How To Calm Your Anxious Thoughts
Let’s Talk About Anxiety (Because Yeah, I Deal With It Too)
Truth is, I battle anxiety every single day. Some days, it’s just a little background noise, and other days, it feels like a full-blown storm in my mind. And I know I’m not alone—millions of people struggle with anxiety, whether it’s from work stress, relationships, or just the overwhelming pressure of life.
Anxiety isn’t just about feeling nervous—it can mess with your sleep, your focus, and even your body (hello, tension headaches and racing heart!). It sneaks up in different ways, making simple things feel 10 times harder than they should be. But the good news? There are ways to calm the chaos.
Over time, I’ve found some simple but powerful techniques that actually help me feel more grounded when anxiety starts creeping in. They’re not magic fixes, but they make a difference—and I hope they can help you too. 💛
Here are some of my go-to anxiety relief techniques:
Deep Breathing: Slowing down my breath helps slow down my thoughts. One of my favorites is the 4-7-8 method—inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7, exhale for 8. It’s like an instant reset button.
Mindfulness & Meditation: I know, I know—everyone talks about meditation. But hear me out. Just taking a few minutes to sit still, focus on my breathing, and let my thoughts pass without fighting them helps me feel way less overwhelmed.
Journaling It Out: Sometimes, I just need to dump my thoughts onto paper. No structure, no rules—just getting those racing thoughts out of my head and onto a page makes them feel less heavy.
Music & Grounding Sounds: Whether it’s calming nature sounds, a good playlist, or even a guided meditation, music shifts my mood fast. Sound baths and binaural beats. Game-changer.
Movement & Fresh Air: When anxiety hits hard, my body feels tense and stuck. A quick walk, stretching, or even just stepping outside for fresh air makes a huge difference. Sometimes, I literally have to remind myself: Go touch some grass!
Talking It Out: Whether it’s venting to a friend or just saying “Hey, I’m feeling anxious” out loud, acknowledging it instead of pushing it down makes it less scary. Anxiety feeds on silence—so don’t give it that power.
The key is finding what works for you. Anxiety might always be part of my life, but I refuse to let it run the show. You’re not alone in this, and you’ve got more control than you think.
What are some things that help you when anxiety kicks in? Let’s share and support each other!
Love & Light,💕
The Self-Love Goddess Chic