Why you can not ignore the state of anxiety. Answered by a crisis psychologist

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The body in anxiety expends a huge amount of mental and physical energy, which is largely wasted. It’s like it’s on high alert all the time. This is difficult and can develop into chronic stress, and then into emotional burnout, panic attacks can occur, as well as a state of apathy.

Perhaps only those who are used to controlling their emotions can ignore them: such people are immersed in work and do not always notice their own experiences.

What are the dangers of anxiety and how can it be prevented?

Alina: Anxiety, both background and conscious, can turn into panic attacks. And it is already quite difficult to deal with it. Therefore, it is better to identify anxiety at the initial stages and try to stabilize yourself.

How can this be done?

Working through negative thoughts

Alina: First of all it helps to identify the cause of anxiety. Most often it arises because of thoughts. They generate some negative scenarios, which often correlate with fears. We are afraid of something that may happen in the future.

Because of the fear of potential events, anxiety arises. Therefore, you need to identify your fears, analyze if it can really happen or if it is only your speculation. Relate it to reality, analyze it point by point, make a plan: what will I do if it happens?

Breathing practices

In the fight against symptoms of anxiety help breathing practices aimed at realizing yourself in the present. We try to concentrate on inhalations and exhalations, breathing as usual, observing. Sometimes breathing to the count helps. So-called breathing meditation can last from 5 to 10 minutes. It allows you to return to reality.

Listening to music

You can also listen to music, relax, try not to dive deep into your thoughts. Melodies will help distract from bad news, briefly improve the general emotional background.

Conversation with a loved one

You can share your worries with someone you trust, who will not judge you, who is more stable emotionally.

Alina: When we are around a calm person, we are energized by their energy, and this brings us back to a more balanced state.