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We know just what it feels like when nerves kick in and your heart starts thumping, your hands get clammy, and you get butterflies in your stomach. Everyone is bound to feel nervous once in a while. Luckily, we’ve got tons of things you can try to calm yourself down in the moment and stop worrying. Keep reading for tips on how to get over your nerves fast and manage your anxieties long-term so you’re ready to tackle any situation.
Things You Should Know
- Take deep breaths and relax your muscles to get rid of nervousness fast. Squeeze your muscles tight before releasing all your tension.
- Put your nervous energy into a productive task, like cleaning or organizing, so you can distract yourself.
- Visualize a positive, calming image, like a sunny beach or a quiet peaceful forest. Try to imagine all the sounds and sensations in your happy place.
- Put on a calm, relaxing song or one that you can sing along with. Focus on the music to get your mind off of any nervous thoughts.
Steps
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- If someone close to you is suffering from nervousness, be compassionate toward their feelings and ask what you can do to help calm them down.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/relaxation-techniques-breath-control-helps-quell-errant-stress-response
- ↑ https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/guides-tools-and-activities/breathing-exercises-for-stress/
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/relaxation-techniques-for-stress-relief.htm
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- ↑ https://www.apa.org/topics/mindfulness/meditation
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/insight-is-2020/201901/6-tips-channel-nervous-energy-effectively
- ↑ https://www.nimh.nih.gov/news/media/2021/guided-visualization-dealing-with-stress
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3734071/
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/stress/how-to-begin-journaling-for-stress-relief
- ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/nerves.html
- ↑ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4760272/
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/how-to-stop-worrying.htm
- ↑ https://psychcentral.com/health/how-to-face-your-fears#strategies
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/topics/stress/manage-social-support
- ↑ https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/caffeine
- ↑ https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/stress/2013/sleep
- ↑ https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/anxiety-fear-panic/
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/about/copingwith-stresstips.html
- ↑ https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/9536-anxiety-disorders
About This Article
To get rid of nervousness right away, start by taking several deep breaths to help slow down your heart rate and reduce blood pressure. Try to breathe evenly and avoid holding your breath, which is a common response to nervousness. Next, take a few moments to visualize something soothing that makes you feel safe, like your favorite pet, a calm sea, or a happy memory. It also helps to limit your caffeine intake, since its stimulant properties can increase feelings of anxiety. For tips on exercises you can try to help you manage nervousness in the future, read on!
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