Anais Nin calls anxiety an illness of the soul because it's an invisible drama, intangible, misunderstood, mysterious. Since it's invisible, other people tend not to have empathy. You're not physically sick or hurt; you haven't lost a loved one; there hasn't been a tragedy. It's hard to explain to others what you are feeling and why.
So what do you do? Relax, close your eyes, and take a deep breath. Do something you find enjoyable - listen to music, sit in the park and watch squirrels play, take a long soak in the tub. Go to bed, watch favorite movies, and have a bed picnic. Do something physical - take a walk, do some gardening, dance.
Any other thoughts on what to do to get some perspective back?
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