Relax

Do any of you have certain things that you do to help you to relax or when you are feeling anxious?

I draw, listen to music or go walking.

[Agora1]

jimtom, that is impressive. A beautiful drawing. I can see how that can be relaxing. I go on to YouTube and listen to a few Audio Relaxation and Deep Breathing videos. It does help calm my mind and body.

Thanks for sharing the drawing

[Hidden in reply to Agora1]

Thanks Agora, It is indeed relaxing and very enjoyable.

What are the videos that you watch do you have a link to them?

[Agora1 in reply to Hidden]

Hi jimtom, One of my favorites is QuietMindCafe.com on YouTube. It's meditation, visualization/imagery and deep breathing. It's soothing because of the man's voice. Audio for me works better than just listening to rain, waves etc. My mind seems to tune in better to a calming voice suggesting different relaxation scenes.

I have also at times just typed in YouTube Audio Relaxation/Deep Breathing. So many will come up and I just test a few until I find the soothing voice I need to be calm. I try to use it as a daily afternoon respite.

[Hidden in reply to Agora1]

That sounds nice I think I might give it a go someday..

Thanks a lot Agora.

[Cat33 in reply to Hidden]

Please do I agree with Agora they are absolutely wonderful 😉

[Cat33 in reply to Agora1]

I totally agree Agora they are fantastic and a lifeline to me I make time for them Get myself really comfortable on the bed pillows under my knees and I drift off 😉

[robynnicholson]

beautiful drawing! I like to go out walking when my anxiety is bad. and oddly enough I find housework relaxing

[Hidden in reply to robynnicholson]

Thank you Robyn.

I hate the thought of housework but you are right it is good.

[rubyred777]

Hi Jimtom, You are really talented! Did you have a model for that drawing? I find it relaxing to come on the forum, and see what's going on with the members. I also like cleaning. Good to do something active, to burn up that excess adrenaline! Like to read and music always helps. Ruby🌹

[Hidden in reply to rubyred777]

Thank you Ruby, no model there.

What music do you listen to for relaxation? ☺

[Ruthie1984]

Looking at this forum has helped me loads this week. My anxiety flared up at start of this month but this site has helped me and I only found it on Tuesday. It makes me realise I am not alone and helps me have belief in fact my anxiety symptoms are just that. I also read a good book.

[Cat33 in reply to Ruthie1984]

Welcome to the forum Ruthie it's great to know we are never alone 😉x

[Cat33]

Wow that drawing is amazing Walking is great for anxiety I do alternative nostril breathing its so calming Just close one nostril breathe in close both nostrils and hold for a few seconds then release through the other nostil It's fantastic

Tensing and releasing Tense everywhere hold for 5 let go breathe for 10 keep doing it and you will feel deeply relaxed 😉

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

Thank you

Have never heard of the breathing thing but it sounds good and easy to do also, I will have to do it.

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[Cat33 in reply to Hidden]

I learnt it at yoga classes its really calming Let me know what you think x

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

Will try it during the week after work.

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

I think I just added you to the group chat in the messages, I might have messed it up tho.

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[Cat33 in reply to Hidden]

That's ok

[Cat33 in reply to Hidden]

Just got a message and it said to view your profile I see you are on the Weight Loss and IBS forums Snap me too !! 😊

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

Yep both in the same boat..

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[Cat33 in reply to Hidden]

Well nice we can support each other in all three 😊

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

Yes that would be great, thank you ☺

[Cat33 in reply to Hidden]

Always here for a chat I am almost there now so much better than I was but I get anxiety IBS hate the feeling of being "trapped" waiting rooms hairdressers etc anywhere I can't easily escape I do loads of self help and on the whole stay upbeat and always positive

How about you ? I find the weight loss forum very uplifting and happy lovely people on there 😊

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

I'm always up for a chat too.

My ibs and anxiety are nowhere near as bad as they used to be, it's all getting better I am more positive about it all these days.

The weight loss forum is great, full of very nice people with good advice, I haven't much weight to lose tho,just some around my belly now.

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[Cat33 in reply to Hidden]

I'm very much the same I'm much better than I was and do all the things I want to I find it more of a nuisance now rather than being totally overwhelmed by it like I used to be

I want to lose about a stone and a half ideally I'm pleased with my weight loss so far Our son is getting married in July so thats my incentive

I do the Happiness Challenge everyday on the Weight Loss forum I find that a really nice thing to do

I'm currently waiting for a hip replacement in March and it's helped me get through some very painful days where I could have got very down

Have a good day 😊

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

You are on the right track then, I am happy to hear that, yes it is more of a nuisance now and also can do everything I want to do. I think if you keep focused on the good things they eventually take over the bad things.

My partner has had both hips replaced and it changed her life, you have that change to look forward to. It will be hard for a bit after the operation but then you will eventually feel amazing.

You have a great day Cat ☺

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

You feel trapped, in what way?

[Cat33 in reply to Hidden]

Oh I just get the old fight or flight thing if I can't escape easily so I have to keep doing the deep breathing etc 😊

[Hidden in reply to Cat33]

You can handle it ok then?