anxious? 10 strategies to help you cope

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Page 1: ANXIOUS? 10 strategies to Help You cope
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1. Do breathing exercisesTake deep breaths.

Inhale 7 quick counts and exhale slower than you've inhaled.

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2. Limit your social media usageSocial media can raise anxiety levels if

comparing your life with other people's profiles.

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3. Maintain a positive attitude. As soon as you catch yourself thinking negative

thoughts, replace them with positive ones.

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4. Eat well-balanced meals. Keep high protein energy-boosting snacks on hand

and don't skip meals.

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5. Limit alcohol & caffeineTo much might aggravate anxiety

and trigger panic attacks.

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6. Get enough sleepWhen stressed, your body needs additional sleep and rest.

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7. Partake in regular exercise.You will feel good and be healthier.

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8. Help others.Volunteer in your community,

and get a break from everyday stress.

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9. Write in a journal.What triggers your anxiety? Try to identify the patterns.

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10. Talk to someone.Talk to friends and family and if it don't help see your

therapist for professional help.

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–Astrid Alauda

“Don’t let your mind bully your body into believing it must carry the burden of its

worries. .”

Thank you for reading this presentation.