How To Really Zone Out
There have been some times when I can’t shut my brain off no matter how hard I try. Even medication doesn’t do the trick. I’ve felt anxiety so bad that I’ve felt like tearing off my skin. I’m no fun to be around that’s for sure! It’s an awful feeling and when it happens I pray and try my best to stay calm. If it gets really bad then it’s time to call the doctor to see if I can increase my medications.
I’ve been doing very well lately. I haven’t had any terrible anxiety attacks that my medication or other forms of easing my stress haven’t been able to handle. I’ve been doing something different lately and wanted to share this with you.
When I begin to feel anxious, before it gets out of hand, I turn off anything that is distracting. I used to believe that using the TV or the computer would help me but I’ve learned that this just adds to feeling stress. Instead I listen to music that soothes me. It can be Christian contemporary music, or instrumental relaxation music but whatever it is I listen to it on my headset. I either use a CD player or another type of electronics like my MP3 player.
I think that shutting my mind down by focusing on one thing only has helped me greatly. The ability to hear only the music or even some Bible recordings is a new venture for me. I’m thrilled that it’s been working.
I listen to Meatloaf turned up to the max when I feel REALLY stressed…
Thanks for sharing this us Connie. This past week I have been playing some of my old favorite Contemporary Christian CDs on my computer through my headset. It has been very relaxing while I work or just sit and relax listening to the music.
Have a wonderful blessed day!