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Guides for anxiety, stress and sleep

Practical guides to calm anxiety, tell a panic attack from anxiety, stop overthinking, sleep better and understand what you feel. Written by the ALIVIA team.
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How to calm anxiety fast: 5 techniques you can use right now

Five simple techniques to calm anxiety in minutes: slow breathing, grounding, cold water, movement and naming what you feel. Step by step, no equipment needed.
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Anxiety attack vs panic attack: what is the difference?

Anxiety attack vs panic attack: how they differ, how each one feels, what to do in the moment and when to talk to a professional. Clear, simple guide.
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How to stop overthinking: 7 ways to calm a racing mind

If you overthink everything, these 7 strategies help: write it down, breathe, schedule worry time, move, ground yourself, accept thoughts and ask for help.
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Journaling for anxiety: how to start, with 15 prompts

How to use journaling for anxiety: a simple 5-minute routine, 15 prompts to get unstuck and common mistakes to avoid. No writing experience needed.
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Anxiety apps: 7 things to check before you choose one

How to choose an anxiety app: privacy, honest claims, crisis resources, price, AI transparency and the tools that actually help. A checklist you can use for any app.
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Box breathing for anxiety: how to do it step by step

Learn box breathing (4-4-4-4) to calm anxiety and stress: how to do it, how long to practise, simple variations and precautions.
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The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique for anxiety: how it works

The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique brings you back to the present when anxiety spikes. Step by step, with tips and what to do if it does not work first time.
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Signs of burnout and what to do about it

The common signs of burnout, how it differs from ordinary stress, practical steps to recover and when to talk to a professional. A clear, honest guide.
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How to deal with loneliness: 7 ideas to feel more connected

Loneliness hurts, but it can ease. Seven practical ideas to connect with people, look after your mood and know when to ask for help.
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Anxiety symptoms: physical, emotional and when to see someone

The most common anxiety symptoms — physical, emotional and behavioural — how they differ from normal worry and when it is worth talking to a professional.
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Meditation for beginners: a 5-minute guide, step by step

Start meditating today with a simple 5-minute guide: what to do, what to do when your mind wanders and how to build the habit.
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Can't sleep because of anxiety? 7 habits for better sleep tonight

Anxiety and sleep feed each other. Seven practical habits and a wind-down routine to help you fall asleep, plus what to do when you wake at night.
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