What is the best way to deal with stress and anxiety?
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Exercise has always helped me - a brisk walk, some Tae-Bo or even some yoga.  Whatever gets my blood pumping and clears my head.  If that doens't work, I just sit in a quiet room and do some deep breathing.  Pure silence is the best thing in the world sometimes.  I used to take Xanax, which did help, but I knew I needed to find a more permanent cure.  I don't want to rely on drugs for my mental health.
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I have a lot of stress myself, so I hope I can help.\n\nFirst, talk to your parents about being so stressed, and ask them to make you an appointment with your doctor. He may be able to prescribe you some medication to help. \n\nAlso, try getting a book on stress reduction and relaxation techniques from the library. It will be able to help you put things in perspective, understand why you get so stressed, and how to calm down when you feel pressure. \n\nI've used both of the things above - I'm on Xanax for stress, and it's very helpful. The books have also been great.
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Chat with your doctors and or hospital.  I go to a free stress class to help with depression, anxiety, and stress.  I have had a heart attack.  Also you might want to contact a threapist for one on one threapy.  I am also happy to be alive and not feeling depressed.
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I have suffered from anxiety for about 13 years now.  It comes and goes in my life for no reason. I have tried drugs but the side effects were bad.  I have found that contrary to popular belief, you can control these attacks.  Just find something that makes you feel safe a friend a child a place that you take comfort in. Just close your eyes and think about that. Take deep slow breaths, and just understand that you are never alone.   I used to like to be close to my babies. Just being close made me feel so calm. If you are in a public place try tapping.  It sounds silly but just tap your fingers on something. It seems like it releases some for the energy from the anxiety.  Good luck and know that there are millions of people that suffer with you.
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I suffer with bad panic attacks that get that bad i have to cut myself to stop them.\nThe best way to cope with a panic attack is to try to breath it off the best u can, and try to reassure yourself that everything will be ok. If you feel ok to walk try to walk it off and shake ur hands till you feel better.\nif non of these work then try to find a paper bag and use that method. Remember you are not going to die, it is just your bodies reaction to the fight or flight situation.
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Take a bath.  Get a massage.  Spend one hour of every day with no phone, no computer and nothing expected of you, and in that hour just relax, pray, and think about things that make you happy.  And eliminate extra stressors from your life, they will only drag you down.
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(m)\n\nOvercoming Stress \nYou Can Fight Back And Win\nWhen you are under extreme amounts of stress, you may feel like there is no way you can overcome your problems. You believe you'll just have to cope until the situation improves. The good thing is, you don't have to put up with the negative effects of stress. You can fight back and come out on top. It's not hard to do. Here are several ways to make yourself a winner when the pressure starts to mount.\n\n\nGo with H 2 0\nAmazingly, drinking water can greatly improve how you feel. Water is often overlooked even though it is the most essential nutrient. You know how it feels when things get tough. Your mouth gets dry, you start to sweat and your heart begins to palpitate. Sometimes when under stress, you may also forget to drink. This can lead to dehydration and even more severe symptoms. Get some water and help your body return to its normal state. \n\n\nSet it aside\nSometimes it is actually best to put aside a stressful problem until a later time when it can be dealt with more effectively. This isn't procrastination if used in a proper manner. Maybe you are having problems with a co-worker or family member. You may want to confront them, but you also know that they aren't ready to discuss the issue. Waiting another day or two could help both of you be better prepared to handle the problem. \n\n\nAvoid snack attacks\nYour first reaction to a stressful situation may be to reach for a candy bar. Unfortunately, this can do more harm than good.\nAlthough you may get a quick high from the sugar, you will probably send your blood sugar on a roller coaster. After the initial good feeling of indulgence wears off, you may experience even more tiredness and anxiety. Try healthy snacks like fruits or fresh vegetables instead. \n\n\nFind an outlet\nThere is usually pent up energy building inside you during a tough situation. What you may need to find is a way to release it.\nHaving a good cry or laughing with a friend may be just the cure you are needing. By dealing with your stress in a positive manner, you can turn around a negative situation. Keep these tips in mind the next time you feel pressure or anxiety. As with any problem, in order to feel better, you have to take care of yourself.
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it there is tension in your life, you shouldtry to deal with thatfirst. To help in relaxing your body you need to do a "meditation"\n\nsit comfortably\nclose your eyes, breathe slowly \nbegin by imagining your feet concentrate on relaxing your feet\nthen move up to your knees. concentrate on relaxing your knees\nand so on hips, tummy, chest, shoulders,arms, hands, fingers, neck and face, open your mouth, and flop your tongue. DONT LAUGH!\n\nslowly wake up eack part, and sit there with your eyes closed or open for a while before you get up\n\ndo when you feel stressed, and see tensing up, and before bed. helps sleep\n\nThis is recommended by psycologists and psychiatrists everywhere.
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drawing, writing in ur journal, doing a to-do list for the day, reading, or exercise to relieve tension n stress build-up which is the best way to relax!!
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get comfortable, wear loose clothes, have a soothing warm light around, try not having some kind of wokstation near where you sleep..it is pretty important to have a stress free zone with a neat, uncluttered set-up. lie down, read a little if you want to, close your eyes, and try and absorb the calm...appreciate yourself and your qualities, hoping to begin the comin day with all the positivity you can
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1. Breathe. Yes! It's that simple. Breathe deeply, but don't hyperventilate. Inhale as though you were sniffing a delightful scent. Then stre-e-e-tch your arms high over your head as you slowly and completely exhale.\n\n2. Set boundaries. Just like the stressed-out mom who sat in the playpen to keep away from the children, you can erect some barriers. Decide what you will do — and when. Better still, decide what you won't do and dare to say "no." Try to avoid anything, and anyone, who wastes your time.\n\n3. Clarify your goals. Decide exactly what needs to be done, and plan a smart way of accomplishing each task. Oh, and give yourself a pat on the back every time you achieve even one of your goals, no matter how small.\n\n4. Put yourself first. That's right! If you aren't functioning at your peak, your work and your relationships will suffer. Find time for yourself, and try to do at least one relaxing thing each day: Take a bubble bath, or read a chapter of a favourite book.\n\n5. Give yourself a break. It's okay to goof off, cancel a lunch date, or miss a deadline now and then. In six months or 10 years, who will remember?\n\n6. Get spiritual. Get in touch with your spiritual values, and align your plans and activities with them. For instance, read an inspiring book, then figure out how to incorporate what you learned into your day-to-day life.\n\n7. Take five. Right now stop what you are doing to cherish the moment. Savour whatever you're drinking or eating. Or go outside and smell the air, the flowers and the trees. Feel the wind, sunshine or rain on your face. Listen for tiny sounds. Take a moment every day to marvel at the wonders all around you.
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I deal with anxiety by talking to my friends or/and a counselor.   It helps to talk it out with someone and get other's support.  It is also helpful to do something you enjoy like read a book, do crafts, or cook a favorite meal.  It may help you relax some.  I also count to 10 when I am very stressed!
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Instead of medicine, try some simple natural ways.\n\n1. Go in front of mirror, and start dancing. Anyway you feel. You will start laughing loudly. You anxiety will run away.\n\n2. When ever you fell an anxiety attack, instead of avoiding it, learn to stay with it.\n\n\n3. If its beyond control, try some Yogic exercise,  Ayurvedic medicine, or flower remedy.
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You can try to close your eyes and take deep breaths when feeling stressful or do ur favourite recreation For most people, stress is because of their workload, so if it is so for u, u can work out a timetable.
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well.. good to c so many ladies.. good at managing stress!! \n\ni can only suggest a way to manage future..  /job/career related stress\n\n..well sleeping is certainly a good solution.. but u cant waste time "sleeping"\ni've tried this n it really works.. imagine urself in the worst possible situation... then think of where do u stand today.. then.. your goal... only after visualizing everything.. think practicaly whether the goal is achievable!!  u'll definately observe that it is.. n u feel much more relaxed n confident.. its important to plan out what is to be done in order to achieve.. the goal...  at the same time  ..\n\nit really works if u;re worried about ur long term goals..\ntry it n tell me if it helps!!
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sit down in a quiet place and think about some things that make you happy, and some things that make you stressed out. pick one (or more) of the happy things, and try to do it/see it/listen to it/feel it more often. when you are experiencing whatever it is, really let yourself enjoy it.\n\nthen, think of one of the things that makes you stressed out. think about the way you like it (perfect) and what will happen if it's not perfect. next time you see it not being perfect, take a minute to relax and see if it's really as bad as you think before you change it. this is something you can teach yourself to do. \n\nwith both, start slow and do one at a time- you're not going to change everything overnight.
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Going to the park, or just taking deep breaths.\nJust, sit back and relax like they say.\n\nOr driving also helps me relax until a stupid ass comes along.