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Stan Popovich is the author of "A Layman's Guide to Managing Fear Using Psychology, Christianity and Non Resistant Methods" - an easy to read book that presents a general overview of techniques that are effective in managing persistent fears and anxieties. For additional information go to: http://www.managingfear.com/
Everybody deals with anxiety and depression, however some people have a hard time in managing it. As a result, here is a brief list of techniques that a person can use to help manage their most persistent fears and every day anxieties.
When facing a current or upcoming task that overwhelms you with a lot of anxiety, the first thing you can do is to divide the task into a series of smaller steps. Completing these smaller tasks one at a time will make the stress more manageable and increases your chances of success.
Sometimes we get stressed out when everything happens all at once. When this happens, a person should take a deep breath and try to find something to do for a few minutes to get their mind off of the problem. A person could get some fresh air, listen to some music, or do an activity that will give them a fresh perspective on things.
A person should visualize a red stop sign in their mind when they encounter a fear provoking thought. When the negative thought comes, a person should think of a red stop sign that serves as a reminder to stop focusing on that thought and to think of something else. A person can then try to think of something positive to replace the negative thought.
Another technique that is very helpful is to have a small notebook of positive statements that makes you feel good. Whenever you come across an affirmation that makes you feel good, write it down in a small notebook that you can carry around with you in your pocket. Whenever you feel depressed or frustrated, open up your small notebook and read those statements. This will help to manage your negative thinking.
Learn to take it one day at a time. Instead of worrying about how you will get through the rest of the week, try to focus on today. Each day can provide us with different opportunities to learn new things and that includes learning how to deal with your problems. You never know when the answers you are looking for will come to your doorstep. We may be ninety-nine percent correct in predicting the future, but all it takes is for that one percent to make a world of difference.
Take advantage of the help that is available around you. If possible, talk to a professional who can help you manage your depression and anxieties. They will be able to provide you with additional advice and insights on how to deal with your current problem. By talking to a professional, a person will be helping themselves in the long run because they will become better able to deal with their problems in the future. Remember that it never hurts to ask for help.
Dealing with our persistent fears is not easy. Remember that all you can do is to do your best each day, hope for the best, and take things in stride. Patience, persistence, education, and being committed in trying to solve your problem will go along way in fixing your problems.
What persistent fears and anxieties are you facing as it relates to your writing?
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2 comments:
Ana, thank you for sharing these terrific tips for coping with stress and activities. I tend to get overwhelmed at times with family life and hectic schedules. I can get anxious about neglecting my writing during these peak periods of activity. Sometimes I'm just too tired to even think about what to write. I know I'll get a lot more writing done when the little ones are older. It will be easier for me to carve out some time for writing.
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I know that our day to day activities can, at times, be a challenge. You do your best to juggle everything in the time you have. You definitely have your hands full on a daily basis and at the end of the day, the only thing you probably want to see is your bed to sleep and rest so that you can face another day.
I will suggest that at the end of the day to write something, anything, the day you had, something your child did or said, something you heard on the tv or radio, what you plan to do the next day, week, etc. I think any writing at all is better than putting it off, because there will always be something to get in the way. I have made it a point to write something every day, no matter what it is. I put off writing for too long and it is something you have to make the time for.
You write beautiful prose, and I love your poems, please do not wait until the little ones are older. If writing is something you are passionate about, do not give it up.
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