what are some good and healthy distractions from my anxiety when it gets really bad?
Shadwen
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Apr 1, 2018
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I use a free app called "Calm Harm", which has been helpful to cope with self harm thoughts and anxiety. Listening to music, reading and going to the park, where I can notice the beauty of nature seem to help me often in coping with my anxiety issues.
AaronLeeSte
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Apr 4, 2018
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I wouldn't use the term "distractions" in my experience when I have felt anxiety and start to try to distract myself (pretend it isn't happening) the anxiousness gets worse or at least doesn't go away. I have found that if I can face it head on and kind of just let the feelings come they are quick to leave.
Anonymous
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Apr 5, 2018
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When my anxiety gets really bad and my brain is freaking out, I count out of order. 8, 2, 12, 4, 7, and so on. Our mind can't freak out and focus on something that doesn't make sense at the same time. I hope that helps! :)
Anonymous
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Apr 7, 2018
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Follow something the makes you feel better. Focus on your passion and think about achieving your goal. I hope it would releive you from your anxiety
NeptunePH
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Apr 7, 2018
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Hobbies or activities that make you happy are always a good option. Anything to make yourself not think about it.
SociallyAwkwardMatthew
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Apr 13, 2018
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Do the things you love. Talk with close friends and family. Exclude yourself from situations or people that make you anxious and do things that you find make you feel better.
sillyseraph002
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Apr 18, 2018
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reading a fun book, or taking a warm bath are are my favorites. i engage in them somewhat regularly myself.
Anonymous
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May 3, 2018
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A good way to distract your anxiety is to start with deep breaths and focus on what’s around you and what’s real. I personally suffer from an anxiety disorder and the way I cope is to focus on my breath and the sounds around me, then when I feel more calm I focus on what I can see and then what I can feel. Focus on the textures (both visually and physical) all while taking deep breaths:) hope this helps
withoutpinkglasses
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May 4, 2018
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When I get very anxious, what helps me the most is putting very loud music on my headphones, getting in my workout gear and going for a run until I am exhausted.
Anonymous
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May 6, 2018
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You can always try grounding. This is when you find 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste. Often with anxiety, you feel small and out of control, but this method helps to gain back that sense of control in the space. Hope this helps!
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