Anxiety And Stress

Anxiety and Exhaustion

There are some people that are prone to anxiety and exhaustion more than the others. And at some point in their lives, people who suffer them begin asking themselves why they are susceptible to these problems.

I agree that there are really some people are really more easily affected by anxiety than the others but I also believe that the breaking point is one when exhaustion sinks in. Exhaustion, in this context, encompasses physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion. (Physical exhaustion can be brought about by poor diet or substance abuse).

Some people suffer from exhaustion because they never take time out of their hectic schedule to relieve themselves of stress. They go on with their whirlwind lifestyle, not noticing that their stress levels are going up the ladder. By then, it would be too late to notice that they are slowly being taken over by a panic attack.

Others go through an emotional exhaustion brought about by death or loss of a loved one. Getting out of a long-term relationship can be stressful too.

In a traumatic event, anxiety does not usually set in immediately. For the first weeks, the person deals with the crisis very well. After several weeks, they start to feel the anxiety because that’s when the trauma starts to sink in. It takes a while to finally digest the traumatic experience.

Once an anxiety or panic attack has been detected, it’s really important to seek any form of help available. Anxiety or panic attacks get out of hand when left ignored. I would recommend consulting a doctor to diagnose what you are going through. It could be anxiety or caused by a physical problem. Have it treated once the anxiety is diagnosed.

Don’t Wait For the Problem to Escalate

Running away from the problem and pretending it doesn’t exist won’t make the anxiety attack go away. Why waste months or years treating it if it can be treated now?

The New Year has already come and gone; you finally make the realization you never completed your resolutions for the past year. You are afraid you will do the same this year. The solid hopes of making changes to your life and your lifestyle have faded into thin air leaving you with faded illusions, guilt, and feelings of anxiety and stress. These added tensions can impair your ability to enjoy your life or your relationships. What can you do to overcome these tensions? There are some very simple steps you can take to help put your life and mind at ease in this coming New Year.

1. Leave the past behind you.

You made some promises to yourself and didn’t keep those promises. Sure, this can add anxiety stress to your life; but is it really worthwhile to hold yourself hostage to an unrealistic goal you set for yourself?

1. Evaluate your successes.

Even though you may have failed at keeping your resolutions, what have you done this year that made a difference in your life or someone you know? If you take a moment to reflect on your achievements can you pinpoint one or two events that stand out as positives? If you take a moment to embrace your successes, you can help eliminate some of the anxiety and stress of your “perceived” failures and guilt.

1. Surround yourself with friends.

One of the best ways to cope with stress and anxiety is surrounding yourself with those who have your best interests at heart. Having these types of solid relationships will help you to enjoy the many activities in your life. Positive thoughts build positive actions. Besides, a little happiness has been known to reduce stress.

1. Look to the future.

We have all been there. Life is full of uncertainty and you can never know what life has in store for you. There is a difference in knowing life will throw curve balls at you and expecting the end of the world tomorrow. All you can do is take life one step at a time. Expect the unexpected, but always hope for the best.

Stress and anxiety, if left unchecked, will only create additional stressors on your life. You cannot change what happens in future, but you can certainly prepare for the unexpected. Stop; breathe; and enjoy the moment. You control how much stress is in your life.