Treatment Room Blog – Treating Self Esteem
Treatment Room Blog – Treating Specific Phobias
We all feel anxious and uncomfortable in certain situations but when the physical and mental state of anxiety and stress fall into a daily occurrence they can restrict us from reaching our full potential in life. The signs of anxiety and stress vary from person to person, but the most common symptoms can be simply put down to these points:
- Feeling nervous, restless or tense.
- Having a sense of impending danger, panic or doom.
- Having an increased heart.
- Breathing rapidly (hyperventilation)
- Sweating.
- Trembling.
- Feeling weak or tired.
- Trouble concentrating or thinking about anything other than the present worry.
- Feeling overwhelmed but without an understanding of why.
These symptoms are common in daily life but the problem is the ‘level’ experienced. However, it is important to seek help when symptoms appear at unexplainable times to decipher the root cause. If the symptoms above are proving to inhibit, limit and debilitate your quality of life then seek help from a qualified therapist.
Here are some ways to alleviate experiences of anxiety & stress:
- Take a time-out to just be yourself.
- Eat well-balanced meals.
- Limit alcohol and caffeine, which can aggravate anxiety and trigger panic attacks.
- Get enough sleep.
- Exercise daily to help you feel good and maintain your health.
- Take a deep breath.
- Socialise with strangers or friends in a manageable amount.
Further Treatment: Counselling and Psychotherapy – Mindfulness Therapy, the 6-Week Mindfulness Programme & Solutions Focused Hypnotherapy for Anxiety
