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Allowyourselftimetoworry

Ifyouareunabletostopnegativethoughtsandworries, takebacksomecontrolbyschedulingsomedaily'worry time'. Set a specific time each day when you allow yourselftoworryasmuchasyouwant,butonlyforaset periodoftime(e.g.,15minutes).Trysayingthethoughts out loud. This technique will help take some of the power out of your thoughts and give you some control overhowmuchtimeyouallowyourmindtorace.

Letyourhairdown

Engaging in enjoyable activities is a great way to distract yourself from feelings of anxiety When you do something you enjoy,yourmindisnaturallyfocusedonthe task at hand, which can help to reduce anxious thoughts and feelings. Activities such as reading, exercising, listening to music, or spending time with friends and loved ones can be particularly effective in providingatemporaryescapefromanxiety. By prioritising activities that bring you joy, you can help to manage your anxiety and improveyouroverallmentalwellbeing

Identifyyourtriggers

Identifying what's triggering your anxiety is an essential step towards managing it effectively Triggers for anxiety can be internal, such as negative thoughts or physical sensations, or external, such as stressful situations or events. Once you have identified your triggers, it is helpful to explore whether there is anything you candoaboutthem.Byidentifyingyourtriggersandexploringwaystomanagethem, youcantakeproactivestepstowardsreducingtheimpactofanxietyonyourlife.