Ask HN: How do you deal with anxiety?

I go swimming for 20 minutes. I don't know what it is, but just being in the water keeps me in a calm place and usually helps with my worries. As much as it helps me to get my mind off things, it helps me to actually think more clearly about things.

Find a hobby. Keep your mind busy. Know that everything is going to be okay.

What makes you anxious? Try to take a deep breath before you do whatever it is, and then just do it. Tell yourself whatever it is, that it will work out and things will be fine. And if you want to get over it, try to expose yourself to it more often.

Meditation works well for me. The trick is you need to be consistent and patient. Try out the Calm app (my favorite), Headspace, or read "The Mind Illuminated" and start practicing daily.

Seriously ! Get some professional help. Your long term happiness will improve with therapy.

I like to remind myself: Don't sweat the small stuff; it's all small stuff !