{"id":8420,"date":"2024-08-12T03:57:19","date_gmt":"2024-08-12T07:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/how-to-relax-soothe-your-amped-up-mind\/"},"modified":"2024-08-12T03:57:19","modified_gmt":"2024-08-12T07:57:19","slug":"how-to-relax-soothe-your-amped-up-mind","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/how-to-relax-soothe-your-amped-up-mind\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Relax & Soothe Your Amped Up Mind"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Do you ever feel amped up? Wound up or restless? Anxiety is a drag.<\/strong> Feeling amped up can happen to everyone at some time in life. This is one way that anxiety presents itself. How you deal with anxiety is what makes the difference. How do you relax & soothe your amped up mind?<\/p>\n

What Is Anxiety?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Let\u2019s see what the experts say. According to anxiety.org: \u201cAnxiety is the reaction to situations perceived as stressful or dangerous.\u201d The amped-up feeling, and restlessness you may feel can be manifestations of anxiety. The world we live in and the hectic pace of our society often leaves people feeling this way. Many wonder how they can learn to relax.<\/p>\n

Symptoms Of Anxiety:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2013 Feeling restless, wound-up, or on-edge<\/p>\n

\u2013 Being easily fatigued<\/p>\n

\u2013 Having difficulty concentrating; mind going blank<\/p>\n

\u2013 Being irritable<\/p>\n

\u2013 Having muscle tension<\/p>\n

\u2013 Difficulty controlling feelings of worry<\/p>\n

\u2013 Having sleep problems, such as difficulty falling or staying asleep, restlessness, or unsatisfying sleep<\/p>\n

(According to nimh.org)<\/p>\n

How To Relax & Soothe Your Amped Up Mind<\/strong><\/p>\n

Be Here Now<\/strong><\/p>\n

Anxiety can be described as worrying about something that is in the future. You are basically so efficient that you are worrying in advance. Be here now: What\u2019s happening at this moment? Bring yourself back to the present. This can be done by doing a task that requires all of your attention. For some people, this might be an art project. Others might find relief from a sport that demands all their focus. For others pausing and reflecting on being present is enough. Find what works for you to bring you into the moment you are in right now and relax your amped emotions.<\/p>\n

Take A Break<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sometimes you just need a break. Get out of town, take a day off, or go for a run. Move your body and breathe fresh air. A change of environment or even a change of routine can refresh the soul and relax the mind.<\/p>\n

Check-In<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ask yourself if what you are anxious or amped about is reasonable and logical. Check-in. Ask yourself if whatever is happening at this moment is even worth investing your energy in. This allows you to train your brain to come up with a rational way to deal with your amped or anxious emotions. Developing these habits prepares you for the future when you have a similar experience. Having a contingency plan will help you feel calmer in the moment.<\/p>\n

Meditation And Deep Breathing<\/strong><\/p>\n

Deep breathing can help relax many people. Whether meditation or breathing exercises help; both are excellent relaxation and focusing methods. Search online for various methods to try. Yoga, group classes, or individual practice may help you with relaxation and self-soothing. All of these activities are excellent for your wellbeing and overall health.<\/p>\n

Reframe<\/strong><\/p>\n

Changing the way you look at a situation can change the way you feel about it. This can be done as an intentional act or be something that happens automatically depending on your mindset, and temperament. According to a study: \u201cAppraisal theories of emotion suggest that it is an individual\u2019s subjective appraisal of an event\u2014that is, its\u2019 meaning and significance\u2014rather than the event itself that leads to a specific emotional reaction.\u201d (Seeing the Silver Lining: Cognitive Reappraisal Ability Moderates the Relationship Between Stress and Depressive Symptoms, Allison S. Troy, et al, 2010)<\/p>\n

How you look at an event can change your emotions about it.<\/strong> If you have a balanced calm mindset, it will take more for you to feel amped up. You will have better distress tolerance and be better able to handle emotions that arise.<\/p>\n

You can learn to self soothe using small changes to daily habits and reframing your thoughts. Implementing some of these practices will help you develop techniques to increase relaxation in your daily life, de-stress and improve your mental health.<\/p>\n

Sources:
1. https:\/\/www.nimh.nih.gov\/health\/topics\/anxiety-disorders\/index.shtml<\/a><\/p>\n

Originally posted 2020-09-22 01:51:23. <\/small><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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