Coping Skill – Mother Nature’s Xanax

Mother Nature has the power to please, to comfort, to calm and to nurture one’s soul”

-Anthony Douglas Williams

Concept:

Nature offers several natural remedies that can help to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. Here are some examples of what could be classed as nature’s Xanax

Remedies and Benefits:

Chamomile: Chamomile tea can help to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation.

Lavender: The scent of lavender can help to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. It can be used in aromatherapy, as a tea or in essential oil form.

Valerian root: Valerian root is a natural sedative that can help to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. It can be taken as a supplement or in tea form.

Passionflower: Passionflower can help to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. It can be taken as a supplement or in tea form.

Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that can help to reduce stress and anxiety. It can be taken as a supplement or in tea form.

Lemon balm: Lemon balm is a natural calming agent that can help to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. It can be taken as a supplement or in tea form.

Other Considerations: –

CBT Oil

Kava Kava

Dark chocolate (in moderation)

5 Hydroxytrytophan 200mg (5-HTP)

Considerations:

1. Always consult your medical practitioner whether these suggestions are compatible with you – especially if on medication.

2. Allow three months for some supplements to have the desired effect.

Action:

Consume

Difficulty:

Easy

Speed:

Slow

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