Just A Whole Bunch Of Things To Relax You If You're Feeling Anxious

Anxiety is the absolute worst. It's like that friend who won't stop texting - GO AWAY I'M BUSY. It's estimated that one in six people in the UK suffer from a mental health issue and anxiety is one of the most common. So when you just can't shake that awful feeling then take a look at this lot...

1. Listen to this girl who questions her anxiety...

https://instagram.com/p/BZMoql8jRkq/

SO US.

2. Just look at a whole bunch of beautiful scenery...

https://instagram.com/p/BY76bVdndLP/

Because looking at pretty things is just calming for everyone. Follow IWWM for a daily dose of wonder. 

3. Witness these aborable puppies yawning...

Or even better go see a dog. Playing with puppies and their older pals has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety. Until they're taken away from you...

4. Realise you aren't alone with Zoella...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-iNOFD27G4

Because if anyone understands anxiety, it's the Queen of YouTube herself. And sometimes it just feels better to know that other people feel the same way as you. 

5. Know that sometimes you don't have to stay with them...

https://instagram.com/p/BY8FNXcgnPc/

If love is giving you anxiety ask yourself: is it really worth it?

6. Follow Girls Think I'm Funny...

https://instagram.com/p/BYtAGWSFR0g/

The girl who runs the account is funny AF and it's science that if you laugh, those endorphins that come peeping out lessens your anxiety. 

7. If you're a teen then be safe in the fact that things get better...

https://instagram.com/p/BYD1y0kD-kl/

That phase passes. WE SWEAR to you. 

8. Listen to some zen music...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x30YOmfeVTE

Let your mind drift, your body relax and breathe your way to a calmer state. 

9. Watch Kim Kardashian get her makeup done...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OBX38JSeITg

There is nothing more relaxing that watching someone get their glam on. Plus you'll learn some tips. Win-win. 

10. Do some pilates...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyh82HKddUc

Exercise produces the happy hormone of endorphons and doing pilates is gentle enough for any ability. Plus it tones your body like no other and leaves you feeling strong and healthy. 

Now check out Emma Blackery talking about looking after you mental health...