Habits that can lead to anxiety over time. Phone check, one of them

Some seemingly harmless habits can cause anxiety over time. Find out what they are and avoid them as often as possible!

Anyone can experience anxious thoughts, but when negative emotions become intense and persistent, they can be a sign of anxiety. Don't give in to anxiety!

The first thing you can do to prevent these conditions is Avoid hostile discussions on social media, experts say. As tempting as it can be to voice your opinions online, it seems that virtual arguments can increase anxiety levels. In fact, a 2022 study published in Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Media found that taking a break from these behaviors for just one week can reduce anxiety and increase positive mood.

AND checking your phone immediately after waking up from sleep It's a bad habit, says Dr. Amy Mezulis, a mental health expert, for Best Life:

“This activity bombards our brain with information from the first hour, which makes us feel anxious because we allow the mind to receive information before we are fully awake. Social media posts, news, email—all of these things can harm us.” But what should you do in the morning? Therapist Daniel Rinaldi recommends meditating, listening to your favorite songs, and making a list of tasks you want to accomplish throughout the day.

inclusive news with negative impact may lead to anxiety. A study published in Health Communication found that people who obsessively consume negative news are more likely to suffer from stress and anxiety. Brian McLaughlin, one of the study's authors, explains: "The pandemic, political unrest and war are making the world a dark and dangerous place."

The teacher emphasizes the need to have a healthy relationship with the information received, that is, limit exposure to negative news, especially in the morning or evening.

Another thing that can cause concern over time is tendency towards perfectionism or overwork. Dr. Amy Mezulis explains:

“You re-read this letter, check if you packed these shoes well... The fear of leaving something unfinished can lead to unpleasant situations over time. One way to cultivate this behavior is to stop putting pressure on what you do, set a work schedule, and give yourself more time, that is, instead of the 10 minutes you estimate the task will take, give yourself 20 minutes, and so on. you won't put pressure on yourself. You might like it!” the specialist convinces.