Reduces Anxiety and Panic Attacks
While stress can have hormonal and physiological effects, anxiety is when the pressure becomes too much. Anxiety can be challenging to manage, as it can feel like the whole world is against you, triggering fight or flight and the brain’s so-called survivor mode. It can result in exhaustion, which further degrades one’s mental health due to anxiety and panic — eventually leading to panic attacks. Unfortunately, panic attacks can occur anytime for those susceptible to anxiety and stress. Another reason to consider meditation part of your daily routine is its ability to reduce anxiety and lower the odds of panic attacks.
As meditation is known to reduce stress levels, it naturally helps the body deal with anxiety and panic attacks. That said, focusing and redirecting thoughts can be challenging if you have a habit of anxiety and panic attacks. It’s easy for the mind to wander and lead to intrusive thoughts. You can help reduce the odds of intrusive thoughts by listening to relaxing music while you meditate. Don’t worry if you start to fall asleep, as it’s all part of the process.
