Any anxiety-reducing methods not mentioned in the book?

angela roura · Post by **angela roura** » 08 Aug 2020, 15:02

A big thing that I do is distracting myself. That can be with anything. Reading, journaling, art projects, walking, driving. Just keep busy!

Joseph_ngaruiya · Post by **Joseph_ngaruiya** » 08 Aug 2020, 15:21

Sgpope01 wrote:
> I agree that animal therapy can be very effective for certain people.
> Everyone responds to coping skills differently and with different levels of
> success. I find guided journaling and sketching to be powerful tools as
> well. They work better for myself than animal therapy. Whereas my mother
> has an emotional support dog for her panic disorders and couldn’t do
> without. We are all unique, and I think the book did give a wonderful range
> of techniques.

Your explanation is simple and to the point. The alternative methods given are also doable. May I also say it's true that individually our uniqueness is an inhibitor to the remedies that may work for each one of us.

SeasonalBuddy · Post by **SeasonalBuddy** » 08 Aug 2020, 15:25

Sometimes I speak to myself or address the person Causing the stress and tell them everyrhing i should have said in person. I find it to be very steess relieving.

SeasonalBuddy · Post by **SeasonalBuddy** » 08 Aug 2020, 15:29

Sometimes I speak to myself or address the person Causing the stress and tell them everyrhing i should have said in person. I find it to be very steess relieving.

Nimisha_91 · Post by **Nimisha_91** » 09 Aug 2020, 00:59

I do this thing where when something bothers me, I write it all down. And I read it back to myself. Sometimes when I do this, the problems don't seem that big anymore. Its like I've told someone about it and then I tear it up!

Rodel Barnachea · Post by **Rodel Barnachea** » 09 Aug 2020, 03:38

One of the hobbies I learned from someone is creating origami. It takes my mind off for a while, and it is especially good if your thoughts are racing in your mind at night.

jardenjarden · Post by **jardenjarden** » 10 Aug 2020, 01:09

I think there are so many different methods that are not mentioned, as every individual has their own unique way of de-stressing. For example, I find gardening to be extremely relaxing and it helps me to take my mind off of things. I know many who find arts and crafts, such as knitting, painting, or simply creating anything, to be helpful to them.

Honestly, I think that there are so many different ways we can reduce our anxiety, it really just comes down to each individual and what works for them.

Patrick Maina1 · Post by **Patrick Maina1** » 10 Aug 2020, 02:25

Different people have different ways of handling anxiety and stress.Thorough as the book is,I don't think it is possible to document all these methods.The author has handled the majority of the methods I believe.

Vic Chimezie · Post by **Vic Chimezie** » 10 Aug 2020, 02:46

Of course! There's no way the author could have touched all the ways of relieving stress and anxiety. In some parts of Africa, a potion is used for it. Shocking but true!

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 10 Aug 2020, 03:16

Joseph_ngaruiya wrote:
> Howlan wrote:
> > Arimart99 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.
> > >
> > > Aren't there hospitals that bring in dogs specially to help calm the
> patients? I
> > > believe there are also people with anxiety that use therapy dogs, so being
> close
> > to
> > > animals has already been proven to help with stress and anxiety. I have
> > personally
> > > seen the benefits of having animals around in my life.
> > > As for writing, I actually find that it stresses me out more lol, but to
> each
> > their
> > > own.
> >
> > Animal therapies are particularly useful in providing companionship and
> decreasing
> > loneliness. It really works wonders. Creating social interactions is a calm and
> > soothing way of improving mood and general well being.
>
> The same way it relieves stress for humans, animal interaction, and activities also
> help the pet to connect more with their owners. I've seen friends who've used such
> moments to teach their pet new tricks. It's a win-win situation for both parties.

Yes, pets are really a great way to reduce anxiety when you have a genuine companionship who does not jump to judge you each and every time you do something.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 10 Aug 2020, 03:17

mpsmaster wrote:
> Reading a good book can make miracles! listening to a good song is also
> great.
>
> Take a cold shower is a method very common in the past to deal with
> depression a many emotional conditions. If you take a cold shower you will
> change in some way!
>
> Do something good to someone else is a beautiful way to feel relaxed and
> better.
>
> And the harmful ways: eat what you like, but you usually avoid, and
> shopping ha ha ha!

Yes, the cold shower works wonders for me too! Before going to bed cold is a must after a long hard hot day. It is genuinely calming.
Also, shopping is not bad if kept in check!

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 10 Aug 2020, 03:19

Sgpope01 wrote:
> I agree that animal therapy can be very effective for certain people.
> Everyone responds to coping skills differently and with different levels of
> success. I find guided journaling and sketching to be powerful tools as
> well. They work better for myself than animal therapy. Whereas my mother
> has an emotional support dog for her panic disorders and couldn’t do
> without. We are all unique, and I think the book did give a wonderful range
> of techniques.

Yes, at the end of the day it all comes down to your comfort zone and things that calm you down. Finding such activity and finding solace in that activity is helpful to reduce anxiety and works differently for everyone.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 10 Aug 2020, 03:22

djr6090 wrote:
> Joining a Twelve Step program can reveal that others share your anxieties.
> Practicing their methods can help a lot.

Yes, any program under the guidance of a professional is definitely one of the better ways. Guided reduction of anxiety from experienced help w=is definitely helpful.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 10 Aug 2020, 03:24

Vic Chimezie wrote:
> Of course! There's no way the author could have touched all the ways of
> relieving stress and anxiety. In some parts of Africa, a potion is used for
> it. Shocking but true!

Yeah mainly potions with herbs that calm your nerves are used. It can be a great way to reduce stress but one must look out for side-effects.

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 10 Aug 2020, 03:25

SeasonalBuddy wrote:
> Sometimes I speak to myself or address the person Causing the stress and
> tell them everyrhing i should have said in person. I find it to be very
> steess relieving.

Oh! I speak to myself too! It really helps you get a better perspective of yourself and I really enjoy it.