Hello everyone,
I have been struggling with anxiety for a while now and I'm looking for ways to manage it. I have tried various methods such as therapy and medication, but I'm looking for a more natural route. I have heard that meditation can be helpful for anxiety, but I'm not sure which type of meditation specifically would be best. Can anyone recommend a particular type of meditation that has helped them with their anxiety? I would greatly appreciate any advice or personal experiences shared. Thank you in advance!

Hi there,
I have also struggled with anxiety and have found that loving-kindness meditation (also known as metta meditation) has been helpful for me. This type of meditation involves focusing on sending love, kindness, and compassion to yourself and others.
During loving-kindness meditation, I start by focusing on myself and repeating phrases like "may I be happy," "may I be safe and healthy," and "may I be free from suffering." Then, I move on to family, friends, and eventually to all beings. It can be a bit challenging at first, but it has helped me to reduce my anxiety levels and cultivate positive feelings towards myself and others.
I would also recommend trying walking meditation or yoga, as they can also be calming and meditative practices that help reduce anxiety.
I hope this helps!