Are there lifestyle changes I can make to help with my anxiety?

Anxiety has the tendency to spawn many unsettling feelings like fear and inferiority. Breathing exercises and meditation, in my opinion, are potent tools to stop a train of anxious thoughts. The state of our mind inadvertently catalyses our breathing patterns. These patterns may be reverse-engineered to constrain anxiety. When anxious, try deep breathing ; inhaling till your lung are full and then exhaling. Repeat this as many times as you can. Deep breathing relaxes our minds. Meditation too, has irrefutable benefits in this regard. Set aside a few minutes everyday to meditate. With practice, you will be able to control your thoughts.

I usually take a hot bath or massage to help me relax both in physically and psychologically. When I am under the water or float on the water, I will feel free like in paradise, thus it will help you forgetting every stressful and anxious things.

Well I personally have found that exercise really helps me as well as taking time out (e.g. meditation).

The first thing that made the most difference in my case was to stop listening to every other advice and opinion that came my way. I understand they all mean well, but no one understands you better than you do. Trying to stop over analyzing and overthinking every little argument and situation also made a difference. Basically, I started to feel better the day I started to consciously make efforts for myself and my well being, At the end of the day, I was drowning and saving myself from my thoughts was the best way out !

For me, something that makes me extremely anxious may require some actual drilling down into the worst case scenario; so, actually examining my worst fear around the subject, and interrogating myself, so that I confront what would realistically be the worst possible outcome and how I would deal with it. For instance, right now I am looking for work, and being out of a job is extremely stressful (even though I chose to walk away from an organisation that had serious issues). But, if I follow the 'absolute worst case scenario' thinking (which I realistically realise is not likely), that I never get a job again, I can see that I am very lucky because I have a good amount of savings and my birth family are all doing well enough that they have extra space in their homes and I would not be left without a roof. Of course it is a situation that is less than ideal, but at the very least I am fortunate enough to know that I would not have to end up on the streets because of not being able to find work, so this helps me to calm my anxieties somewhat.

Yes :) Firstly, diet. Less sugar and caffeine as these mess with the blood sugar levels and 'amp you up'. Less drinking too. Eating healthily and regularly not only helps the physical symptoms of anxiety but knowing that you are giving your body what it needs can help how you think too. Exercise is another important factor. It can help get rid of all the nervous energy/adrenaline and if you choose the right exercise (yoga, tai chi) it can also teach you how to relax physically and mentally. Another thing that I find helps is keeping a journal. Writing all your worries down. Try to surround yourself with positive and caring people too.

Writing down my anxious thoughts and later evaluating them. What also helps me a great deal is being aware of intrusive thoughts.

Meditation and yoga are great for anxiety. Start with guided ones on youtube, just 5 minutes a day can really help. Take this time to treat yourself. Also try cutting down on high hormonal foods like chicken and dairy. Turning vegan really helped me with anxiety. I hope I helped you ♡

The lifestyle changes that you can make to help with anxiety are the following. A great way is to take time for yourself, just away from everyone, maybe take a day off from work or if you're in school do something you love on the weekend; something calming like writing or painting. It doesn't even matter if you are good at it, just relax. Another way may sound like it wouldn't help but eat well and get adequate sleep. Drinking less caffeine can also help to limit anxiety. Getting outside can really help with anxiety as well as depression, just take a walk and get some fresh air.

Yes, several. The first thing you should know is that anxiety is perfectly okay, and not something you have to be ashamed of. When looking at lifestyle changes you can make to manage it, I would first examine physical health. Make sure you're getting 7-9 hours of sleep per night, getting at least 30 minutes of exercise a day, (it's as simple as a walk, people!) and being aware of your diet. Excess caffeine and sugar can increase anxiety and make it worse, as well as disrupt sleep. Giving your brain and body the right nutrients can work wonders. Lastly, an excellent method to ease anxiety would be therapy. Sitting down with a professional for an hour a week made a massive reduction in my anxiety. It helps to discuss how you feel with somebody who wants to help you.