Living with anxiety

One of the most dreaded words in a conversation, is anxiety, there i said it. Some people are so afraid to talk about mental health issues and they judge you straight away. I understand what it means to live with anxiety, and of course i'm not doing this so people will feel sorry for me. I just want to help people and explain things better, so people can start to understand it and not be so frightened by it. Since coming to university and meeting so many different people, i've learnt that it's very common for someone to live with depression or anxiety for example. You often think you're alone and that you can't tell anyone what you're feeling because they won't understand. Someone will always be there for you, if you're having a bad day, one of your friends is there to help. It might not feel like it, but they are, it's important you all know that.

One of the things i struggle day to day with is the worry aspect of anxiety. I worry about the most pointless things, such as what i'm going to eat that day, what this person is doing and if they won't like what i'm about to say. Most people think that it's just anxiety attacks but really you're living each day with a little piece of it with you.

When i do start to really worry i think of all the amazing people and things i have in my life. I think of the quote above and i tell myself to snap out of it, stop over thinking.

Tips to help your anxiety

• Spend time with your friends and family. They can always take your mind away from it all.
• Go outside and get some fresh air, walk around, take in the world.
• Open a window, turn on a light and have a cup of tea
• Read your favourite book or watch your favourite film/programme
• DEEP BREATHS 

Don't be ashamed to live with anxiety, you're not alone. Leave your own tips in the comments to help other people! I hope you liked this extra personal post, there maybe one in the future.

Love,

Danielle