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“Giving in to the fear of missing out can lead you to miss out on something even greater: the life that you truly desire.” – Aili Kuutan Although the fear of missing out may not seem like a big deal to some, to others it can be detrimental to their mental health. Social media makes […]

Have you tried just about everything to get over anxiety, but it just keeps coming back? Perhaps you thought you had got over it, only for the symptoms to return with a vengeance? Whatever your circumstances, here are 12 tips that can help you outgrow anxiety.

Anxiety is often caused by worrying about things that have not happened yet and may never happen. Even if everything is fine, you may be concerned about potential issues such as losing your job, becoming ill, or the safety of your loved ones. Life can be unpredictable, and you cannot always control what happens, no matter how hard you try. However, you have the ability to choose how you will deal with the unknown.

Living with financial stress is an unfortunate reality for most of us. People who have a lot of debt, few assets, or a limited income have always been more vulnerable to financial anxiety. Financial anxiety can be constant and debilitating in some cases. In the worst cases, it can become all-consuming, affecting many aspects of your life, leaving you feeling constantly on edge and unable to relax or make sound decisions. If left untreated, financial anxiety can have a negative impact on both your mental and physical health.

If anxiety is keeping you up at night, you’re not alone. Anxiety is frequently associated with sleeping difficulties, and many people who struggle with anxiety typically have trouble sleeping. Numerous studies have reported that anxiety not only affects sleep, but sleep can also affect anxiety. Lack of sleep can have a negative impact on your mental and emotional health, exacerbating your anxiety. According to neuroscientists, a chronic lack of sleep can negatively impact emotional health, making it difficult to fall and stay asleep throughout the night, leaving you locked in a cycle of sleep deprivation and anxiety.

Do you worry a lot about what other people think, or worry that you will do something embarrassing in front of others? Social anxiety is characterised by an intense fear of social situations, particularly those that are unfamiliar or in which people believe they will be watched or evaluated by others. Social anxiety is chronic and debilitating for some people, and it can be so intense that it prevents them from doing things they enjoy.

At some point in their lives, an estimated 46 percent of children have experienced some form of trauma. Parents often say things like, “they were so young when that happened, they won’t even remember it as an adult,” but childhood trauma can have a long-term impact. It can be difficult to understand why you have chronic anxiety; the key may be to investigate your early life experiences. By studying your past, it’s possible to connect those early experiences to why you struggle with anxiety today as an adult. Although this may be difficult, it has the potential to help you overcome your anxiety.

“I just give myself permission to suck…I find this hugely liberating.” – John Green. It seems that performance anxiety has become increasingly more common in our society. I am frequently visited by teens, students, and adults who struggle to cope with the pressure of ‘being the best’. Given that our ever-changing world places a premium on competition and spectacular results, it’s no surprise that many people find it difficult to cope with the constant pressure of the need to be the best.

The fear of missing out refers to the feeling or perception that others are having more fun, living better lives, or experiencing better things than you are. It is characterised by a strong sense of envy and has a negative impact on self-esteem. It is frequently exacerbated by social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook. FOMO is not just the sense that there might be better things that you could be doing at this moment, but it is the feeling that you are missing out on something fundamentally important that others are experiencing right now. FOMO has been linked to worsening depression and anxiety, decreased quality of life, irritability, and a sense of inadequacy.

Everyone worries about money from time to time, but financial anxiety is different. Financial anxiety is an obsessive fear of things related to money that can often be debilitating. Financial anxiety is defined by psychologists and financial experts as an uneasy and unhealthy attitude towards managing personal finances. It can have a significant impact on your mental and physical health, relationships, and overall quality of life.

Anxiety and depression are two of the most common psychiatric illnesses; they frequently coexist and are referred to as “first cousins.” While anxiety and depression share many symptoms, those with anxiety are more likely to experience panic attacks and obsessive thoughts about what makes them anxious, whereas those with depression may experience a persistent low mood, low self-esteem, and low energy.

This quiz is NOT intended to be used as a diagnostic tool. Only licenced healthcare professionals are qualified to diagnose mental health disorders. Many people put off seeking help because they are afraid that their problems aren’t serious enough to warrant counselling. However, these assessments can be an essential first step towards receiving treatment for anxiety issues.