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Adorable-Case-7485 t1_j9sn3pc wrote

I don’t have constant anxiety but I’ve realized (with a couple of sessions of therapy!) what the source of my anxiety was/is. It’s my mom. I’m 23 years old and I’m scared of upsetting my mom. That’s it. Sounds kinda pathetic I know but I’ve come a long ways in just the past month.

But a couple techniques my therapist taught me include taking an hour out of my day before bed, and turning off my phone ( anxiety stems from my mom blowing up my phone so phone is a trigger) and relaxing by watching some tv. Sometimes it’s a pointless tv show like Family Guy or something so I don’t have to think too hard about it (I know that sounds stupid but it works for me lol). Another tactic she taught me with my phone and one that I kinda figured out on my own, was changing the ringer/ notification/ alarms to a more “calming” sound. Right now I have a whooshing sound so it’s more calming and I have yet to associate that sound with my phone blowing up. Another one would be to keep your phone on silent.

I know these are techniques for phone anxiety and I’m sorry that’s all I can really contribute right now (it’s past my bedtime and I’m half awake) but I hope something for this helps you! Also I’ve been thinking of starting meditation as well.

Also working out has helped me too. Turning off my notifications for messages and using my phone for music while just lifting weights a little help too!

And if it floats your boat, look up ASMR on YouTube. It’s extremely diverse, video wise, but I’ve noticed that it helps me relax and fall asleep instead of constantly overthinking.

Best of luck OP!

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quantafolia OP t1_j9ss31o wrote

I think phone has been a bad trigger for me too. watching too much internet has made me lost hope in life

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r_special_ t1_j9wjv3p wrote

Time to change what you’re watching. It’ll do wonders for you. Start with some funny videos until you’ve laughed for a bit. Then switch to informative videos on topics of interest. Stay away from “news,” political or religious topics. After awhile of this new viewing habit you should notice a difference. Eating healthy and exercising on a regular basis will also help with reducing anxiety. Good luck

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