How to make myself feel better when im crying?

[Anonymous]

How do I?, I'm stressing out and having anxiety

[Oliverlogan263]

Here are some things you can try when you're crying to make yourself feel better:

• Breathe - Focus on taking deep, slow breaths. Inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 4, exhale for 6. This can calm your nervous system and help ease anxiety.

• Ground yourself - Name 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste. This exercise brings you into the present moment.

• Soak it up - Allow yourself to truly feel the emotions without judgment. Crying releases stress hormones and tension in a healthy way. Don't try to stop the tears - let them flow.

• Write it out - Grab a pen and paper and just start writing. Pour out all your thoughts and feelings without editing. This can provide catharsis and clarity.

• Self-soothe - Hug a pillow, listen to calming music, make yourself a warm drink. Do anything that brings you comfort and self-care in the moment.

• Talk to someone - Reach out to a friend, family member or crisis hotline for support. Having someone listen can help you feel less alone and gain perspective.

• Think positive - Remind yourself "This will pass." Tell yourself you're strong enough to get through this. Focus on what you're grateful for in your life. Shift your thinking to be more hopeful.

• Distract yourself - Take a warm bath, watch a funny video, play a video game, read a book - anything to redirect your attention and shift your mood.

• Move your body - Go for a short walk, stretch, or do some light exercise. Physical activity can release feel-good endorphins to counteract crying hormones.

Hopefully one or more of these strategies helps ease your distress in the moment. But I also recommend looking into longer-term solutions like therapy, meditation, journaling and lifestyle changes to address the root causes of your stress and anxiety. Take good care of yourself - you've got this!

[Anonymous]

Depends on what’s going on that’s making you feel this way.

[CrimsonAngel09]

Sometimes what helps me the most is stepping outside to breathe. Focus on the trees moving in the breeze, the birds chirping, any sounds that may be around.

It's a lot better than in the house.

[arandomgirlbruh]

postpone negaitve thoughts, thats what i do. Postpone and try to give attention to sth else

[Reem12345reem]

that will make u numb , b it's not healthy to ignore feelings