what are some good and healthy distractions from my anxiety when it gets really bad?
Anonymous
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May 10, 2018
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Music and working out helps to some extent. Talking to someone who understands me which I never did my whole life may help for some people.I just cannot think because of anxiety. Being conscious of your surroundings and thinking in the present helps me
Succulents02
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May 16, 2018
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Talking to people about anything except anxiety. It helps me get my focus off of it and also lets me socialize.
Anonymous
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May 17, 2018
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Take a moment to stop what your doing, breath deep and think about what is causing the anxiety and think of the things that bring me joy to overcome that horrible feeling.
QuirkyGirlSparks
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May 17, 2018
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If I have to go into a store like, Walmart....I put my earbuds in and blast some '90s jams. Music soothes my soul and helps me from getting overstimulated by over people's energy.
Anonymous
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May 19, 2018
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There are many many options to distract yourself. Such as painting, drawing, reading, spending time with a loved one. Whatever makes you happy.
humbledbygrace
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May 20, 2018
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Good healthy distractions come from being mindful. You could try using your senses, noticing real things around you that you can smell, touch, see, feel, and maybe taste. Also, focus on your breathing and allow yourself time to calm down. Breath slowly, 4 seconds in, pause, 4 seconds out.
Anonymous
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May 23, 2018
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Cats are a great way for me to calm down. I can stroke that soft fur and they stay with me and give me some kind of safety - I‘m a cat person! Reading a book, drawing and writing helps me as well - that way I actively focus on something else that I can do well and I can calm down.
Jacobbjackson
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May 24, 2018
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Just any positive way to cope is good. Do something that makes you feel good and that helps you to get your mind off the moment.
Lskraa
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May 26, 2018
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-Listening to quiet ASMR
-Rain sounds/White noise
-Reading
-Laying on your front with something heavy resting on your upper back. (really effective one for me!)
-Quiet time with pets, if you have any!
Globalsky
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May 30, 2018
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Practice deep breathing through your nose in one nostril and out the other. The slowed breathing rate can help you slow your heart rate down
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