Coping With Anxiety
According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA), 40 million adults in the United States deal with anxiety. Anxiety comes in different forms, so your experience may differ from others. It is important to consult a therapist about treatment, as they can help you on your mental health journey by identifying the source of your anxiety, the triggers, etc. However, there are coping mechanisms to help you stay on track. Today, we focus on some long term strategies for coping with anxiety.
3 Long-Term Strategies
Meditate Daily
It may not come naturally to some, but mindful meditation is simple to pick up and incredibly helpful when dealing with anxiety. It allows you to find your ‘center,’ where anxious thoughts do not have as much influence over you. While sitting still may not be appealing to some, pilates and yoga are great activities that still allow you to meditate.
Take Care of Your Body
Making sure you exercise regularly has been shown to help with anxiety in the long-run (get it?). But just like abs, your diet is equally important to cultivating a healthy mind. What you feed your body is what you feed your mind! And lastly, keeping a consistent sleep schedule will help you to feel less anxious. To learn more about the relationship between the mind and body, click here: Body Blog
Speak with a Therapist
Therapists, like the ones at Global Wellness Consociates, offer a professional perspective on your personal experience with mental health. Sessions are judgment-free zones where you speak your truth, allowing you to be you. Therapists can also cater specific coping mechanisms to your personal circumstances. Our approach is holistic and our goal is simple— helping you on your journey towards mental health.