{"id":35291,"date":"2024-11-04T23:30:10","date_gmt":"2024-11-05T04:30:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bgodinspired.com\/index.php\/bgodinspired-news\/bgodinspired-health-news\/psychologist-shares-tips-to-avoid-stress-anxiety-on-election-day\/"},"modified":"2024-11-04T23:30:10","modified_gmt":"2024-11-05T04:30:10","slug":"psychologist-shares-tips-to-avoid-stress-anxiety-on-election-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bgodinspired.com\/index.php\/bgodinspired-news\/bgodinspired-health-news\/psychologist-shares-tips-to-avoid-stress-anxiety-on-election-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Psychologist shares tips to avoid stress, anxiety on Election Day"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Title: Nearly Three-Quarters of Americans Anxious Ahead of Presidential Election: Expert Offers Coping Strategies<\/strong><\/p>\n

SACRAMENTO, Calif. \u2014<\/strong> As Election Day approaches, nearly three-quarters of adults in the United States report feeling anxious about the presidential election. The relentless news cycle and social media discourse are contributing to a heightened sense of unrest. In a recent segment on KCRA 3, Dr. Jim Raines from Kaiser Permanente provided valuable insights on managing these feelings effectively.<\/p>\n

Dr. Raines acknowledged that the anxiety surrounding elections often stems from people focusing on aspects that are beyond their control. \u201cIt\u2019s human nature for us to lean into the overwhelming narrative,\u201d he said. \u201cFinding a way to achieve some balance is crucial for our overall well-being.\u201d <\/p>\n

In a world inundated with information and uncertainty, the challenge is to navigate these emotions without becoming overwhelmed. Dr. Raines emphasized the importance of recognizing your emotional responses rather than letting them spiral. Drawing on the wisdom of psychologist Albert Ellis, he stated, \u201cThe problem isn’t that you get upset; it’s that you add to your upsetness.\u201d This perspective echoes biblical teachings about maintaining peace of mind amidst turmoil.<\/p>\n

The Bible instructs us to focus on what we can control and to seek inner peace. Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us: \u201cDo not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.\u201d <\/p>\n

Dr. Raines shared several practical strategies to cope with election anxiety:<\/strong><\/p>\n