Life has never been more frantic and everyday hustle and bustle has adverse effects on our nervous system.
It’s important to know how to break the hold. Today we are sharing a 21-Day Anxiety Challenge with you and also the causes and reasons that you may be suffering anxiety and nervousness.
infographic via Empowher
Understanding Anxiety
via Empowher
This infographic from EmpowHER is a great place to start. If you feel you are alone, you are not. Whilst it’s cold comfort some 40 million Americans are in a state of anxiety.
Fear is also a big driver and since we are continually living in the future and not the moment, this can be one of the biggest hurdles for us to overcome.
Some symptoms include restlessness, fatigue, and concentration lapses. It is important to let those around you know how you feel. This way they can keep a calm environment around you.
via Pop Sugar
21 Day Anxiety Challenge
via Pop Sugar
If nerves are the bain of your existence, the 21-day challenge is a great place to start. Try doing something different every day and take some time out just for yourself.
You will notice the first recommendation on their chart is Coloring-In. It has been proven to reduce anxiety and has been widely taken up by Adults in recent times.
You will find your stress levels drop as you select colors and concentrate on the job at hand. It is very therapeutic and highly addictive.
via Sharon Martin
Learn How To Ground Yourself
Trying Yoga, meditation, or a digital detox will also help to reduce your anxiety. Walking, exercising, and connecting with nature are also excellent options. Take your shoes off and stand on some fresh green grass. This grounds you and gives an instant sense of well-being.
The infographic above from Sharon Martin has some other amazing tips when it comes to grounding. As you can see by her suggestions, it is all about diverting the attention of your brain and keeping it occupied. This gives you time to breathe and release your stress.
anxiety bracelet via Etsy
Get Yourself An Anxiety Bracelet
via Cheryl’s Healing Gems
Another great idea we have come across on Etsy is these calming and Anxiety Bracelets.
They absolutely work a treat and are available in adult and child sizes alike. They make a great gift idea for an anxious friend too.
How To Control Nerves Video
via Brightside, Youtube.
Are you ready to learn the ancient trick to controlling and crushing your nerves? We have included a video that shows you the Japanese method.
You will learn how to relax in 5 short minutes and it really works. It is based on each finger of your hand representing an individual emotion and how to clear it. To see the video, click play above now ^
