Everybody experiences anxiety and nervousness at some point. If you're affected only once in a while, you probably deal with it well. But chronic anxiety and nervousness interfere with day-to-day life. Anxiety leads to a number of problems, including stress, headaches, heartburn, nausea and insomnia. Natural remedies can help you get rid of anxiety and nervousness without side effects.
Step 1
Place a few drops of essential oils on your pillow or on top of a melting candle. Bergamot and sandalwood essential oils are good choices for relieving anxiety, while patchouli and geranium calm mental stress.
Step 2
Drink relaxing herbal teas. Passion flower, lavender, chamomile and valerian help to alleviate stress and tension. Buy dried herbs and make the tea yourself to get a stronger cup. Drink tea once a day or when you need it to relieve anxiety and nervousness.
Step 3
Use Bach flower essences. Bach flowers are homeopathic remedies made using flower essences. The essence comes in liquid form; add it to water or place a few drops directly under your tongue. Examples of Bach flowers useful for stress relief include agrimony, white chestnut and star of Bethlehem.
Step 4
Go for a walk every day. Exercise helps relieve muscle tension and overall stress. Rhythmic exercise such as biking, swimming or walking is effective for stress relief, according to HelpGuide.org. Choose an activity you enjoy, so the simple act of engaging in it will give you pleasure and help you relax.
Step 5
Practice deep breathing exercises. Concentrate on the actual breathing as you inhale and exhale. This will take your mind off the stressor. Deep breathing also has a calming effect on your heart rate and overall mood. If you need guidance, try a yoga or meditation class, where you'll learn about proper breathing techniques.
References
- "Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Fifth Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements"; Phyllis A. Balch; 2010
- HelpGuide.org; Relaxation Techniques for Stress Relief; Lawrence Robinson, et al.; July 2011
- Bach Flower Remedies: The 38 Bach Flower Remedies
