Many of you may have encountered the word anxious in a conversation with a friend or may have been exposed to someone with anxiety at some point in your life. Anxiety is the concept that we define as anxiety among the public. Anxiety is one of many emotions, just like happiness, sadness, anger, fear, and worrying is a very normal reaction. Imagine that you are crossing the street and a car suddenly arrives. At that moment, we suddenly try to escape as a reaction without thinking. Fear is a vital emotion inherent in human nature. It is activated automatically when we encounter a danger. This is the brain's fight or flight response that works as an alarm system and allows us to take precautions and protect ourselves in times of danger that threatens or is likely to threaten security. Anxiety is the state of thinking, feeling and behaving as if there was a danger, even if the situation that creates fear does not exist. In other words, while trying to cross the street, even if a car does not suddenly arrive, we become afraid and experience anxiety, thinking that it will come and activate the alarm system of our brain. Anxiety is an emotion necessary for the continuation of human life, but experiencing this emotion, which is healthy up to a certain point and occurs in order to cope with negative events, intensely and for a long time, after a certain point, begins to negatively affect the life, activities, social life and interpersonal relations of the individual.
If there is someone around you who constantly talks about possible dangers, expresses negative thoughts and feelings, and constantly wants to check you to make sure you are safe, you are with someone who is anxious. Dealing with this situation can be quite challenging. Anxious people can be very reactive, speak without thinking, and cannot make long-term plans. They may act unbalanced at times and challenge you with irrational thoughts.
If you live with someone whose anxiety level is above the normal limit, first of all, avoid using statements such as "calm down, don't worry about it, never mind" when the other person is anxious and negative thoughts intensify. Because it will make him think he is not understood and it will not work. Instead, try talking about the issue that's causing him anxiety and ask questions that will make him look realistic. trace. Your understanding can be your savior when this situation becomes intolerable. Anxiety is a very depressing emotion. If you display a negative attitude while the other person is drowning in this emotion, the situation will become even worse. In times like these, remember the real person behind the other person's anxiety. Focus on moments when your partner, mother, or friend is not experiencing anxiety. I'm sure you'll manage to see the positive aspects of his personality that you like. On the other hand, when the other person tries to reduce their anxiety, try to see and appreciate their efforts, even if only a little. Remember that he is also trying to cope with this situation. Supportive statements stating that he is better will make it easier for him to cope with his anxiety. Anxiety can be very persistent and the person may develop very slowly. Try to be patient in such situations. Remember the person you love.
If you have been with an anxious person for a long time, you may also be a candidate for anxiety. In some cases, anxiety can be contagious. Try to protect yourself by being aware of the anxiety you are exposed to.
I wish you a year that you will spend safely and peacefully, free from anxiety. Happy new year.
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