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Posted 10/31/2014 2:15 AM (GMT 0)
I was wondering what coping skills everyone uses to calm themselves when they feel anxious or panic?

I journal and breathe deeply.
I also self talk.
I also come here too.
Posted 10/31/2014 2:32 AM (GMT 0)
I do those as well Jessica. I also share my concerns with God (pray), read the Bible (especially Psalms) and keep up with my Bible Study Class. I listen to lectures / ted talks / and other anxiety related topics on my iphone ear buds while I'm cleaning / doing laundry / kids are napping, etc...
Posted 10/31/2014 2:33 AM (GMT 0)
Self talk is my biggest one right now, for sure. I also journal, do yoga and listen to guided meditations. Oh, reading too!
Posted 10/31/2014 3:18 AM (GMT 0)
I journal.
I take my meds, although lately, I have been bad about that.
I get out of the house every day, it's good for me.
I crochet, doing my hobbies is also good for me.
I work, helping others makes me feel good.
I come here.
I try to self-talk, although that too has been slipping.

I try to do lots of things for myself every single day to help myself with my anxiety and to enjoy my life.
Posted 10/31/2014 5:21 AM (GMT 0)
Great topic JD!!

I also depend on:

*breathing exercises
*postive mantras
*CBT skills
*participating here at HW
*exercise
*laughter! :)

Lets add to this list and see if we can compile a whole bunch of coping skills that we can share with eachother!

S.C.
Posted 10/31/2014 6:59 AM (GMT 0)
music, posting, and distractions like solitaire whilst burning incense. cheers. big slow deep breaths as well.
Posted 10/31/2014 10:18 AM (GMT 0)
Hi JD

Great thread it is good to see what others use to help them deal with anxiety/panic mine are:-

Breathing exercises
CBT skills
Music
Exercise
Mindfulness
Positive self talk
Avoiding Dr Google


Hibee
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