleep, Physical exercise, meditation, Being wary of what foods create physical discomfort and avoiding them, hugging someone meaningfully, talking and sharing what's on your mind, writing down your thoughts in a diary, spending time with a pet, having a nice long bath, keeping yourself hydrated.... These are few of the things which I know!
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soothingRainfall
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Nov 19, 2014
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Yes there are
Relaxation techniques affirmation methods and natural healthy good and soothing music and also visualisation techniques
WinterBlues42
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Sep 25, 2014
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Exercise and meditation are great ways to help with anxiety. Another great method is to simply take a day for yourself - relax, watch your favorite tv/movie/read a book, whatever makes you happy and feel good. Approach your anxieties later when you feel stronger and more mentally fit to handle them.
Anonymous
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Oct 1, 2014
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Personally, I found a huge relief in anxiety from yoga and exercise. There are also herbs and herbal teas that have a calming effect and can benefit those with anxiety - Chamomile, Fennel (helps with symptoms associated with anxiety like digestive issues, coughing, etc), Passionflower, St. John's Wort, and Valerian Root. Adequate sleep, nutrition and a daily routine often help as well.
CHETAN
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Oct 27, 2014
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yes the most effective method is to not give yourself time to think about negative thoughts. stay busy.
willy1000
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Nov 14, 2014
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There tons of ways. One way is thinking about something else you like and immersing yourself in it. Like for instance, chocolate. You can imagine the sound of it breaking, the smell of it, the taste, the look of it.
M0rningGlory
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Nov 15, 2014
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Breathing exercises can help you cope with anxiety. Deep breathing stimulates our parasympathetic nervous system (PNS), which can create feelings of calmness. One method of deep breathing that is used to help anxiety sufferers is called "breath moving".
Breath moving involves imagining your breath going to different parts of your body as you breathe. For example, you might take a deep breath in and imagine your breath traveling from your mouth all the way down to your knees, and then as you exhale, imagine your breath traveling from your knees to your feet.
Another method of deep breathing involves taking a deep breath in for five seconds, and then slowly exhaling. As you exhale, imagine breathing all stress and worry out of your body. Pause for five seconds, and then take in another deep breath.
Personally, I find that along with breathing exercises; meditation is very useful as a coping mechanism for anxiety.
palepixies
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Nov 18, 2014
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Drinking tea and doing things you enjoy help a lot with anxiety. Taking deep breathes and just relaxing with calm you down. There's also am anxiety help page here on 7 cups.
Anonymous
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Nov 19, 2014
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One of the most effective methods I've used is called "grounding" which basically means calming yourself by acknowledging your environments. There are many ways to ground, but the method I use are simple observations of what is around me while repressing all thoughts of the cause of my anxiety. For instance, stating in my head that "the curtain is blue, my tongue is laying on my teeth, my feet are resting on the box" help distract me from my social anxiety. But there are many different ways to ground, some of them more physical, such as counting with your fingers, or more mental, such as my method. Whichever way works for you, I hope it helps with your anxiety!
Dailydaydreama
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Nov 19, 2014
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Breathing , knowing triggers , counting backwards , practicing non thinking time :) iv found lots of things that help manage anxiety !
DeadlyAlone
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Sep 11, 2014
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Axiety is undoubtedly such a serious issue and we don't have to underestimate it. I use innovative techniques to cope with it. I enjoy doing yoga (spiritual yoga) which is a really interesting technique or doing things that I like (examples: listening to music, playing the guitar etc). It's not easy to face anxiety but all of us do and we should find ways to deal with it.
Joss27K
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Sep 15, 2014
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I believe there are indeed natural methods to cope with anxiety. I cope by finding personal and meaningful escapes; such as drumming, outdoor activities or hobbies, which slows down my thought process and increases relaxation. These methods work extremely well for me in moments of increasing anxiety. By grounding myself to what I know and love, I find myself in a healthier mindset.
Anonymous
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Sep 18, 2014
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There are many safe nondrug remedies for anxiety, from mind-body techniques to supplements to calming teas. Some start working right away, while others may help lessen anxiety over time. Here is a list of things you may want to try:
Chamomile Tea may help calm you down (Some compounds in chamomile (Matricaria recutita) bind to the same brain receptors as drugs like Valium)
Green Tea
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a sleep aid, for insomnia. It contains sedative compounds.
Exercise - It is safe, good for the brain, and a powerful antidote to depression and anxiety, both immediately and in the long term.
The intoxicating (but safe) aroma of lavender (Lavandula hybrida) may be an "emotional" anti-inflammatory.
Hold your breath!
Yoga breathing has been shown to be effective in lowering stress and anxiety.
Eat omega-3s
Get hot - Ever wonder why you feel so relaxed after a spell in the sauna or a steam room? Heating up your body reduces muscle tension and anxiety, research finds.
Learn mindfulness meditation
I hope one of these methods works :-) All the best!
GreenFlower
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Oct 22, 2014
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Yes! There are many natural methods you can use to help with anxiety instantly! First off, take a deep breath... now take another one... and another. Your mind and heart races too quickly when you are experiencing anxiety. It is important to take deep breaths and get in touch with your body and senses.
Sadaxo
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Oct 24, 2014
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Drink tea, hiding in the sheets is my favorite method, taking deep breaths also helps alot, running.
AgusD96
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Oct 25, 2014
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Yes. Anything calming helps. Talking to others about your worries, having a bath, going for a walk, listening to music, drawing. Anything that helps you to put your mind on any anything else
Grace11
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Oct 28, 2014
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Meditation can really help. Deep breaths and calm thoughts can also help. Counting in your head and taking deep breathes can calm you down.
fleur
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Oct 30, 2014
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Of course. Learn to breath, learn to think. Sleep well, take a bubble bath, read a good book, paint a picture.
Anonymous
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Nov 2, 2014
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Meditation and yoga can be really helpful. I like to have a cup of chamomile tea and listen to some kind of relaxing music.
boxcars
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Nov 2, 2014
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If I had to point to one thing that helped me with my anxiety it would be my decision to start holding my head up high as much as possible. It may sound very simple (and it is!), but I've found that deep and steady breathing along with a proud, upright posture can completely turn my mood around for the better and allow me to tackle a problem with a clear and sharp mind.
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