18 Answers
I have nerves-ousness. That means physical rather than emotional, psychological, or mental stress. Stretching and exercising (walk, bike ride, swim) where your mind focuses on one step after another, helps. Having a distraction that requires you to focus (bowling for me, golf, tennis, sewing, woodwork, pottery) can also take your mind away from the stressers. For your body, be careful of what you do to ease the nerve strain.
12 years ago. Rating: 13 | |
Take SLOW deep breaths and control your breathing....Panic attacks are often caused by people breathing short sharp,fast breaths and taking in TOO much Oxygen at a time...Your brain is then swamped with Oxygen...when in reality it needs Carbon Dioxide to assist brain function!!...If you start feeling like you are heading for a panic attack..then use the paper bag"TRICK" ie breathe in and out SLOWLY With a paper bag covering nose and mouth..that means the Oxygen exhales is rebreathed in as Carbon Dioxide...therefore righting the brains function...simple and highly effective!!...some people swear by yoga and pilates etc...Me..I couldn`t sit still for long enough!!:-0LOL!!
12 years ago. Rating: 13 | |
Somebody once told me that a nice cold glass of water is the best thing for nerves.I have never been a particularly nervous person so I can't really say whether it works.It's worth a try tho.Good luck!
12 years ago. Rating: 12 | |
Identify and address the cause, then take pro active steps in avoiding or addressing the issues that are causing this, alleviate stress related symptoms by doing whatever it is that you enjoy or know that relaxes you, a warm bath, a chat with friends, a walk with your puppy, a swim etc
12 years ago. Rating: 11 | |