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How can I calm down when anxiety hits in a situation?

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Last Updated: 05/26/2020 at 4:14pm
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Profile: FeatherFish
FeatherFish
May 6th, 2015 8:32pm
I like to use a grounding technique: I try to list 5 things I can see, touch, taste, smell, and hear in order to draw myself back to the 'present'.
Profile: insightfulHeart89
insightfulHeart89
April 25th, 2015 10:56am
In such situation, I will drink plenty of water, or write down my anxiety to get it out. If there is a possibility, I will find find someone to talk.
Profile: ahelpinghand100
ahelpinghand100
March 24th, 2015 9:44pm
Take deep breaths. Inhale and exhale for about 3 seconds each time. Close your eyes and think to yourself that everything is going to be just fine.