Karin has a Bachelor of Social Science in Organisational Psychology and Psychology, Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling from the Australian College of Applied Psychology and a Postgraduate in Collective Entrepreneurship from Torrens University. She helps Crew become confident leaders, master their own mental health and access a powerful network of industry leaders.
Introduction
Anxiety can be a tricky thing to manage when you don’t know how. The good news is that by learning coping strategies, you can learn how to manage anxiety effectively. A lot of Crews hide their mental health issues in fear of loosing their jobs, however, unfortunately it is something you cannot keep hidden for ever. In most cases, the longer you leave mental health issues unaddressed the worse it becomes.
Here are some tips for keeping your anxiety under control:
Recognise when you are anxious
Recognising when you are feeling anxious can help you to manage your anxiety. This is important because the sooner you can identify the thoughts and physical signs connected to feeling anxious it can buy you time to regain control of your thoughts and feelings. Some common physical signs are:
- Sweaty palms
- Heart palpitations
- Unsettled tummy
Encourage a positive mindset
One of the most important things you can do is use affirmations. Negative thinking can increase anxiety, but positive thinking can have a calming effect. This strategy is useful for very mild cases of anxiety or can also be effective as part of a management plan once you have sought professional help.
Here are some examples of positive statements that you could use:
- I am strong
- My anxiety will not control me
- I am going to be okay
Create good habits
Many good habits can help you manage your anxiety. Here are some of the most important ones:
- Being physically active every day
- Avoid drugs and alcohol
- Sleeping well, especially on a regular schedule (no napping in the afternoon)
- Eating healthily and avoiding processed foods as much as possible
- Getting enough rest (at least seven hours per night)
Don’t be afraid to ask for help
It’s okay to ask for help.
It might be hard, but it’s necessary. You can’t do everything on your own, and you should know that there are people who want to help you. Your parents, friends and crew may not always have the best advice, so it is important to reach out to a professional who can teach coping strategies. One of the most effecgie strategies that I use with my clients is cognitive behavioural therapy.
Anxiety is a tough thing to manage, but with the right help,there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Anxiety is not a weakness. It’s not something you choose. It’s simply how your brain responds to the world around you. Seeking counselling is certainly an intervention that can help get results faster than struggling with it on your own.
If you are wanting support to manage your mental health, The Crew Coach as a trained counsellor, offers free 15 min discovery calls where she will offer guidance and support. You can reach out to her via www.thecrewcoach.com
By Karin Rayson of The Crew Coach.
