Any anxiety-reducing methods not mentioned in the book?

[Maria Esposito]

I know it has been mentioned in the book, but I have to emphasize that exercise was a game changer for me in that respect, especially during the lockdown. Finding out that you manage to have progressively more power and control over your own body is somewhat calming. Also, something that I haven’t come across (yet) in the book is ASMR videos. I find most of them awkward and I’m very particular with them, but I have two or three channels that truly help me out with sleeping and relieving anxious feelings.

[cookiedough]

cluthrie wrote:
> Personally I like animal therapy. Animals are so calming to be around. I
> know horse therapy can be effective for a lot of people. Alas, I don't have
> a horse, but I do have a cat.
>
> Petting a cat is so relaxing, especially when you have one curled up and
> purring in your lap.

Same! I love petting animals, especially ones that people normally wouldn't think of. Some include a parrot, llama, and baby lion.

[Star_and_Buck]

When I wasbsuffering through a lot of stress, anxiety etc. I did many things but one of them is my favourite.

Go to a beautiful place and sit there for hours with small kids playing with them. This gives a lot of relief from the real world.

[Abhyarna]

Dominik_G wrote:
> I find that being close to animals, especially taking care of them (feeding
> them, etc.) has a huge impact on anxiety. I also find writing useful:
> writing in a very free and raw way, basically just putting what's going on
> in my mind on paper.
Playing with kids also relieves the anxiety, of course, only if kids are not the source of your anxiety

[marcie_sheeraw]

i find painting to be really relaxing. But a good read also helps alot

[Joseph_ngaruiya]

espo wrote:
> I know it has been mentioned in the book, but I have to emphasize that
> exercise was a game changer for me in that respect, especially during the
> lockdown. Finding out that you manage to have progressively more power and
> control over your own body is somewhat calming. Also, something that I
> haven’t come across (yet) in the book is ASMR videos. I find most of them
> awkward and I’m very particular with them, but I have two or three channels
> that truly help me out with sleeping and relieving anxious feelings.

ASMR videos haven't been featured in this book. I think they mostly appeal to ladies. However, that might not be the reason Gustavo didn't include it. I'm also thinking it falls under the entertainment category. My opinion is also subject to correction.

[Joseph_ngaruiya]

Abhyarna wrote:
> Dominik_G wrote:
> > I find that being close to animals, especially taking care of them (feeding
> > them, etc.) has a huge impact on anxiety. I also find writing useful:
> > writing in a very free and raw way, basically just putting what's going on
> > in my mind on paper.
> Playing with kids also relieves the anxiety, of course, only if kids are not the
> source of your anxiety

Apart from relieving stress and anxiety, playing with kids is also beneficial to your overall health. It generates a stronger bond with the young ones and also keeps you occupied on the task at hand.

[rahilshajahan]

Joseph_ngaruiya wrote:
> Have you tried Origami? It's so involving and attention-seeking that you'll
> instantly forget what was bothering you. My favorite creation is a duck.

Origami is an awesome way to narrow your thoughts. I believe, basically, any activity or mantra that you can focus on can help in avoiding negative thoughts.

[Chali]

Wslking is stress reliver i have used before to calm myself. Another one Is counting out loud.

[djr6090]

Star_and_Buck wrote:
When I was suffering through a lot of stress, anxiety etc. I did many things but one of them is my favorite.

Go to a beautiful place and sit there for hours with small kids playing with them. This gives a lot of relief from the real world.

I really like this one as a way to help get back to basics!

[Sharon2056]

People have various ways in which they relieve stress, I liked all the stress relievers aspects discussed in the book, although it wasn't fully exhausted. I like exploring nature as a way to calm me down from anxiety and stress.

[Sjtoy]

As others have mentioned, I have used grounding techniques and progressive relaxation. I learned the grounding technique at a professional development course and have passed this technique along to my students. I learned progressive relaxation technique when doing yoga. I also find that having my pets near me helps when I am feeling anxious. They seem to know when I am upset and come to sit with me while I calm down.

[Hibashaikh1509]

Some anxiety-reducing methods proven are:
- Face masks at home
- Reading novels
- Assembling a puzzle

[Joseph_ngaruiya]

Sjtoy wrote:
> As others have mentioned, I have used grounding techniques and progressive
> relaxation. I learned the grounding technique at a professional development
> course and have passed this technique along to my students. I learned
> progressive relaxation technique when doing yoga. I also find that having
> my pets near me helps when I am feeling anxious. They seem to know when I
> am upset and come to sit with me while I calm down.

I haven't tried the grounding technique. But I know pets also help deviate your attention from the stress.

[Howlan]

cookiedough wrote:
> cluthrie wrote:
> > Personally I like animal therapy. Animals are so calming to be around. I
> > know horse therapy can be effective for a lot of people. Alas, I don't have
> > a horse, but I do have a cat.
> >
> > Petting a cat is so relaxing, especially when you have one curled up and
> > purring in your lap.
>
> Same! I love petting animals, especially ones that people normally wouldn't think of.
> Some include a parrot, llama, and baby lion.

Animal therapy is really famous and works wonders. Most of the times it is the feeling of companionship and the felling social interaction that we get from animals that draw us close to them.