Without further ado, here’s another edition of the series with a question from a reader.
Is feeling like I need to hurry all the time a symptom of anxiety?
A sense of urgency is a fairly common symptom in people withgeneralized anxiety disorder(GAD).
The disorder is characterized by many kinds of worries, in many kinds of contexts.
If the feeling exists on its own, it may not be related to GAD.
In other words, figure out when and where you start to feel that sense of urgency.
Once you pinpoint the moment you start to feel anxious and rushed, challenge your thought process.
How to challenge your thought process.
Then assess whether it’s true.
In other words, is this consequence set by someone else or an expectation you’re creating for yourself?
How much of it is a priority for you?
What’s the worst thing that could happen if you don’t get somewhere on time?
We’re not really looking at the rational perspective.
If it does come true, trust that you’ll have the tools to handle it.
Tools to manage anxiety.
First and foremost,get plenty of sleep.
A healthy diet full of fiber and protein is also important.
Irregular blood sugar patterns throughout the day can have an effect on mood and anxiety levels.
Lastly, physical activity is a critical component of mental health.
