Thread by @jyotirgamya_org

Anxiety affects 264 million people worldwide. Read this thread to discover how an executive director overcame social anxiety and depression, earning two graduate degrees and traveling to over 50 countries.

Learn to deal with anxiety effectively and live a fulfilling life. #MentalHealthAwareness #OvercomingAnxiety #AnxietyDisorders

📈 40 million Americans (18.1% of the population) suffer from anxiety disorders each year. #anxietyawareness #mentalhealth

👩‍⚕️ Women are more likely than men to experience anxiety disorders. #MentalHealthAwareness

💊 Anxiety disorders often co-occur with other mental health conditions. Treatment is available, don't suffer alone. #mentalhealthsupport

👥 Despite the prevalence of anxiety disorders, only about one-third of people receive adequate treatment. Seek help; it's okay not to be okay. #MentalHealthMatters

The Executive Director of a Fortune 50 firm talks about her journey of overcoming anxiety.

🧘 Seek therapy & consult a physician for healthy coping strategies. Having a trusted advisor increases self-awareness. #mentalhealthsupport #selfcare

😌 Don't judge yourself for feeling anxious in social situations. Feel the anxiety and deal with it, avoiding subjective judgments. #selflove #mentalhealth

🌱 Build small wins in adjacent areas of life to maximize positivity. Find something that brings you into contact with others. #selfimprovement #motivation

🏆 Balance long-term goals with daily improvements. Concentrate on getting through the next day, knowing sacrifices will pay off. #motivation #selflove

💪 Be prepared to do things that scare you, accepting difficult undertakings. Success is possible but not guaranteed. #bravery #resilience

👊 Avoid avoidance. Confront situations that trigger anxiety, starting small and working up to more significant challenges gradually. #confrontation #mentalhealth

🧘 Practice relaxation techniques like deep breathing, meditation, and progressive muscle relaxation to reduce anxiety. #relaxation #mentalhealthsupport

🧠 Challenge negative thoughts by asking rational questions. What evidence supports it? What evidence contradicts it? #positivethinking #mentalhealthawareness

🌟 Learn to tolerate uncertainty by gradually exposing yourself to uncertain situations. Build resilience and decrease anxiety over time. #resilience #mentalhealthsupport

🤝 Build a support network of people who can provide emotional support. A strong support network can alleviate anxiety and increase well-being. #supportsystem #mentalhealth

💖 Be kind to yourself. Anxiety is common, and seeking help is a sign of strength. Practice self-compassion. #selfcompassion #mentalhealthawareness

Here is the link to the article:
Note to Younger Self on Overcoming Anxiety
bit.ly/3oZnTwW

#anxiety #anxietyrelief #MentalHealthAwareness