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Sidewalk chalk. The gym. Staring at the ocean and breathing. Music. Long drives with sunroof open, foot out the window and loud music of choice. Going to the pub by myself and listening to the Irish singers. That's how I do it.

I am a compulsive worrier. Had to end up getting on a medication that sometimes helps with the big stuff. But it's the "littles" that get me. I try to redirect my mind until I can think about the situation rationally. Sometimes it works and sometimes I get more worried that I can't resolve the worry and my brain ends up spinning in circles. I wear "om" around my neck to remind myself to slow down, take a deep breath and relax. I'm a fidgiter and tend to play with my necklace a lot, so when people notice and ask me about it, I'm reminded again. Nothing works all the time. Worry is there to keep us on our toes, but when it gets overwhelming, it can be really frightening. If you're a fidgiter, you can try wearing or carrying something comforting or a reminder that it's okay to take a moment. Takes practice, though. Good luck.

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