Fishmanpa
06-01-14, 17:37
As many know, I've been hanging around here to learn about anxiety and specifically HA. I've learned so much! I've also studied other sites and medical journal entries in an effort to discover the triggers, causes and ways to defeat this "dragon".
I found CBT to be probably the most effective method as it helps to "re-wire" your thought patterns. It's there, in the mind and thought patterns that the key lies. I say CBT is probably the most effective because I downloaded the free program offered here and have thoroughly studied it and am utilizing it myself for issues in my life. It's been quite effective.
Some things I've also found can affect you negatively and prevent you from healing are so simple and just common sense.
For example:
Diet - I don't mean losing weight, I mean nutrition. Eating properly. How many of you skip breakfast or other meals for instance? How many eat too much fast food? What about drinking?
Anxiety or not, a proper diet and eating regular meals does wonders for your body and mind. And as I've said often times, anxiety and alcohol don't mix, especially if you're on meds. There are no ifs, ands or buts about it. Not even an occasional glass of wine. Just don't drink! (Don't smoke either!) By utilizing proper nutrition, you end up feeling better, sleeping better and thus your niggles become less of an issue. For those with "poo" issues, this is very important! Common sense right?
Knowledge - Learn about your affliction. Understand the physiology and why your body reacts the way it does. Learn what's happening when you begin to spiral into the cycle of intrusive and repetitive thoughts. By understanding what's actually going on and why, you can battle the dragon with some armor and a sword! Common sense right?
Activities - Simple exercise on a regular basis helps distract you from negative thoughts. Your mood will improve, spirits rise, increase your appetite and help you sleep better. Common sense right?
There are more but these three very basic things can help you control the dragon!
So is it really that simple? Perhaps not, but there's no doubt that following these three very basic common sense aspects of your health can and will make a positive difference in healing from your anxiety.
Positive thoughts
I found CBT to be probably the most effective method as it helps to "re-wire" your thought patterns. It's there, in the mind and thought patterns that the key lies. I say CBT is probably the most effective because I downloaded the free program offered here and have thoroughly studied it and am utilizing it myself for issues in my life. It's been quite effective.
Some things I've also found can affect you negatively and prevent you from healing are so simple and just common sense.
For example:
Diet - I don't mean losing weight, I mean nutrition. Eating properly. How many of you skip breakfast or other meals for instance? How many eat too much fast food? What about drinking?
Anxiety or not, a proper diet and eating regular meals does wonders for your body and mind. And as I've said often times, anxiety and alcohol don't mix, especially if you're on meds. There are no ifs, ands or buts about it. Not even an occasional glass of wine. Just don't drink! (Don't smoke either!) By utilizing proper nutrition, you end up feeling better, sleeping better and thus your niggles become less of an issue. For those with "poo" issues, this is very important! Common sense right?
Knowledge - Learn about your affliction. Understand the physiology and why your body reacts the way it does. Learn what's happening when you begin to spiral into the cycle of intrusive and repetitive thoughts. By understanding what's actually going on and why, you can battle the dragon with some armor and a sword! Common sense right?
Activities - Simple exercise on a regular basis helps distract you from negative thoughts. Your mood will improve, spirits rise, increase your appetite and help you sleep better. Common sense right?
There are more but these three very basic things can help you control the dragon!
So is it really that simple? Perhaps not, but there's no doubt that following these three very basic common sense aspects of your health can and will make a positive difference in healing from your anxiety.
Positive thoughts