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The 21-Day Anxiety Challenge: Take Control of Your Nerves
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  • Day 16: Work on an art project. Studies show that doing arts and crafts projects can significantly lower anxiety levels.
  • Day 17: Try yoga. Whether you take a class or follow an online video, give stress-relieving yoga a try.
  • Day 18: Go on a digital detox. Alleviate your stress by leaving your work behind at the office when you go home. Don't look at your smart phone for any emails or work updates.
  • Day 19: Step outside and take a walk. A change of scenery somewhere secluded can calm your nerves. Whether you are at work or home, take a moment to get some fresh air and take in your surroundings.
  • Day 20: Schedule your worrying. Many psychologists recommend scheduling an hour out of your day for worry time. That way, your stress is not open-minded; you're only allowed to worry in that time period.
  • Day 21: Accept your feelings. It's OK to have anxiety. Once you recognize your symptoms and nervousness, you can then learn how to control it.
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