Exercises To Calm Your Anxious Thoughts

Overthinking can make you feel scared or worried, which can cause anxiety. When you're anxious, it can be hard to focus or sleep because you can't stop worrying. How many times during the day do you have anxious or worrying thoughts? Once they start, it’s hard to get back to what you were doing. This happens a lot at night when you're trying to fall asleep but can't. Many of the things you worry about are things you can't control, and they might not have a solution. Studies show that writing in a journal can help you feel less stressed.

Practice Exercise: Use Journaling to Reduce Anxiety

Set aside 15-30 minutes during the day to write down your fears or worries. Once you’re done, tear up the paper and throw it away. Let go of those worries for now and leave them on the paper. Bring your focus back to your daily routine and continue with your day. This exercise can help reduce the time you spend worrying during the day and calm your racing mind at night.