You’re Not Alone in Your Anxiety
I don’t think it’s a surprise to anyone that more Americans report feeling anxious about the economy. In fact, 87% of people surveyed by the American Psychiatric Association said they are anxious about inflation which is directly related to recession anxiety. It’s no wonder more people share recession anxiety with all we have been through over the last several years, if it’s not the economy, then maybe it’s your health, polarized politics, or just loneliness. Living in this post-pandemic space has all of us trying to find our new normal. Maybe it’s time to get out and discover new ways to combat the anxiety and cope with these feelings.
Don’t Isolate Yourself
At our core, we are social beings. The last several years have caused many people to experience loneliness, maybe for the first time. You can live alone and not feel lonely or socially isolated, and you can feel lonely while being with others. Isolating yourself can make you feel like you are the only person that feels the recession anxiety you are experiencing. Social media is a great tool for connection but it can’t replace human interaction. When you feel anxiety creeping up it may be time to push away from your computer, and refocus on something positive that you can control. If your anxiety is making you feel alone while surrounded by people that you love, it’s time to get some outside help. Exploring what type of help you need is the first step.
Let Nature Nurture You and Overcome Recession Anxiety
Your wellbeing is directly connected to the world around you. Both the natural environment and manmade ecosystems have impact on your mental health. “There is mounting evidence, from dozens and dozens of researchers, that nature has benefits for both physical and psychological human wellbeing,” says Lisa Nisbet, PhD, a psychologist at Trent University in Ontario, Canada, who studies connectedness to nature. “You can boost your mood just by walking in nature, even in urban nature. And the sense of connection you have with the natural world seems to contribute to happiness even when you’re not physically immersed in nature.”
To get started with a plan to spend more time in nature look no further than outside your front door. Start by simply taking a walk everyday. First, challenge yourself to increase your time to at least 60 mins each day. Second, look for opportunities to spend more time in nature like a longer weekend hike. Third, find little moments like sitting outside with your morning smoothie or evening tea. You’ll be amazed what immersing yourself in nature can do for your Recession anxiety.
Alcohol, Caffeine and Anxiety
According to everydayhealth.com There’s a clear link between caffeine and anxiety and alcohol and anxiety. And certain medications may cause anxiety. In this case, avoiding caffeine and alcohol or changing medications may reduce the anxiety. It’s important to note that while all these things (medications, substances, and stress) can cause anxious feelings, this type of anxiety is distinct from a psychiatric diagnosis of an anxiety disorder.
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