We live in a world where pills are taken for almost every problem, and they are also common for anxiety, because chronic tension causes physical symptoms that cause people to visit doctors, who then prescribe them medication.
However, pills are not the solution for everyone. They solve the symptoms, but certainly not what caused the distress. The key is to learn to deal with life's circumstances in a calm manner.
Coping with tension is a matter of lifestyle changes, not a particular drug. That's why there are individual tactics that work for some and not for others, so you need to try them as much as possible to find what works best for you.
Practice
The importance of exercise cannot be stressed enough. Exercise is a natural way to deal with tension. Even if you've never been the type of person who likes to exercise, if you're stressed and tense it's crucial to get moving.
Vitamins and minerals (especially magnesium)
Sometimes tension occurs due to inadequate nutrition. As far as is known, lack of magnesium will not cause tension, but if you are tense, if you have enough of it in your body, you will relax more easily. Many other vitamins are essential for the proper psychological functioning of the body, such as the B complex, so it is best to consult a doctor and take multivitamin supplements that match your health condition.
Spirituality
Spiritual practice will make your life much simpler, because you will find very simple answers to some very difficult questions. In addition to prayer and meditation, you can read books, listen to music.
Stop overthinking
When we think about something too much, it is probably about something negative. Follow the thoughts. Identify irrational and negative thoughts. When you catch yourself thinking negatively, stop and shift your perception. At that point, answer the question, “now it would help me to______ ”
Write reminders
If you felt better after reading a text, save it and read it when you feel tension or anxiety. Make a list of goals for what you want your life to look like. for example When I'm cleaning up a mess around the house that others have made, I won't react violently. I will not react violently to children's accidents. I will not shout, I will resolve conflicts calmly and with a smile. Every time you get angry, remind yourself of your list.
Take a break
Instead of reacting suddenly, when something upsets you, take a shower, go for a walk, take a break...
Ask these questions
Always answer these questions before any reaction:- What am I thinking about?
- Am I exaggerating this problem, fear, doubt?
- Will this matter be important in 3, 6 months or in a few years?
- Is this thing worth the hassle?
However, the fact that sometimes we can overcome tension on our own does not mean that we should not visit a doctor. If you are anxious 24 hours a day, if you can't stop negative thoughts, if you never feel well, see a specialist as soon as possible.
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