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I’m glad you stopped in for a few minutes to work on yourself with us.

Today we’re going to go through a topic that can definitely lead you in the wrong direction and completely debilitate you from reaching your goals…. ANXIETY.

Anxiety can be a huge problem for many people, so today we want to give you some ways to recognize and reduce anxiety to keep your mindset positive and productive.

Let’s dive in.

 Recognize and Reduce Anxiety

Anxiety disorders are on the rise, with more than one in three adults

reporting symptoms. Whether you’ve experienced anxiety before or it’s

newly developed, you can combat anxiety by recognizing and reducing

the symptoms.

Recognize when you’re anxious

When you experience anxiety, your body knows it. Take time to recognize the signs your body gives you when you’re feeling anxious:

• Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much

• Skipping meals or overeating

• Feeling worried / difficulty concentrating

• Headache

• Stomachache

• Avoiding social situations

• Feeling panicked

Reduce your anxiety

Once you’ve recognized your symptoms, you can take action in managing

your anxiety. Here are several ways you can reduce your anxiety:

Breathe, be mindful and stay calm: Take a deep breath and

accept that you’re anxious. Use visualization or meditation to

stay calm.

Fact check your thoughts: Pay attention to your thought

patterns. Don’t fixate on worst-case scenarios, and try to

rationalize your fears. Redirect or put a positive spin on negative

or unproductive thoughts.

Stay in your time zone: Anxiety is often a future-oriented state of

mind. Stay present and try the 3-3-3 rule: name three things you

see, three sounds you hear, and move three parts of your body.

This mental trick can help center your body.

Redirect and get active: Creative outlets such as playing an

instrument or crafting can help redirect your focus, just as staying

physically active can. When you are physically active, your body

releases endorphins, which are chemicals that act as natural

painkillers. Just five minutes of aerobic exercise can also spark

anti-anxiety effects.

Talk it out: Talk to a friend or family member. Sharing your

feelings can also help to rationalize any fears. When you let others

in, you cultivate hope and improve your sense of well-being.

For additional suggestions and information on how to manage anxiety, check out these resources:

The Anxiety and Depression Association of America provides anxiety management: https://adaa.org/living-with-anxiety/managing-anxiety/exercise-stress-and-anxiety

Empower Work provides free confidential counseling through text messaging: https://www.empowerwork.org/Healthy Living - Recipes

Healthy Living - Recipes

This week is definitely one of my favorites, and it is so super easy to make. Plus, it’s a great snack or quick breakfast. 😊

Avocado Toast

• ripe avocado

• tomato

• seasoning to taste
  
  Start by toasting a slice of your favorite bread until it’s golden and crisp. While the bread is toasting, cut a ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork until smooth, adding a pinch of salt and pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor. I like to also add a little onion powder and garlic powder to mine. Once your toast is ready, spread the mashed avocado evenly over the top. If you’d like, you can add sliced tomatoes and for added taste, you can sprinkle some red pepper flakes, drizzle olive oil, or top with a fried egg. Enjoy your delicious and healthy avocado toast!

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