I go jogging and go to the gym, walk, cycle.

If you are in a situation where you dont need to take any physical action, such as in a queue or driving a car, then that oxygen will stay in your system and add to your uncomfortable sensations. Someone with Anxiety is likely to be stuck with one or more of the following types of negative selective attention. Answering both questions might produce two quite long lists, for instance: You can count in your head as you do this exercise. Start with the negative core belief, for instance Nobody likes me. Magnifying and minimising Im the worst case of Anxiety ever, and the progress Ive made so far just doesnt count. I have some tapes and do some meditation. Once youre comfortable with the three sections, you can learn how to breathe smoothly through all of them. Ways of countering distorted intuition and self-reproach Distorted intuition and self-reproach are all about how you see yourself in relation to the world, and other people. If youve been practising the breathing exercise in Part One you should now feel confident enough to use it to reduce Anxiety levels. When you are talking to yourself in new ways, or creating counters, challenges and affirmations, remember the following guidelines: Use the first person - use the word I. Do a cost-benefit analysis This simply means looking at the advantages and disadvantages of something. Your goal must be Specific. It can seem as if youll never be able to just enjoy yourself again. If it is the upper hand, the one on your chest, then you are breathing in a shallow way that isnt helpful for Anxiety. Some practitioners describe themselves as integrative. Remember that adults dont need to prove themselves by their achievements. Ive always found it hard making the time for it. For a long time I used a relaxation tape, but now I am so familiar with the routine that I can relax myself without a tape. Dont include anything negative. I was frantic with fear at this terrible thought .