Are you making your anxiety worse?

Do you ever get anxiety?

If you have ever had a feeling of fear or apprehension about the future then you were probably experiencing some anxiety and you're not alone in feeling like this. In fact the United States alone has around 40 million people suffering from some form of anxiety, while throughout the world there may be about 1 in 27 people suffering from an anxiety disorder.

More people are reporting feelings of anxiety than ever before and there may be reasons for this that are connected to the environment that you live in or the lifestyle choices that you make.

Are alcohol or drugs making you more anxious?

Global drug use is on the rise, which could be why anxiety is on the increase. People with anxiety disorders are more likely to develop an alcohol or substance abuse disorder. And the two problems can make each other worse because drugs and alcohol don't help to reduce your anxiety, in fact the effects of them are more likely to increase your anxiety symptoms. If you are using drugs recreationally to make yourself feel better then you may be lulling yourself in to a false sense of security. Drug abuse can too easily escalate and take over your life and the same can happen with alcohol. If your drinking is become more regular and in larger quantities, then you may need to look at the reasons why you are turning to the bottle for comfort. 

My previous blogs have talked about media and how you are exposed to information and news on a 24/7 basis, but not just that how you use media to relax may also be affecting you, whether that is through the games you play, the films you watch or your favourite tv programs. Everything has an effect on you. What about your social media? Are you looking at, commenting on and sharing negative things on there? Even where you live may affect you and if you live in a richer country or have a modern Western lifestyle it could be making you more anxious.

If you find that anxiety is taking over your life and making some positive changes isn't really helping then seek out some help and advice from your doctor.

Do you want a simple and fun way to feel less anxious?

DoTerra oils are totally natural and non toxic. Anything that has citrus in it will be uplifting, while things like Peppermint and Lavender help to lift your mood. Don't know where to start? Try this lovely trio starter kit contains peppermint, lavender and lemon essential oils and look out for my blogs on DoTerra oils to find out how you can start using them for your health, around your home and in your kitchen! These oils are very high grade and of exceptional quality, which means they can be taken internally and used on your skin also.

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