How do you guys deal with anxiety?

The_TRPThrowAway · 2019-10-05T18:46:05+00:00

Everyone goes through this from time to time. I find rather than burying these feelings and thoughts, I like to be mindful of them. Then again I like being introspective.

Things that I've found to help: 1. Workout- hard. After a tough ass workout (whether that's lifting or some HIIT training) it helps boost endorphins and you just generally give less of a fuck about everything. Ask yourself this: when's the last time you pushed yourself to the limit in a workout? 2. Body maintenance. Eat well and sleep well. Plenty of posts on the sub about this. You are what you put into your body. This will reflect in your mood and overall mental health. 3. I enjoy reading. Mediations by Marcus aurelius and learning about stoicism has really changed my perspective on hardship, insecurities, and anxiety.
4. Push yourself out of your comfort zone. Don't feed your anxiety by isolating yourself. (Law 18: Do Not Build Fortresses to Protect Yourself – Isolation is Dangerous). Push through it and actively work towards building the life you want. Go out, meet new people, try new hobbies. Volunteer- Help others. Experience life as best you can and tailor it towards your personality.
5. Patience. We work in Sine waves man, just understand that some days will be better than others. Enjoy the ups, be mindful of the lows, and know that with time everything will pass if you stay undeterred in pursuit of your mission.

Good luck.

redepicw · 2019-10-05T17:30:17+00:00

I used to do this a lot. Working on yourself a lot by lifting, socialising (building male relationships) and foremost pursuing your mission will reduce the amount of anxiety in your life.

You will initially see some quicker, small results and over time the more important, lasting results. For me the insecurity will come back every once in a while, but every time less and less. Just feel it out and it'll go away. Good luck man, you've got it.

vondoom900 · 2019-10-05T22:47:33+00:00

Had some insanely bad shit happen to me in my life which kicked my anxiety levels up in my early twenties. Meds didn't work , exercise was a temporary fix.

I found realising the worst shit has already happened to me helped. It's like worrying about catching a cold if you've survived some flesh eating disease. The perspective of feeling horrific makes the not so horrific things a walk in the park.

Title	How do you guys deal with anxiety?
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Date	October 5, 2019 5:11 PM UTC (4 years ago)
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