Learn to listen to your body and notice the symptoms of anxiety so you can take the most effective measures
Identify what they are symptoms of anxiety It can be a challenge in your busy daily life. We often turn on autopilot and don’t stop to notice our body’s reactions.
But recognizing and naming what you feel makes you create space to deal with this situation. When you notice the symptoms of anxietyyou can take steps to address them more consciously and effectively.
However, anxiety can manifest itself in different ways and recognizing these signs is not always easy. Therefore, below, we tell you what the main symptoms of anxiety are.
If you notice that some are common or even if you have difficulty identifying them, be sure to do so seek specialized help;
Main symptoms of anxiety
When things are not going well, the body offers many signals, which often go unnoticed. So, see below the main symptoms of anxiety that you should pay attention to:
- Discomfort in the stomach area, you may experience heartburn or nausea
- Heachache It is a common symptom that can easily be confused with other conditions.
- The body runs and oscillates between tiredness and exhaustion
- Feeling of always being tiredbut with the body on alert
- Decreased concentration and focus to carry out daily activities
- Irritation, impatience and bad mood for no apparent reason
- Repetitive thoughtsmainly linked to worries and fears
- You want to eat to distract yourselfMeaning what, using food as a way to relieve anxiety.
Yes, anxiety can be masked by pain, tension, tiredness… but also hunger. Therefore, it is important to learn and not get confused hunger signals with anxiety symptoms.
Strategies for dealing with anxiety
There are several strategies that can help relieve the symptoms of anxiety. See some:
- Breaks in the routine: The first step is to take small breaks throughout the day to get listen and pay attention to your body’s messages.
- Meditation: Regular meditation practice, in particular Awareness, can help calm the mind and reduce anxiety. The World Health Organization (WHO) itself recommends this practice.
- Aromatherapy: Essential oilslike Lavender, Ylang Ylang or Neroli, they have calming properties, which is why they help relieve anxiety.
- Flower therapy: Specific flowers, such as Aspen, Mimulus, Red Chestnut and Impatients, can provide the emotional support, courage and confidence needed to deal with anxiety.
Here you can read more about how to better deal with anxiety.
Listen to your body
Recognizing the symptoms of anxiety and learning to cope with them is essential for mental and physical health. So, by paying attention to the signals in your body and mind, you can take steps to relieve anxiety effectively and mindfully.
In this sense, I recommend a practice that can help you listen to your body: expressing gratitude for the functions that your body performs. Say to yourself:
- I thank my feet for allowing me to walk. I thank my eyes for seeing and reading. I thank my lungs for breathing.
I hope you take some time off to nourish your body with the affection it needs at all times.
And don’t hesitate to seek help from an expert, such as a psychologist or therapist, for additional support.
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Luiza Camargo Mendes (contato@luizacamargo.com.br)
– Psychologist, Mindfulness and Mindful Eating instructor, meditation and yoga practitioner, who has found great meaning in Mindful Eating for her work.
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Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
