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Calming down
I get really paranoid & stressed out about the littlest things. How can I calm my nerves & get my mind off of things?.
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You need to appreciate life more,life is a short adventure and if you don't grasp it it'll fly by before you know it.most things in life will mean nothing in the end either way,so what i suggest is that you try and enjoy life more,when you feel stressed out,try to just exclude yourself for a while and do something you enjoy whatever it may be, be it running,reading spending time with your family or whatever.point is,you need to stop taking life so seriously,it's not meant to be stressfull,try to be positive and rather than allow little things to stress you out,try to appreciate the little things in life,after all,the best things in life are all free,see life in its simplicity,and embrace it.life is a test for which you can't prepare,stressing about it wil bring you nothing but negativity
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Okay, there's not a lot of information here, so I'm not really sure where to go with this...
It's always a good idea to discuss this type of thing with a doctor. If you are still in school or college, there should be a counselor for you to speak with. Either would be fine, just talk to someone face to face that can help you.
As for general stress reducing tips, here you go:
-Get 7-9 hours of sleep every night. A lack of good sleep can make stress worse. If you are having a problem getting to sleep, try doing something to relax before going to bed such as: drinking hot tea or milk, taking a hot bath or shower, or listening to soothing music.
-Exercise for at least 20 minutes a day, three times a week. Not only is exercise generally good for you, but it produces 'feel good' chemicals in the brain.
-Meditate for fifteen minutes a day. I know this may sound weird to some people, but all meditating really is is taking out a small chunk of time every day to be still and clear your head. You don't have to twist your legs into an uncomfortable position or listen to a CD of buddhist monks chanting. Simply find a comfortable position and try either: 1) not to think of anything or 2) dwell on some positive thought. (I used to tell people to play the 'I Am Grateful Game' which simply means thinking of things you are grateful for. Ex: I am grateful to be alive.)
-Keep a journal. Journaling is good because it gives you a chance to vent your frustrations and explore your feelings without being interrupted or feeling that you might be judged.
-Have a hobby. Hobbies are grossly underestimated. A good hobby will require so much focus that there will not be enough room in your head to think about anything else. The more hobbies you have, the better.
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Have you ever been assessed by a psychiatrist for an anxiety disorder? A family doctor has no business doing that but can and should refer you. Your problem if it's existed for a really long time may be irrational and a medical one that requires medication and therapy to manage and find the peace you are looking for. They'll teach you coping strategies and how to deal. It might be the best thing you've done for yourself to seek medical help.
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