Do not let your anxiety and stresses overwhelm you during your every day living. It can be tough sometimes to deal with your anxious moments but they will eventually go away. In the meantime, the best thing that you can do is to find those ways that will manage those stresses whether at work or at home.
For instance, many people get stressed out when they have to meet deadlines either at work or at school. Instead of getting stressed, try to take a deep breath and try to do something that will get your mind off of the problem. Take a walk or take a five-minute break to regain your focus and your confidence. The next thing is to figure out what the most important task that needs to be done and do that first. When your finished, do the second most important task and so forth. Take things one at a time and you will be able to manage your stresses in those situations.
Sometimes, we may have to perform a task in front of our coworkers or friends. An example, would be giving a presentation at work. To help reduce the stress of this situation, try to imagine yourself doing the task in your mind. The day before the presentation, sit down in a quiet place and imagine yourself giving the presentation in front of your peers. By performing the task in your mind, you will be better prepared to perform for real when the time comes.
Learn to think to positive and sometimes give yourself positive encouragement. Replace your negative thoughts with positive statements. For instance, we sometimes find ourselves way over our heads at times whether it is maintaining a family or organizing a social event. Instead of telling yourself that you are not going to get through this, remind yourself of those times that you managed your other stressful situations. Tell yourself that you can do it or that you can handle this. Giving yourself a short pep talk can go a long way in feeling better when facing a stressful situation.
Instead of worrying about how you will get through the rest of the week or coming month, try to focus on today. Each day can provide us with different opportunities to learn new things and that includes learning how to deal with your problems. Focus on the present and stop trying to predict what may happen next week. Next week will take care of itself.
As a Layman and author of an anxiety book, I have faced many stressful and anxious moments in my life. The techniques that I have just covered are some basic ways to manage your stresses. If you still find it difficult to manage your stresses then maybe you should talk to a professional. Getting help or additional advice from others on how to manage your anxious moments can go a long way in becoming better in dealing with your anxieties. Remember that there are ways to deal with your stresses.
Stan Popovich is the author of “A Layman’s Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods” – an easy to read book that presents a general overview of techniques that are effective in managing persistent fears and anxieties. For additional information go to Managing Fear Homepage
