it a goal to do this strategy on a daily basis Or if you recognize that Your works when under stress consider implementing this strategy every day while driving to work with or without stress Once your overall anxiety level decreases likely find that you think about your goals in new ways and find deeper more meaningful ways to impact your life And as your increases the overall picture of the path forward will no longer bring dread but instead pleasure and optimism You have much to look forward the Big Refocus on the bigger picture in which overall strategies are important to you in maintaining your life These are the strategies that either worked well for you or are linked to something you care about like an active social life a list of some of the things my clients keep in mind Make a list of your own Physical exercise Daily mindfulness Physical health Live your best life Acceptance Challenge your thoughts Exposure Make space for yourself separate from your anxious thoughtsCH APTER TWELVE Building Your Support Network Human connection relieves anxiety Looking another person in the eye and sharing our vulnerable moments aspirations and setbacks soothes our nervous