Article: If you’re feeling particularly anxious or panicky, try grounding with your 5 senses. This can help you overcome the "spacey" feeling associated with anxiety and refocus on the present moment. In the surrounding environment, locate 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 you can smell, and 1 you can taste. Some people who have high-functioning anxiety have perfectionistic, “need to do it all” tendencies. If this describes you, give yourself a break when you’re feeling stressed. Go through your day by setting the goal to do one thing at a time: get out of bed, take a shower, brush your teeth, eat a healthy breakfast, and so on. Focusing on one thing can help relieve anxiety and prevent you from feeling overwhelmed. Help yourself cope with anxiety by reciting statements that help you feel calm and positive about the situation. For instance, if you are anxious about meeting new people, tell yourself something like, “I am a great friend. They will be lucky to know me.” One the toughest days, be sure to nurture yourself with self-care activities that improve your mood and mindset. Do any constructive activities that make you feel better about yourself or your life. Engage in a hobby such as gardening, pamper yourself with a massage or a manicure, or take a nap, if you’d like. If you have high-functioning anxiety, you might try to hide your anxious feelings from family or friends. Pretending that you’re fine when you’re not will only make you feel isolated and more anxious. If someone asks how you’re doing, admit it. Say, “Honestly, I’m anxious” or “I’m not doing so well today.” Resist the urge to beat yourself up for having anxiety, as this will only increase your anxiety. Those who care about you may want to help but not know how. Give them a clue as to how they might help you by making a few suggestions. You might say something like, “I could really use a hug” or “Would you mind helping me study for my test?” Don’t feel you're being too forward about making specific requests. Your loved ones will likely be relieved that there’s something they can do to help.

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Practice grounding to reconnect with the here and now. Commit to one task at a time so you're not overwhelmed. Repeat positive affirmations to get through stressful situations. Do one thing that makes you feel good. Resist the urge to “fake it” when you're feeling anxious. Let loved ones know how they can help.