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5 ways to lower anxiety in relationships

From communicating regularly to challenging our thoughts, here are a few ways to lower anxiety in a relationship.

Published on: Feb 17, 2024 6:00 AM IST
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Often, we may feel some tension and anxiety in a relationship. It can happen for a variety of reasons. However, addressing them effectively can help us to maintain emotional and mental health. "Lowering anxiety in your relationships often has a lot to do with taking care of yourself and doing what you can to help make your relationship as healthy as it can be," wrote Therapist Carrie Howard. Here are a few ways to lower anxiety in relationships. (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 17, 2024 6:00 AM

Often, we may feel some tension and anxiety in a relationship. It can happen for a variety of reasons. However, addressing them effectively can help us to maintain emotional and mental health. "Lowering anxiety in your relationships often has a lot to do with taking care of yourself and doing what you can to help make your relationship as healthy as it can be," wrote Therapist Carrie Howard. Here are a few ways to lower anxiety in relationships. (Unsplash)

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Communication forms one of the foundation blocks of a relationship. Communicating regularly, openly and honestly with our partner can relieve us of anxiety and tension.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Communication forms one of the foundation blocks of a relationship. Communicating regularly, openly and honestly with our partner can relieve us of anxiety and tension.  (Unsplash)

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Knowing what is healthy for us and what is not helps us to set better boundaries. Respecting the boundaries of the partner helps in maintaining clarity.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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Knowing what is healthy for us and what is not helps us to set better boundaries. Respecting the boundaries of the partner helps in maintaining clarity.  (Unsplash)

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We should remember that everything that we think, and feel may not be facts – we should challenge our thoughts.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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We should remember that everything that we think, and feel may not be facts – we should challenge our thoughts.  (Unsplash)

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We should be compassionate and empathetic. Validating the emotions of the partner and being a good listener can go a long way.  (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
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We should be compassionate and empathetic. Validating the emotions of the partner and being a good listener can go a long way.  (Unsplash)

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It is equally important to prioritise ourselves and engage in self-care to relieve ourselves of stress – this can have a significant positive impact on the relationship. (Unsplash)expand-iconView Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Feb 17, 2024 6:00 AM

It is equally important to prioritise ourselves and engage in self-care to relieve ourselves of stress – this can have a significant positive impact on the relationship. (Unsplash)

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