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The Mindset Mentor

Break Free from Anxious Thinking: Stop Ruminating & Find Peace

Oct 12, 2023
16:24
Snipd AI
Explore strategies for calming the mind and managing racing thoughts. Learn how to overcome anxious thinking through journaling, worst case scenario exploration, and focusing on next best steps. Discover the power of deep breathing exercises and shifting focus for anxiety relief. Break free from anxious thinking by utilizing journaling, meditation, and conscious breathing.
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Quick takeaways

  • Writing down anxious thoughts in a journal helps bring awareness and examine their underlying causes.
  • Sharing anxious thoughts with someone trusted provides support and different perspectives for relief.

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Managing Anxiety Thoughts at Night

When faced with anxious thoughts at night that prevent sleep, one effective strategy is to write down the thoughts and feelings in a journal. By identifying and acknowledging the anxious thoughts, it brings awareness to the underlying causes. Asking questions such as 'What am I feeling anxious about?' and 'What's the worst that could happen?' helps to examine the thoughts objectively. It is important to explore both the worst-case scenarios and the best possible outcomes. Taking a few deep breaths, practicing gratitude, or engaging in physical exercise can help calm the nervous system and shift focus away from anxious thoughts. It's crucial to work through anxieties rather than suppress them.

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