Mgr. Michaela Prochotská
8 years
Tension and restlesness
Find inner peace and overcome your fears
Tension and restlessness are natural reactions of the body and mind to pressure or threat. Stress mobilizes us to perform, and anxiety alerts us to possible danger. They become a problem when they last a long time, are stronger than the situation calls for, or come without an obvious cause. They can show up as constant worry, a pounding heart, tense muscles, poor sleep, stage fright or sudden attacks of fear.
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Life today can be full of challenges that cause stress and restlessness. Whether you experience intense restlessness, uncomfortable tension in social situations, or are affected by climate uncertainty, you are not alone. These feelings can affect the quality of your sleep, your work performance, and your overall inner peace.
A professional can help you better understand what you are going through, and together you can look for ways to manage these states. You can focus on overcoming specific concerns—from specific fears to general tension that affects your daily life. You will gain space to discover tools that can bring you more certainty, balance, and self-confidence.
Consulting with a professional can help you not only reduce the intensity of unpleasant states, but also build long-term resilience to stress. Together, you can work on managing stage fright, releasing tension, and developing the ability to respond to challenging situations with greater calm. Gradually, you can discover your own inner resources and move towards a more balanced and contented life.
- Climate Anxiety
- Sleep Quality
- Fear attacks
- Overcoming Fears
- Psychological Burden
- Situational fear with people
- Specific fears
- Fear
- Stress
- Stage Fright
- Tension
When to seek help?
Worries won't let go of you.
For most of the day you worry about what might happen, and you can't stop the thoughts.
Your body is always on alert.
Your heart pounds, your stomach is tight, your muscles are tense or you have headaches without a clear cause.
You have sudden attacks of fear.
Strong fear, shortness of breath or a feeling that you are losing control comes on suddenly.
You can't sleep.
You struggle to fall asleep, wake up during the night and don't feel rested in the morning.
You avoid situations.
Because of fear or stage fright, you turn down meetings, trips or opportunities at work.
The stress lasts for weeks.
The tension doesn't go away even on weekends or during time off, and it is starting to affect your relationships and performance.
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What approaches are used for stress and anxiety?
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
For anxiety and stress, CBT is one of the most researched approaches. It works with how thoughts (“it's bound to go wrong”) affect emotions, physical reactions and behavior. You learn to recognize catastrophic scenarios, test them and replace them with a more realistic view.
Gradual exposure to fear
For specific fears and phobias, professionals use gradual exposure. At a safe pace and in small steps, you move closer to the situation you are afraid of, until it loses its power. Avoidance eases fear in the short term, but in the long term it tends to make it stronger.
Relaxation and breathing
Tension is stored in the body, so techniques that calm the nervous system are used: slow breathing, Jacobson's progressive muscle relaxation or autogenic training. They help you handle acute tension, sleep better and notice the first signs of stress earlier.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness-based programs, such as MBSR, developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, teach you to notice thoughts and feelings without getting lost in them. Instead of fighting anxiety, you learn to be with it and not let it control you.
Which approach is suitable depends on the person and the situation. It is best to talk to a professional.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between stress and anxiety?
Stress is a reaction to a specific pressure, such as a deadline at work, and it usually fades once that is over. Anxiety is more a worry about what might happen, and it often persists even without a clear trigger. If anxiety lasts longer, is intense and limits your everyday life, it is a good idea to talk to a professional.
What should I do during a panic attack?
A panic attack is unpleasant, but in itself it is not dangerous, and it usually passes within a few minutes. It helps to slow your breathing (breathe out for longer than you breathe in), focus on what you can see and hear around you, and remind yourself that the feelings will pass. If the attacks keep coming back, see a professional. After a first attack, it is a good idea to have a doctor rule out a physical cause.
How can I manage stage fright?
Stage fright is a natural reaction before a performance, and in small amounts it helps you focus. If it is so strong that it stops you from giving presentations, taking exams or speaking in front of people, it is something you can work on. Preparation helps, as does working with your breathing and with the thoughts that make stage fright stronger, and gradually practicing difficult situations.
Is an online session suitable for anxiety too?
Yes. For many people with anxiety, an online session is actually an easier first step, because they don't have to travel anywhere and are in a familiar environment. For many forms of psychological help, research shows comparable results online and in person. If you are more comfortable with face-to-face contact, you can choose an in-person session.
How much does a session cost, and can it be online?
Each professional sets their own price. On ksebe, prices start from €30 per session. Sessions take place online, and some professionals also offer in-person sessions. You can see the price, format and available times on each profile.
What happens at the first session with a professional?
The first session is for getting to know each other. The professional will ask what is troubling you, how long it has been going on and in which situations the tension is strongest. Together you will think about what you would like to change. At the end, you will agree on whether and how to continue.
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