Anxiety is a normal and necessary part of our life. Evolution has wired us with a protective response to danger—when we feel threatened, adrenaline kicks in, preparing us to "fight or flight." That’s what we call anxiety.
Working with anxiety can happen on different levels:
Thoughts
• What am I afraid of?
• Is this really the case?
• If it happens, what will I do?
Physical
• Breathing practices
• Meditation
• Movement (walking, yoga, exercise)
Action
• Recognize the anxiety and ask: What can I do?
• Keep an emotion & success journal
• Accept your strengths and weaknesses
• Rest, distract yourself with pleasant things, break tough tasks into smaller steps
• Find a hobby you love
Prevention
• Boost self-esteem
• Take responsibility for your life
Anxiety causes stress on physical, emotional, mental, and social levels—it’s often a symptom of stress or burnout. That’s why it’s crucial to work with it, not against it.
How do you handle anxiety? Share your best tips in the comments!