7 Ways To Calm Yourself During An Anxiety Attack

             Written by: Mantasha

Dealing with an anxiety attack can be challenging, but there are effective techniques to help calm yourself. 

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Here are seven ways to manage anxiety during an attack:

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Inhale deeply through your nose for four counts, hold for four, then exhale through your mouth for six; repeat until calmer.

Deep Breathing

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Engage your senses by identifying five things you see, four you touch, three you hear, two you smell, and one you taste.

Grounding Techniques

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Tense and relax each muscle group in your body, starting from your toes and working up to your head.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

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Close your eyes and imagine a peaceful place, using all your senses to create a vivid, calming image.

Visualization

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Focus on the present moment, paying attention to your breathing or bodily sensations without judgment.

Practice Mindfulness

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