"If you're dealing with a stressful situation, remove yourself from that room for a moment," said licenced counselor Kasia Ciszewski, MsEd, LPC. This creates a healthy distraction from your current situation. Try to go to a place that's quiet and peaceful, then take a few breaths or just let your mind rest for a few minutes as you calm down.
Veroshk Williams, PsyD, recommended choosing the most relaxing area of your home and spending 10 or 15 minutes there. "You can just stay there in silence, listen to music, or be goofy," Dr. Williams said. "Remember that being centreed and connecting with joy is a great way to manage anxiety."