There are moments in life when fear becomes an inseparable companion.
Does the feeling of being overwhelmed by work pressure sound familiar to you?
In the academic realm, the end of the term is one of those times when students feel like time slips away like sand through their fingers. The pressure of exams and the need to perform at their best can be overwhelming.
However, there are those who deal with chronic anxiety. This type of anxiety can make any situation feel like climbing a mountain while carrying a sack of stones on your back.
According to the Faculty of Psychology at the National Autonomous University of Mexico, this is due to anxiety disorders that lead people to worry excessively about everything.
This other article I wrote about anxiety will help you:
How to Overcome Anxiety: Practical Tips The effect of anxiety on cognitive performance
A recent study reveals that people with high levels of anxiety have a more complicated attention management.
Surprise! Although there is no direct correlation with performance on specific tasks, anxiety can affect our perception of the attention we have. Imagine being in a noisy room and wanting to focus on a conversation.
Researchers from the Universitat de les Illes Balears conducted tests with 106 participants. When evaluating their anxiety levels, they found that those who felt more tense also perceived their attention as lower.
However, objectively, their performance was not as disastrous as they thought.
Have you ever found yourself in that situation? Believing that the world is crashing down while you keep moving forward.
I suggest you keep reading this article:
Effective tips to overcome anxiety and nervousness Strategies to Manage Stress and Anxiety
The good news is that stress and anxiety are manageable. Here are some strategies that can be very helpful. Ready to put them into practice?
1. Accept the unchangeable:
When faced with situations you cannot change, take a deep breath and accept that some things are out of your control. This can free you from unnecessary burdens.
2. Regular exercise:
There’s nothing like a good dose of physical activity. Walking, swimming, or even dancing at home can release endorphins that will make you feel better. Put on your shoes and move your body!
3. Change your perspective:
Replace negative thoughts like “I can’t” with “I will try.” A positive attitude can be a true emotional lifesaver.
4. Social connection:
Don’t underestimate the power of a good chat with friends or family. Maintaining healthy relationships is a natural antidote to stress.
I wrote these two articles that will also help you lower your stress levels: