I used to struggle with this and I really feel for you, it’s hard having that form of anxiety. I was advised over time to pay attention to any moments outside that feel neutral or nice, as a way to gradually build trust with the environment. I remember one time I was in a park and a random guy helped out a mom by picking up a piece of string cheese that her toddler dropped. That always stuck with me funnily enough, and sometimes I think back to that kind interaction when I’m having an anxious moment outside.
Also, when you notice yourself feeling anxious about something outside just offer yourself some compassion and gently remind yourself of the likely reality of the situation. People are going about their day just like you, and there is so much pleasant information available to you if you let yourself be open to it ✨
May 13, 2025
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The secret is truly going on walks out in nature. don’t bring your headphones, all you will need is yourself. I started to get really bad anxiety attacks, and found out that nature seems to ground me and allows me to think rationally. Not only that, but nature has this way of helping me to process my day or process my issues head on instead of ignoring them and acting like they don’t exist. I no longer fret about my job, bills or relationships, even though I am still struggling in all three. Right now, you could be putting all of your time and energy into other things that are not you. Be selfish, nurture yourself, drink water, take a walk on a hiking trail or a bike greenway for however long. On harder days, I like to go deep into the trail and sit in silence, listening to the birds chatter and the squirrels chase each other. Once you give nature time, nature gives time back. You will get through this. ❤️
May 28, 2025
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Try to pick up the habit of taking walks around local parks, forests (where you feel like it’s safe) or if it is a possibility go on hikings. And this advice is particularly special for you, as a fellow artist I have this theory that we have this ability of finding beauty in everything, even in the things we might not even like. And most definitely I’m sure you’ll find yourself amazed by the things you’ll find by looking at your surroundings with calm and attention. There is no better way to feel alive than by feeling amazed, feeling wonder. It makes me, the world and my problems feel insignificant against the beauty of it.
May 10, 2025
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I feel like paying more attention to the tiny mundane things in life that bring you some joy can make a big difference in reining in some of the negative thoughts and feelings. easier said than done but ascribing more weight and meaning to even the tiniest things makes me feel generally happier and more focused on the present. like going for a walk and being in nature even for a few mins, seeing a cat in someone’s window, making yourself a hot chocolate in your favorite mug when it’s cold outside
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