Here is a super quick rundown of general anxiety…

 

WHAT IS IT?

General anxiety is a classification of anxiety which can be triggered by various factors. Most triggers consist of recalling negative or traumatic experiences and thoughts, pent up stress and addictive substances.

 

HOW DOES IT FEEL?

With general anxiety, you can experience a constant state of stress, worry and tension. Some physical projections of general anxiety include: nausea, migraines, dizziness, fatigue, restlessness and excessive sweating.

 

WHY DOES IT HAPPEN?

General anxiety is the result of family history trauma. It occurs due to an error in the way the brain processes emotional input.

 

WHEN DOES IT HAPPEN?

General anxiety doesn’t have a specific environment that can trigger it. It can be prompted by long term stress or worry. It can even be initiated by consuming alcohol or caffeine. Episodes of general anxiety can occur at random times.

 

WHAT IMPACT DOES IT HAVE?

Depression is the main impact among the people affected by general anxiety.

 

Now that you know what general anxiety consists of…

 

HOW DO YOU MANAGE GENERAL ANXIETY?

 

If you are in the middle of a general anxiety episode…

• Use The 5 Senses Rule

• Acknowledge Your Thoughts

• Deconstruct The Cause Of Your Episode

• Practice Deep Breathing

• Listen To Music

 

Some ways to minimize general anxiety long term include…

• Lessening Your Use of Caffeine

• Exercising More

• Accepting Your Thoughts

• Find An Outlet To Vent

• Prescribed Medications