Anxiety, panic and feeling overwhelmed

Anxiety is your body trying to protect you. It becomes a problem when it arrives without danger and will not switch off.

Slow your breathing: breathe in for four counts, hold for four, out for four. Name five things you can see and four you can hear. Panic peaks and passes, even when it feels like it will not.

Speak to your GP about talking therapies. Many churches also run quiet spaces and listening teams; ask your church admin or pastor whether someone can sit with you this week.