Here are seven tips to keep in your back pocket for keeping your worries under control.
- Try mindfulness meditation. Practicing mindfulness meditation involves focusing your attention on the present moment. ...
- Practice deep breathing. ...
- Explore guided imagery. ...
- Do a body scan. ...
- Talk to others. ...
- Keep a worry journal. ...
- Get moving.
How can I stop worrying so much?
Why is it so hard to stop worrying?
- Negative beliefs about worry. ...
- Positive beliefs about worry. ...
- If the worry is solvable, start brainstorming. ...
- If the worry is not solvable, accept the uncertainty. ...
- Get up and get moving. ...
- Take a yoga or tai chi class. ...
- Meditate. ...
- Practice progressive muscle relaxation.
How do I train myself to worry less?
Here are eight ways to take control.
- Don't figure things out by yourself. ...
- Be real with how you feel. ...
- Be OK with some things being out of your control. ...
- Practice self-care. ...
- Be conscious of your intentions. ...
- Focus on positive thoughts. ...
- Practice mindfulness. ...
- Train your brain to stop the fear response.
