Top 7 Ways to Treat Anxiety

Anxiety is a natural response to stress. The heart starts beating faster and the palms become sweaty when anxious persons face stressful situations.
Here are the top 7 ways to treat your anxiety.

7. Exercise

Exercise is a great way to soothe your anxiety. Studies say that exercise can burn off the extra energy released in anxious people. They show that exercise can be the ultimate treatment for anxiety. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

6. Meditation

Meditation, in general, is becoming more popular among anxious people since it can soothe thoughts and make it easier to relieve stress. Many meditation styles exist such as yoga and mindfulness. Studies show that meditation can be the best solution for mood disorders. (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)

5. Relaxation Exercises

Tense muscles can lead to anxiety and anxiety can make your muscles tense; it is a vicious cycle. Relaxation exercises can soothe your tense muscles and relieve your anxiety. Try to find a program or certain relaxation exercises to soothe your anxiety. (12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18)

4. Writing Your Thoughts

It is important to find a way to express your anxiety to be able to manage it. Studies suggest that keeping a journal or writing your thoughts can help anxious people to cope with their anxiety. (19, 20, 21)

3. Time Management

Most anxious people become overwhelmed if they have to deal with many problems at the same time such as work problems, family issues, and health activities. It is essential to have a plan to able to keep your anxiety at its minimum level. (22, 23, 24, 25, 26)

2. Aromatherapy

The smell of plant oils can soothe your anxiety and relieve your stress. What works for you may not work for other anxious people. Try some essential oils until you find the one. Lavender is highly recommended. Studies show that it is effective in slowing the heart rate and improving sleep problems. (27, 28, 29)

1. Cannabidiol (CBD) Oil

CBD oil is extracted from the marijuana plant, but it does not contain THC, which makes people high. It is an over-the-counter medication that is used widely by people with mood disorders to reduce anxiety and panic. (30, 31, 32, 33)