Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in America, and it is more prevalent than depression. The good news is there are ways to help someone with anxiety!
Over time this process will help people become less anxious about what they fear and more confident in themselves.
Instead of getting irritated at someone for feeling anxious, ask them “how can I make you feel better?” or “is there something I can do to make you feel better right now?”
Be Supportive
This is probably one of my favorite ways to teach people how to help someone with anxiety. Although if you have never experienced anxiety, it is hard to imagine what another person is going through.
Understand What Anxiety Feels Like
Anxiety, depression, and other different mental health concerns typically come from trauma, too much stress, poor self-esteem, or even chemical imbalances.
Understand What Type of Anxiety the Person Suffers From
I’m sure a lot of my readers do not have a religious belief, however, there is a lot of research showing that prayer and religiosity are very effective in helping individuals deal with anxiety.
Pray With the Person
If it is done consistently morning and night for many weeks, individuals can begin to feel less anxious, more motivated, and more in control of themselves again.
Meditate
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