7 Sayings That Can Help Someone Who Is Anxious

7 Sayings That Can Help Someone Who Is Anxious!

 Did you know that roughly 40 million individuals worldwide suffer from anxiety, with more cases developing each year and many people going misdiagnosed or untreated, according to a 2017 report by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)? Why? Well, if we were to hazard a guess, it's probably mostly because mental illness and mental healthcare are stigmatised. Such insensitivity, narrow-mindedness, and lack of empathy might discourage a person from even admitting they have anxiety un the first place, much less really getting treatment and talking to someone about it. Most people either shame or belittle them for their troubles.

So, if you know someone who is currently struggling with anxiety, realise that just the fact that they are telling you about it shows you a lot of trusts. Don't thus assume that. Here are 7 soothing things you may say in their favour if you truly want to assist, as opposed to pushing them away or making matters worse by using all the clichés, such as "It's all in your brain" or "You're being concerned for no reason":

1. "I'm Worried Because I've Noticed That You Seem Uneasy Recently."

Has a friend or member of your family recently shown signs of tension or anxiety? Do they appear to be always stressed out or to have been having trouble sleeping lately? It won't harm to approach them and express your concern if you perceive them to be nervous. A straightforward "Hey, everything good? It will be clear enough that you care about the other person and want to make them feel better if you say something like, "You appear uneasy and I'm concerned." It demonstrates that you are receptive to their perspective and aren't in a rush to make a mistaken attempt to "fix" their problems for them (Antony & Rowa, 2005).

2. "I Believe You're Courageous To..."

Informing a person with the anxiety of all the ways you believe they are succeeding in overcoming it will also be helpful. This is particularly true for individuals who have dealt with MS for some time, since they are likely to already be familiar with what makes them feel better. Even if they appear to have it all figured out already, some support, especially from a loved one, may go a long way.

3. "I Have Faith In You."

Similar to what we said previously, encouraging comments may undoubtedly help someone who is struggling with anxiety (Stein & Craske, 2017). So be sure to let them know that even if things don't appear to be going well right now, you firmly think they can overcome whatever issue they are dealing with. Mention all the positive traits you notice in this person and express your admiration for their courage and tenacity as well as their ability to accomplish all that they have. That gets us to our next point.

4. "Having Anxiousness Is Hard."

Learning more about anxiety is one of the finest things you can do for someone who is experiencing it. Anxiety is neither a personal preference or a weakness in character. Don't go asking them to explain why they have anxiety to you because anxiety attacks can happen for no apparent reason. Being there for them, hearing about their difficulties, and providing emotional support is enough. The effort you made to learn more about their situation will undoubtedly have an impact on them.

5 "What Can I Do To Help You?"

When in doubt, the best course of action is to just ask the person suffering from anxiety, "What can I do to help you?" By doing this, you demonstrate that you are trying to better meet the requirements of the other person and that you don't just assume that you have their best interests in mind. Always remember that it's preferable to refrain from giving unsolicited advice unless you have formal training in treating persons with mental health conditions (Stearns, 2012).

6. "I'm Always Available For You."

Please understand, though, that learning more about anxiety is different from really feeling it. Do not, then, make the error of claiming, "Oh, I was extremely nervous about that issue too once so I understand," since you do not. And you won't comprehend unless you experience anxiousness yourself. But that's alright; you don't have to comprehend what it's like to worry in order to sympathise with someone. It's more than enough to just offer them emotional support and reassurance that you'll be there for them no matter what.

7. "Would You Be Willing To Speaking With A Professional About It?"

It's always advisable to reassure the other person that there is no shame in asking for assistance and contacting a mental healthcare expert about their problems. This is possibly the final and most crucial point. They don't have to fight with anxiety for the rest of their life or by themselves because it is a mental disease that is very curable and controllable (National Alliance Against Mental Illness, 2018). If the individual is self-conscious about their anxiety, gently encouraging them to talk to a therapist or counsellor about it will show them that you care.