ANXIETY

From the outside

Excessive worry

Decreased memory

Fear/ Fatigue

Headaches/Dizziness

Going blank

Trauma

Insomnia

Circular thoughts

Social anxiety

Depersonalisation

Panic attaks

From the inside

Everything feels small

I am stuck

I cant breath

I need to leave

I am afraid

Im feeling enclosed

I cant move

My body is shaking

Im feeling nausea

Im going to faint

Is this real?

Am i dying?

Something terrible is about to happen

What to do if...

I have anxiety

Take care of yourself

Try to meditate

Eat healthy

Sleep well

Learn more about it

Practice breathing exercises

Try going for a walk

Avoid caffeine

Someone has anxiety

Dont pressure them

Dont be judgemental

Ask them how can you help

Be there for them

Validate their feelings and emotions

Stay calm

Dont guess

Just listen

In case of Panic Attacks...

Try talking to someone

Name it and remind yourself it will be over

Stay calm

Breathe as slowly and deeply as possible

Try counting backwards

Look for techniques that adapt to you

Make a plan in case of future attacks