Casablanca – Whether you’re dealing with personal setbacks, professional challenges, or unexpected issues, learning to stay calm can help you make better decisions and preserve your mental wellness.
Life can get extremely hard and sometimes things don’t go as planned. But guess what? You have the power to not panic, even when stuff gets tricky.
Dr. Radha, from GP and BBC Radio 1’s Life Hacks, presents three strategies to help you stay calm in even the most difficult situations.
Breathe right:Dr. Radha says breathing can help a lot when you’re stressed.
Try this – take a deep breath in through your nose for five seconds, hold it for a second, then breathe out slowly through your nose for five seconds. It tells your brain everything’s okay. You can do this quietly, even if you’re feeling nervous about something like a test or a speech.
Hum a tune: Dr. Radha says humming can help calm you down by keeping your heartbeat steady.
So, when you’re feeling anxious, try humming a song or just making a humming noise. It’s like magic for your nerves.
Just a few minutes of humming can create a sense of peace and tranquility, allowing you to regain control over your emotions and feel more stable. Focus on one thing:: Sometimes we try to do too many things at once, and that can make us feel stressed. Dr. Radha suggests focusing on one thing at a time.
Break your tasks into small steps and concentrate on just one step at a time. This helps your brain stay calm and focused, just like how athletes stay focused during a stressful sporting match. These tips are super easy to try anywhere, they can really make a difference when life gets tough.
Remember to breathe, hum a little tune, and take things one step at a time. You’ve got this!
Besides these three, there are other things to keep in mind that may help calm your mental state.
Support: Don’t hesitate to reach out to close friends, family, or colleagues for support during challenging times.
Talking to someone who understands and empathizes with your situation can provide emotional relief and help you gain valuable perspectives.
In addition, professional support, such as therapy, can offer beneficial strategies and guidance for managing stress.
Both – therapy and talking to friends– can make someone feel less alone and more understood, reducing stress and making life much better and easier to handle.
A kind mind: Do not forget to be kind to yourself as well, especially when facing problems. Try to avoid self-criticism and negative self-talk, and instead, practice self love and compassion by treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding you would offer to a friend in a similar situation.
As former United States Senator Al Franken says;“mistakes are a part of being human. Appreciate your mistakes for what they are: precious life lessons that can only be learned the hard way. Unless it’s a fatal mistake, which, at least, others can learn from.”
By incorporating these strategies into your daily life, you can develop resilience and strengthen your ability to stay calm even in the most challenging situations.
While difficult times are inevitable, how you respond to them ultimately determines your ability to overcome difficulties and thrive.
