LoneSquirrel Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 I'm trying to think of healthy ways to get through my most anxious moments, so I'm compiling a list. So far I have: -meditate -go for a walk -find a quiet place outside to sit in silence -take a bubble bath -journal -stretch my tense muscles What do you do to soothe yourself when you are anxious? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
feeling_lost Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 When it has gotten really bad on few occasions.. I couldn't but go out, find somewhere peaceful to be just by myself and calm down. Then it was just uncontrollable though, I didn't think clearly what I was doing, just had to get away, get out, go somewhere. Once took Xanax but I don't want that again -_-. But if it is not over the top...exercise usually helps. Or talking with someone who will listen and not start blaming me or tell me to just get over it/stop it/whatever. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DurandalBlue Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 (edited) Hi LoneSquirrel :) I take phenibut when I feel anxious and depressed. I remember one night I feeling anxiety and panic and nothing was helping. I took some phenibut and it calmed me down and I felt much better. I have never had any side effects with it and I haven't heard of anyone having issues with it. In my opinion its a much safer alternative to meds. It's now apart of my regimen and I feel comfort knowing I have a safety net in case I really need something to help me out. It's not very expensive either. I can tell you what company I get it from if you want to try it :) Edited July 6, 2016 by durandalblue 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonte Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 (edited) play video games..... lay down and try to imagination an alternate fantasy reality until sleep hits and hope the dreams continue it. drink a ton of ice-water until i'm bloated and focusing on the feeling of all that water in my veins instead... pace back and forth.... turn off the lights, put headphones on, blow a loud fan on my face and pretend i'm safe with nothing to worry about Edited July 6, 2016 by jasonte 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hocico Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 Go for a walk, I find just the act of doing exercise makes me feel calmer. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneSquirrel Posted July 6, 2016 Author Share Posted July 6, 2016 4 hours ago, durandalblue said: Hi LoneSquirrel :) I take phenibut when I feel anxious and depressed. I remember one night I feeling anxiety and panic and nothing was helping. I took some phenibut and it calmed me down and I felt much better. I have never had any side effects with it and I haven't heard of anyone having issues with it. In my opinion its a much safer alternative to meds. It's now apart of my regimen and I feel comfort knowing I have a safety net in case I really need something to help me out. It's not very expensive either. I can tell you what company I get it from if you want to try it :) Yes, that would be great, durandalblue!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadking02 Posted July 6, 2016 Share Posted July 6, 2016 I go walking and listen to music on my phone. Sometimes while out I'll call a friend or something. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20YearsandCounting Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 My thinking gets very circular & repetitive when I am anxious. (that is one of my 'tells' that I am anxious) I also find that my environment adds to my anxiety during these times. So I prefer to use music (the more metal the better!!) and walking. Walking lets me use the nervous energy anxiety creates, and metal music helps me stop the repetitive circular thinking I get into. The screamo parts & death growls also help me release frustration. God Bless Chester Bennington... I know Linkin Park isn't metal, but that boy can scream. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Epictetus Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 When I'm anxious, I talk to my brain as if it was a beloved child in my care. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunnyOutlook Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 I play Chopin on the piano, and it always calms me down. I can literally feel my heart beat slower and my breathing slow down. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FeelinBlueAllTheTime Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 Wow, nice thread! I was just thinking about ways I could practice self-care since my depression got even worse two years ago. I'm about to take a shower to unwind before bedtime and I might listen to some chill music with my Bluetooth to help me sleep. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FeelinBlueAllTheTime Posted July 7, 2016 Share Posted July 7, 2016 Oh, and I find that writing in my journal is somewhat helpful too...it helps me to release the emotions I often hold inside. I can talk about my hopes and dreams and all of that jazz. Plus, it gives me a chance to vent privately without being judged and without fear of sharing too much because I'm the only one who sees it anyway. I need to start walking/exercising again but I don't know when I will be able to. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneSquirrel Posted July 7, 2016 Author Share Posted July 7, 2016 I was feeling tense and anxious last night, and I remembered that I have this acupressure mat and neck pillow. They look like torture devices, but when I lie on the mat and pillow, it helps my muscles relax and makes me feel more at ease (temporarily, anyway). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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20YearsandCounting Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 Driving helps me sometimes, too. I listen to music and just drive. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneSquirrel Posted July 14, 2016 Author Share Posted July 14, 2016 I don't know why this helps me sometimes, but I make lists. Sometimes it's a list of things I could be doing that would be fun; sometimes it's some other sort of list. My mother makes lists like crazy, so maybe I got it from her. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryuuka Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I actually just l learned a new grounding technique where you shut your brain off by looking at your surroundings and describing each thing you see, in detail, until you've calmed down. I mean like: Window, silver pane, long, white curtains, 2-inch sill, etc. That detailed. Once I've grounded myself I do some guided meditation which puts me in a nice zone. There are videos on youtube under something like, "Vocal guided meditation" and the first one I tried was so effective that I dozed off. Good luck. I'm working through some serious anxiety and am always looking for new ways to calm. I'm here if you need an ear. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starsea Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I breathe in smoothly and steadily for 10 seconds. I hold it for one second. Then I exhale smoothly and steadily for 10 seconds. I repeat this until I feel better. This has defused full blown anxiety attacks for me. It hasn't completely stopped them but it's taken the edge off enough for me to get through them. Peace 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneSquirrel Posted July 14, 2016 Author Share Posted July 14, 2016 1 hour ago, Ryuuka said: I actually just l learned a new grounding technique where you shut your brain off by looking at your surroundings and describing each thing you see, in detail, until you've calmed down. I mean like: Window, silver pane, long, white curtains, 2-inch sill, etc. That detailed. Once I've grounded myself I do some guided meditation which puts me in a nice zone. There are videos on youtube under something like, "Vocal guided meditation" and the first one I tried was so effective that I dozed off. Good luck. I'm working through some serious anxiety and am always looking for new ways to calm. I'm here if you need an ear. Thank you, Ryuuka. I haven't heard of that grounding technique. I'll have to check it out. I was feeling really antsy earlier, and now I'm worn out. I must've worn myself out with all of that restlessness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manytries Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Roobois tea and read online. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evalynn Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 14 hours ago, Manytries said: Roobois tea and read online. Oh, tea definetly helps! I think there must be some magical element to hot tea. And I find reading helps too, especially if it's a favorite book with a feel-good aspect to the story. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneSquirrel Posted July 27, 2016 Author Share Posted July 27, 2016 Watching re-runs of The Golden Girls is helping. Unfortunately, I don't have cable. I'm at my mother's house right now, and that's how I'm watching it. Not sure what to do at home that will help with the degree of anxiety I've been feeling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneSquirrel Posted August 1, 2016 Author Share Posted August 1, 2016 Putting a puzzle together has been helping, but only if there's something on the television in the background while I do it. If it's quiet, my anxious thoughts still make their way in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veruca Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 Sometimes a walk but, it's really hot right now and so it's not good walking weather. A lot of times when I am anxious I have a very hard time focusing on anything. Dr.Who episodes on Amazon help sometimes. It really helps me when I am very depressed. Hugging my pets. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tndawg Posted August 1, 2016 Share Posted August 1, 2016 Prayer is the key for me. Taking the time to get quiet and talk with God helps me focus. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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