""If I'm struggling, I go in here and literally just rummaging through already helps me feel better," she says. When it comes to coping with anxiety, she says half the battle is distracting yourself from scary symptoms and runaway thoughts, instead of just sitting with them."
""I'm hoping I don't have to use this anytime soon, but I do like knowing I'm prepared," she says in the clip."
""Just having the bag nearby can feel comforting because it creates a sense of preparedness.""
Anxiety bags are small pouches filled with comforting items like gum, essential oils, and medications to help manage anxiety symptoms. Many people find that simply knowing the bag is available provides comfort. Items can include soothing products like hair ties, headphones, and snacks. The presence of an anxiety bag can help distract from anxiety symptoms and provide a sense of preparedness during stressful moments. Keeping the bag accessible in various locations ensures that calming items are always within reach.
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