Instant Anxiety Busters You Can Do Right Now

Deep Breathing: Inhale slowly for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 4. Repeat. It signals your brain to relax.

Cold Water Splash: Splash your face with cold water or hold an ice cube. It shocks your system into calming down.

5-4-3-2-1 Grounding: Name 5 things you see, 4 you feel, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you taste. It pulls you back to the present.

Mini Meditation: Close your eyes and focus on your breath for 60 seconds. Even a short pause can reset your mind.

Positive Affirmations: Repeat phrases like, "I am safe," or "This feeling will pass." Reframing your thoughts can ease panic.

Get Moving: Jumping jacks, a short walk, or dancing shifts energy out of your head and into your body.

Smell Something Nice: Lavender, citrus, or peppermint scents can instantly soothe your senses.

Talk to Someone: Even sending a quick text to a friend can break the isolation and offer comfort.

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