Transform your anxiety into something useful. Here's how

Tossing and turning in the wee hours. A low but constant buzzing in the brain that thwarts concentration. A feeling of tense restlessness. Most have experienced this sort of anxiety, which is not clinical anxiety, but the run-of-the-mill kind that leaves you feeling uncomfortable. Anxiety, defined as a feeling of fear or worry in uncertain situations, is a valuable warning system that helps us figure out what is important to us. Neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki explains that anxiety evolved to protect us from danger. However, in modern times, our stress response is often triggered by news and social media, leading to physiological strain. Suzuki recommends five tips to lower everyday anxiety: practice breath meditation, go for a short walk, embrace uncertainty, turn worry into action, and support others.