Dear James:

There is no easy way for an anxious person to meditate, to take things slow, one step at a time, etc. The nature of anxiety is that thoughts are rushing, adrenaline is secreted to the blood, heart rushing, everything in a hurry and you are exhausted very quickly.

My suggestion: a slow yoga class or a Tai-Chi class. Slow, mindful movements will train your brain to slow down that exhausting rushing of thoughts and feelings. Tai Chi, as I experienced it, is a series of very slow motion movements done in silence and with great attention to the movements. Slow down the body that much, and your brain slows down too.

When your brain slows down, you will be able to help yourself.

Post again, anytime.

anita