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It Is Natural to Feel Anxious
There’s a good chance that we’ve all experienced feelings of
anxiety in response to real or perceived threats at one time or
another. For most people, these feelings are normal as the brain
is hard-wired to caution you at times of danger, change and the
unknown.
In fact, in many situations, experiencing a certain level of anxiety
and stress can help boost your performance in specific tasks. For
instance, a person might experience a heightened level of anxiety
the days leading up to a public event and that’s a completely
normal reaction.
Psychologists believe that anxiety is your body’s natural response
to stress and that this stress triggers a system in the brain that
accentuates your performance. So, a little anxiety now and then
is okay and might be your body’s way of preparing for an
impending change.
Introduction
Anxiety: the unwelcome guest that overstays its welcome. It's the feeling of being
trapped in a room with no windows, no doors, and no escape. It's the voice in your
head that tells you everything will go wrong, even when things are going well.
Anxiety is a rollercoaster ride that you never asked to go on, but here you are,
white-knuckling through the twists and turns. But guess what? You're not alone.
Millions of people ride this same rollercoaster every day. So let's hold on tight,
take a deep breath, and ride it out together.

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That Said, Not Every Anxious Feeling Is Normal
For some, these feelings can be all-consuming, impairing the
individual’s ability to enjoy life as they’d otherwise like to. For
some, anxiety might treat their everyday events as life-or-death
situations. It can become a disorder and that isn’t a good place to
be in. Fortunately, in most cases, there is always a way out. And
one of the first steps to finding that way out is to dive into your
mind and listen to what it might be trying to tell you.
It’s About Accepting Your Anxiety, Embracing
and Understanding It Too
There is no shame in being anxious. And we would prefer not to
have put this obvious point across (because it’s obvious and
should ideally not need any re-affirmation). But sadly, because
of how this feeling can be trivialized and/or stigmatized, it’s
important to let all those who experience anxiety know that they
are not alone and by accepting it they’ll also be overcoming it.
Likewise, it’s important to let others know that they shouldn’t be
underestimating the pain of those with anxiety disorders. Worse,
that they shouldn’t be stigmatizing anxious people by saying

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things like, ‘you’re overacting’, or ‘you’re so OCD,’ when they
might not know enough or when that’s not what they mean.
This book is an attempt to throw some light on the much relevant
topic. We’ve kept it short and brief because we don’t want to
overload you with information but want to ease you into the
expansive subject one book at a time.
With this book, we attempt to show you how anxiety might be
taking over your lives without you even realizing it. We show you
the mirror alright, but we also show you ways to become the best
version of yourself because we believe it’s something you’re
meant to be.
In this book, we talk about 7 ways anxiety might be slowly eating
away your lives. We discuss:
 Overthinking and obsessive thoughts
 Lack of self-assurance and fear of judgment
 Phobias and traumas
 Workplace anxiety
 Social anxiety
 Eating disorder
 Insomnia
 And finding your journey towards the solution

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On that note, we warmly welcome you to our book titled, ‘7 Ways
Anxiety Might Be Slowly Eating Away Your Life.’ We’ve had an
enriching experience putting together this meaningful book and
hope you feel benefited by it.

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Chapter 1 - Overthinking and
Obsessive Thoughts
When was the last you had a passing, somewhat intrusive
thought that appeared to come out of nowhere, from way outside
your immediate realm of collective thoughts?
If you’re like most people, then the answer might be closer than
you initially realized.
Now, we all get wound up between fleeting and excessive
thoughts sometimes and that becomes the new normal (unless
you mindfully train yourself to think less and drop the thoughts).
You see, now and then (more frequently than we might like it to
be actually), we all have passing thoughts that might seem out of
our control.
When they begin to consume you, they can pose a serious chronic
problem. Because overthinking activates the same parts of the
brain that are involved in fear and anxiety, psychologists believe
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people with a history of anxiety disorder are more vulnerable to
this state of mind.
How Our Brains Respond to Anxiety
Our thoughts can manifest as physical reactions in our bodies.
Our bodies, in response to the flight-or-fight response, trigger
stress hormones into the bloodstream the moment they’re
subjected to any type of anxiety. These stress hormones, if not
put to rest in quick time, can manifest in responses such as
accelerated heartbeat, headaches, nausea, sweating, muscle
tension, stammering, and trembling. Worse, over time and due
to negligence, they can also weaken the immune system and
leave us vulnerable to a host of ailments.
For some, intrusive thoughts might be an everyday routine,
making it the trigger for periods of panic and intense anxiety.
They might also be the result of anxiety itself and can add a layer
of fear and stress to what the person is already experiencing.
These types of intrusive thoughts can be overwhelming, forcing
the person thinking them to obsess about them. For instance,
you have a task in front of you. It’s simple and straightforward.

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You’ve probably even done it before. But the thoughts in your
head might overload you with endless information and
possibilities, most of which might be unnecessary and unwanted.
“What if something unknown crops up, what might those
unknown things be, and will I be able to handle it?” “What if I
can’t, what if I fail, will I be judged? “What if I get a panic attack
when I’m doing this task?”
These thoughts are very real and put the person experiencing
them into a frenzy, sometimes even forcing them to opt out of the
task.
Negative and Unwanted Thoughts
Sometimes, these thoughts might seem outside of our character
too. The content may feel unknown, unlikely, bizarre and
perhaps even hostile too. And because they seem so radical in
nature, they can come back to haunt us time and again,
triggering feelings of guilt, disgust, anguish, despair, and
helplessness.
If experiencing these thoughts aren’t stressful enough, the
person might have to constantly live in the fear of enacting them

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out. This lethal combination of guilt and fear can make one feel
less worthy, forcing them to be withdrawn and secretive of their
condition.
The more you try and avoid them, the stronger they return. The
more you try and reason out with them, the more vehement they
become. It can look like a vicious cycle with no escape route. Only
there is. Not one, but several doors to a calmer and more peaceful
mind space.
Here are some effective ways to help silence those thoughts:
 Accept that these thoughts are automatic and might come and
go at their will. Don’t avoid them.
 Remind yourself that they are unimportant, intrusive
thoughts that do not define or become you.
 Believe that this time too will pass. Give yourself time.
 Expect the thoughts to come back again.
 Remind yourself that you are above it and will be prepared to
address it when it does come back.
 Continue with your tasks, focus on doing them well. Be aware
of the anxiety, but don’t engage with or attach to it. The tasks
might help you achieve this.

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Chapter 2 - Lack of Self-Esteem and
Fear of Rejection
There is nothing more uncomfortable than not being
comfortable in your own skin and with the structures that
function with you. Somewhere deep down, you know you needn’t
feel this way, that you shouldn’t, and that there isn’t any reason
or truth in your feeling. And yet, in spite of it all, you do.
“I feel sick to my stomach all the time and spend a lot of time
crying, hiding, and alone. Sometimes, I feel my chest tighten. It
messes with my breathing and makes me nauseous too. The
anxiety is always there. Panic attacks come and go. And when
they do, I feel lightheaded and dizzy. My muscles hurt. At its
worse, my mind disassociates from all the physical symptoms I
might be experiencing.
I feel the pain and it is very real. But my mind feels numb and I
have no control over my physical pain. When it’s all over, I feel
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can’t really tell because I don’t remember it all. Did I make it
obvious? What will people think of me? I’m hopeless.”
As elaborate as the gamut of expressions might be, they do not
even scrape the surface of trauma and emotional turmoil a
person experiencing anxiety goes through. It therefore comes as
no surprise that people who struggle with Generalized Anxiety
Disorder (GAD) experience heightened levels of low self-esteem.
The fact that they are often overpowered by their thoughts and
emotions makes them more vulnerable to it.
Self-Esteem and The Fear of Rejection
Sadly, as much as we’d like to deny it, we live in a world that is
judgmental where people believe only what they want to believe
as opposed to what the truth might be. People like to perceive,
assume, judge, and compartmentalize others quickly, mostly
based on their first experiences and so-called “gut-feelings.”
So, if you happen to impress people within the first few minutes
of your interaction, they judge you as being relevant and hence
worthy of their company, and if you don’t, then they’re quick to
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Again, as much as we’d like to deny, as a society, we knowingly
or unknowingly endorse this culture and even subscribe to it. We
all want to feel included, want to be loved, appreciated, and
accepted. Instead of looking for qualities from inside us, we seek
it from outside, from society. These feelings can be magnified for
people who have anxiety problems.
Feeling confident and safe to be able to express your thoughts
and act at your will can be hard for anyone, more so for people
struggling with anxiety issues. Because the brain is caught up in
a stress-respond mode, people with anxiety can feel
overwhelmed and uneasy by the mere effort of trying to be what
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This can catapult their stress levels and escalate their lack of self-
worth and assurance. Because of all that is going inside and
around them, they might feel forced to retrieve into a shell. They
might isolate themselves from all the chatter and noise to silence
the chaos inside.
If you’re experiencing these feelings, then we want to know that
you are not alone. Fortunately, there’s a way out of this situation.
The key is to establish a strong communication with
yourself first and then with the outside world
“Nerves and butterflies are fine — they're a physical sign that
you're mentally ready and eager. You have to get the butterflies
to fly in formation, that's the trick.”- Steve Bull
 Talk to yourself. Reflect on all that you are going through. Why
do you think, feel, and experience all that you do? Is there a
lesson that you are missing? Journal your emotions. Work on
the answers.
 Face your inner demons, the unheard narrative from an
outsider’s perspective. What is it telling you? Is there anything
you can do to help address it? How do you want to see yourself
five years from now?
 What’s stopping you from getting there? Work on them.

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 Use verbal affirmations to remind yourself of how wonderful
you are.
 Establish communication with the outside world, with your
dear ones at first. Create a loving environment. You’ll do great
with their love and support.
 Talk to the people who are close to you and tell them what you
go through. Seek help and assistance when you feel low.
Express yourself freely without worrying about being judged
or ridiculed. There are a lot of people who want to understand
and help. You just need to ask and let them in.
 Reward yourself by congratulating yourself on your journey.
You are closer to being the best version of yourself.

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Chapter 3 - Phobias and Traumas
Picture these situations as vividly as you can, as we speak. Take
your time and don’t rush into them. You can also do them at
different times and write down your experiences with each
manifested situation.
Situation 1: You’re about to go on stage and deliver your first
public speech to an audience of 500 people. You knew this was
going to happen and have been preparing for over a week now.
You have this. Or do you?
Situation 2: You’re having a conversation with friends, the usual
stuff. You’re sipping on your coffee and are enjoying your time
with them. Then suddenly, someone touches a topic that’s
sensitive to you. It jogs back memories from your past, memories
that you don’t want to re-visit and ones that you’ve hidden from
others. Wait, you thought you were over them. Or are you?
Situation 3: You’re taking the elevator to the 22nd floor of this
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glass and lets you look at everything around and beneath you.
Only, you don’t want to look.
Check your palms. Are they sweaty? Did you skip a beat during
any of the situations? What about your breath? Are you
breathing faster than before the visualization?
Most of us become anxious when we are forced to face situations
that are outside our comfort zone. Now, these situations might
be anything, from the ones we’ve listed above to something that
might be more personal and only known to you. But most of us
are vulnerable to triggers that bring back unwanted thoughts;
fears, traumas, and phobias included.
These memories can bring back pent-up emotions that have been
suppressed for long. They can consume you for no immediate
and logical reason. These triggers are enough to let anxiety take
over.
If something as random as a simple conversation or an everyday
routine can fill up the tank of anxiety in you, then it shouldn’t be
ignored any more. If anxiety is taking over your life, then the only
way you can truly start healing is to turn around and confront
your demons.

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Before you start looking for treatments (and we don’t mean to
undermine the effect of medications on anxiety), take a moment
to pause. Pause and look at the situation that is causing the
anxiety. Is it a fear, trauma, or phobia you didn’t realize you had
or have left unaddressed for long?
Anxiety Doesn’t Exist in Isolation
While it is tempting to think of it this way and distance it, it
simply isn’t true. There is always a bigger picture, several
perhaps, and there are all connected.
Take time to reflect on the issues that are floating
around and inside your subconscious mind.
Tug at the issues and see what comes of it. You might be
surprised to unravel a host of emotions and pent-up memories
that might ultimately lead you to the peace you’ve been wanting.
Re-visit and visualize the very situations that act as
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Observe yourself and your reactions towards the situation. Make
peace from the fact that whatever the fear, this time it isn’t
happening for real. Think of this as a chance to re-write those
situations to give it the ending you’d like it to have.
Your anxiety has a voice. Listen to it.

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Chapter 4 - Workplace Anxiety
Too Much, Too Soon
Anxiety and stress go together and can have a far-reaching
impact on a person’s life. According to a recent journal, panic
disorder is the result of anxiety and stress and is characterized
by the occurrence of repeated panic attacks.
The feeling of intense terror and fear that crops up when triggers
strike (and usually out of the blue) makes a person go through
heart-attack-like symptoms that their body didn’t see coming
and isn’t prepared for. These experiences are very real for the
person experiencing them and can happen at any place and at
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The Workplace is no Exception
Many of us will admit that the current working environment is
extremely competitive, forcing people to perform under constant
judgment and stress. In a world where time is money, every
second counts, resulting in extreme pressure, overtime, and the
fear of always being side-lined for someone better and more
competitive.
This pressure to live up to the expectations, in addition to the
financial responsibilities that come with it can force an
individual to work beyond his/her thresholds, almost pushing
them to the point of breakdown.
Deadlines are packed so close to each other that it gives the
individuals no breathing space to re-group their thoughts.
Competition is so high that individuals are willing to risk their
mental and physical wellness to retain their job, pay their bills,
and maintain the standard of living that is accepted by society.
While this has become the new normal of our lifestyles,
sometimes things can get a little out of hand. And when that
happens, when you put yourself through periods of continued
stress and anxiety, the feeling takes over and starts interfering
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life. Your mental and physical health takes a toll and things begin
to get out of control.
The key element to the psychotherapy of anxiety, stress and
panic disorder (and they get entangled with each other) is
exposure to the feared triggers. So, instead of avoiding the
stimuli or situation, psychologists suggest you confront it. They
believe learning not to avoid is crucial and most often the first
step to healing and treatment.
First, Accept Anxiety. Then Identify its Trigger
Patterns.
What might start as a thought about something completely
benign, an email you sent, a conversation you had, an upcoming
event, a minor worry, can trigger responses that are unexpected
and hostile. Anxiety can tell you, “you can’t do this, drop out, you
failed,” and hammer those feelings repeatedly with intensity that
makes you believe and become the thought.
You mind senses a trigger and its fight-or-flight response forces
it to go into overdrive. It thinks it’s trying to help you survive and
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Coping with Anxiety at Work
While anxiety can happen anywhere and at any time, it is more
susceptible to happen at work, simply because of the heightened
levels of competition and pressure that comes with it.
Fortunately, there is a way to turn things around.
Let your mind know that you’ve got it. Try verbal
affirmations.
Verbal confirmations, also known as affirmations, are words you
willfully use, and by that, I mean you think, speak, and believe in
order to flesh out the reality you seek.
Your mind constantly reaches out to power words to reinstate all
that it plans to practice. In fact, there’re probably several of these
“power words” running through your head, just as we speak.
Use absolute positive statements to bring life to all your dreams
and aspirations. Use statements such as:
 I love myself and am at ease with my mind.
 I can and will overcome this trouble quickly.
 I believe I can make this happen.
 I can do this.
 I am good at what I do.

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Work at Creating a Work-Life Balance
Take time off work to make room for things you love; spending
time with your loved ones, engaging in your favorite sport. Spend
time doing the things you love with the people you love during
your time off and on weekends. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at
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Chapter 5 - Social Anxiety
One of the most detrimental effects of anxiety is its ability to
isolate you; triggering feelings that make you feel fearful and
unworthy of company. People with social anxiety might notice
their anxiety increase during social interactions, even during
times that are enjoyable and positive. Worse still, feeling
immobilized and powerless against their feelings, they suffer in
silence and avoid situations that bring them in contact with
people.
Social anxiety (or social phobia as it is sometimes called) is more
than being awkward or shy. It is a type of complex phobia that
can impair an individual’s confidence, mental stability, lifestyle,
emotional wellbeing and relationships, to say the least.
The symptoms might be subtle but can be picked out over time
and by observation.
People with a social anxiety disorder (SAD) generally experience
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irrespective of whether they are strangers or loved ones. They
can become particularly anxious and stressed out while:
 Being introduced to other people
 Being engaged in conversation, are criticized or judged
 Driving communication
 Being evaluated
 Meeting people of rank
 Meeting strangers
 Engaging in romantic relationships
This list is certainly not the entire list, but it does touch the most
common and obvious ones. If you find yourself reserved and
anxious in social gatherings ( speaking in front of a group,
interacting with new people, engaging conversation, eating in
public) and if you find that your anxiety levels increase at the
mere thought and in anticipation of these situations, then you
may be dealing with social anxiety.
Fortunately, despite being complex, social anxiety is a
surmountable disorder. By making lifestyle changes, you can, in
time, learn of ways to manage your anxiety. You can also learn
ways to approach social events with confidence while allowing
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and its Role on
SAD
Cognitive behavioral therapists (CBT) are now in a position
where they can offer a drug-free approach to dealing with these
issues. There is now enough evidence that CBT is a reliable and
effective remedy for dealing with problems of anxiety and mental
health. The therapy allows you to address your fears and take a
microscopic view of your reactions towards it. It focusses on
addressing the root of the problem with no filters. Not only does
it allow you to get to the source of your anxiety, but it also helps
you to keep it away.
Here are some ways to overcome social anxiety:
 Gradually approach social situations that challenge your
anxiety and practice staying in these surroundings for as long
as you can. This will allow you to realize that your fears are a
result of your mind going into overdrive and nothing else.
Once you stay in these situations and realize nothing bad can
come out of it, your anxiety will gradually settle.
 Practice doing the things that can challenge your anxiety.
Once you realize that isn’t going to turn out all that bad,
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With time and practice, you’ll begin to overcome your fears
and will be able to work from a calmer space.
 Pause and reflect on your journey now and then. Pause and
reward yourself for the wonderful progress you’ve made.
 Anxious people tend to be their biggest critics. They also tend
to analyze the before and after of every situation, adding to
their anxiety. Replace these traits with self-assuring habits
such as rewarding and congratulating. The more you talk to
yourself and tell yourself that you are doing well, the more
comfortable in your skin you are likely to become.
 Practice socializing. Reach out to your loved ones. Let them
know about your concerns and lean on them for support.
Socializing has had a direct link to lower rates of anxiety and
depression and can do you a world of good.

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Chapter 6 - Eating Disorder
It is common for people to generalize the contributing factor(s)
that lead a person to develop an eating disorder. Their reasoning
is often misinterpreted and one-dimensional. Many people are
quick to assume that eating disorders are a result of people
wanting to chase after the so-called “ideal” or size-zero bodies.
While this can be a contributing factor and needs to be addressed
for its detrimental implications, it isn’t the only one.
Eating disorders can have many causes. It, much like any other
mental health issue, can develop due to a gamut of biological and
social factors. According to the National Eating Disorders
Association, eating disorders can develop through a combination
of genetic disposition, types of personalities, and environmental
factors.
Research indicates that some people are born with a higher risk
of developing an eating disorder at a later age in their life. Now,
when this predisposed vulnerability is combined with
environmental factors such as anxiety caused by a traumatic
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individual can rapidly be pushed to a state where he struggles to
have a healthy relationship with food.
Anxiety, low self-esteem and poor mental health remain the
leading reasons for people to develop an eating disorder. The
desire to fit into the ideal body-type comes much later.
To the untrained eye, it can be difficult to know if
someone is struggling with their eating habits.
In a society that has a somewhat distorted definition of health
and doesn’t speak openly about mental health struggles, the
signs that there might be something deeper to a person’s eating
habits is often dismissed and, even at times, praised. For
instance:
 A person obsessed with exercise and calorie counting is often
appreciated for their dedication and willpower.
 A picky eater is dismissed as being someone who has a finer
taste for food.
And so, in a way, society appreciates and even shifts the concept
of picky eating and calorie counting. This is where we have it
completely wrong. Eating disorders hold the highest mortality
rate of any other mental illness. That is why early detection and
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Here are some warning signs that might suggest that someone
could be struggling with disordered eating:
 You find yourself consumed by or completely disinterested in
food. Both are extremes and both are equally damaging to
your health.
 You adhere to a strict diet and/or exercise plan and don’t leave
any room for cheat days.
 You’re obsessed with your weight and size and a slight change
in it can send you into an anxiety attack.
While these are some of the more obvious signs, they certainly
aren’t the only ones. If you think your anxiety is taking over your
ability to have a healthy relationship with food, then its time you
sit back and address these issues.
The Role of Nutrition in Controlling Symptoms of
Anxiety
When it comes to controlling the symptoms of anxiety, what you
eat can ultimately determine how your day is likely to go.
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between experiencing the worst of your nightmares and a sense
of calm. In general, experts suggest:
 Consuming smaller but regular meals
 Choosing whole grains and good carbohydrates instead of
processed grains and complex carbohydrates
 Avoiding refined or artificial sugar as well as canned or
packaged foods
 Consuming herbal tea instead of caffeine-rich drinks
 Avoiding alcohol
 Getting your daily dose of multi-vitamins
 Consuming foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as nuts,
seeds and cold-water fish
 Consuming probiotics and fermented foods
 Staying well hydrated
Exercise as an Anti-Anxiety Treatment
Exercising regularly can help alleviate triggers of anxiety. If you
suffer from anxiety and haven’t already engaged in regular
exercise, then it’s time you consider incorporating physical
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Yoga in combination with breathing and meditation techniques
decreases anxiety-driven symptoms while allowing you to be
mindful of your thoughts and feelings. Likewise, Tai Chi can
reduce stress and blood pressure while improving self-esteem
and mood. Additionally, general aerobic exercises such as
walking, running, cycling and swimming work wonders at
controlling overall anxiety-driven symptoms. Your best bet is to
find a routine that suits your interests and convenience.

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Chapter 7 - Anxiety and its Ill-Effects
on Sleep
Anxiety and disturbed sleep patterns are closely linked. People
with insomnia, for instance, are at a much higher risk of
becoming anxious than those who get a good night’s sleep.
Likewise, with people who experience chronic anxiety, poor
sleep over a continuous period can mess with a person’s mind
space and emotions. Anxiety itself is associated with sleep
disturbances such as reducing the quantity of restorative slow-
wave sleep the individual gets each night.
Sadly, this lethal combination is more common than
you think it is.
Forty-three percent of Americans say anxiety and stress have
radically altered their relationship with sleep. As a result, they
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common problems with falling asleep is that people just can’t
switch off their minds.
So, despite being tired and sluggish all day, your mind goes on a
rant and doesn’t stop the moment you lay in bed and hope to
sleep. Suddenly, the overactive mind starts pulling up memories
from the past, your pain triggers are pressed, and the next thing
you know, your tank of angst is full to the brim.
If you’re experiencing anxiety in any form, depression, financial
worries, panic attacks, trauma, phobia, emotional and/or
physical turmoil, there’s a good chance you might be
experiencing disturbed sleep patterns.
Here are some warning signs that can tell you if your anxiety is
interfering with your nighttime sleep patterns:
 You have trouble falling or staying asleep
 You feel tired during the day
 Have physical discomfort such as muscle and joint pain,
breathing difficulties, restlessness, sweaty palms, tightened
chest, and/or numbness while trying to sleep
 Have difficulty paying attention, feel sleepy, but can’t sleep,
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If these situations sound familiar to you, then you’ll be happy to
know that there are ways to soothe your mind and fall asleep.
Create a nighttime routine that encourages positive
distractions.
Focusing all your attention on how you can’t get to sleep will only
make the problem look and feel bigger. Instead, create a
nighttime imagery routine that engages and distracts your
senses.
For instance, close your eyes and picture a nice warm day at the
age. Think about water. See them. Touch them. Can you taste the
salt from it?
These kinds of imagery can help transfer your mind into a place
of calm. When the mind becomes calm, it becomes happy and
will gradually reduce its rant and let you sleep in peace.

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Practice Nighttime Mindfulness
Anxiety is the mind’s defense mechanism to a short-term
emergency crisis. Insomnia and poor sleep come with the
territory. The stress you feel might stem from insecurities of
being judged, ridiculed or isolated even more.
As negative as these feelings might be, your mind is more than
capable of handling the situation when you train it to be mindful
of its thoughts. Now, we understand that this might not be easy
for many of us. However, in time and with practice, you can train
your mind to do as you wish. Practicing meditation can help you
achieve exactly that.
Focus on Your Breath
You define your life by the choices you make, every single hour
of your life. If you can slow the flow of your thoughts and utilize
the time in between to rationalize your choices, you’ll realize that
nothing in life is worth stressing about.
The key is to shift your mind towards a state of “mindfulness” so
that you bring it back to the present every time it slips away.

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Staying mindful of your breathing patterns will help you find a
way to settle your thoughts and overcome all that might be
stressing you out presently. As a result, you’ll be able to zone out
of situations that breed negativity and distress. And
consequently, you’ll also be able to get plenty of good sleep.

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Conclusion
Now that you’ve gained insight on ways anxiety might be slowly
eating away your life, we urge you to make the efforts to
incorporate the changes. The choices you embrace can help you
achieve a greater sense of self and calm. Simply put, they can
help you be a better version of yourself.
Remember that there’s always a way out of any anxiety-driven
thought and feeling that you might be experiencing. Most
importantly, remember that you are not alone. The whole world
is waiting to discover and befriend you. All you need to do is meet
them half-way.
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