It's awkward and 99% of the time unwelcome, but it happens. It can happen for a reason or none at all. Everyone experiences anxiety differently, although a lot of the symptoms are quite similar. 

How to tell if you have anxiety: 

• Dizziness
• Headaches
• Sense of Panic
• Upset Stomach 
• Racing heartbeat
• Inability to think logically 
• Fear of Impending Doom 
• Shortness of Breath
• Sleep problems
• Feeling like you're going crazy
• Chest pain / heavy chest 

I ,by no means, am a doctor. If you are finding that you experience all of these symptoms on a regular basis, I would recommend visiting your family doctor for more information! 

I've come up with a few little tips to help you with managing your anxiety: 

1. Try and pinpoint the cause. Did something happen recently or is there something you're actively worrying about? Anxiety 9 times out of 10 can be caused by stress. 
2. Aromatherapy - I will always suggest this. Try to stay away from strong fragrances and stick with more natural essences. This will help keep you grounded. I usually light some incense or use a mist.
3. Ground yourself with this exercise

• Sit comfortably in a chair or on the couch
• Take 3 deep breaths: in through your nose, out through your mouth
• Point out 3 things that you can see in the area around you. You can say it out loud or in your head. Be descriptive (for example; a furry beige rug)
• Point out 3 things that you can hear. Again be descriptive.
• Point out 3 things you can touch. Describe what it feels like. 
• Take one last look around you and remind yourself you are safe. 

You don't have to do this in order - I would try the grounding exercise first especially if you feel an attack coming on. It might feel funny or silly at first, but the more and more you practice it - the easier it becomes. You'll find that you'll start to pick up on it naturally as a reflex in a situation. 

Feel free to comment below with some other tips that work for you. Share the love <3