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The True Mirror's avatar

I also followed a method similar to the 3-2-1 approach. I joined a mindfulness workshop and began meditating daily even if it was just for five minutes. I became more physically active and exercised, albeit irregularly. I also restarted therapy, initially on a weekly basis and later switching to biweekly sessions.

What I found particularly helpful was journaling and writing in general; sometimes free-writing to release emotions and experiences, other times writing intentionally with a focus on gratitude.

There isn’t a single solution; it’s more about finding the right combination of practices that work together.

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Theo's Therapy's avatar

Hey thanks for sharing this! I'd love to hear more about the free writing technique, that sounds really interesting.

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Janice Okoh's avatar

I was just talking to a friend about anxiety and your substack came up. I miss mediation. I'd love to get it back in my life.

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Theo's Therapy's avatar

Hey thanks for the comment! Yeah I'm only just learning how to meditate recently. I used to think it was clearing the mind completely, but learnt recently it's more about noticing what thoughts come up. I hope you can get it back soon :)

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Janice Okoh's avatar

yes, i do do it but not so regularly. I will though. I do TM.

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