What to do when you’re

feeling nervous?

Yes, it’s normal to feel this way.
And yes, there are many ways
to deal with these waves of emotions.

Understanding nervousness

Nervousness is a natural response

When life gets overwhelming, and we’re faced with circumstances we’ve never navigated before, it’s natural to feel nervous.

Feeling nervous acknowledges that we’re not experts and sometimes we don’t know what to do.

However, sometimes we can get stuck and need help to get unstuck.

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Understanding your feelings

Has your nervousness become chronic nervousness?

It’s natural to feel nervous sometimes. However, it’s important to recognize when it becomes something more.

NERVOUS

Everyone feels this once in a while.

  • Is temporary
  • Can continue daily activities
  • Has a specific cause and improves over time
  • May feel unhappy, uneasy, disappointed
  • Does not include physical symptoms
  • Doesn’t usually involve suicidal thoughts

CHRONIC NERVOUSNESS

Has a crippling effect on your life.

  • Is persistent (longer than two weeks)
  • Interferes with daily functioning
  • May not have a specific cause and doesn’t improve with time
  • May feel unrelenting sorrow, despair, or helplessness
  • Can include fatigue, impact appetite, and sleep
  • Often includes thoughts on suicide
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Frequently asked questions

Facts and suggestions

What should I do with overwhelming nervousness?2024-07-11T18:22:21+00:00

Set an appointment with a medical professional. If you’re actively considering harming yourself, please call or text #988.

Is my nervousness actually depression?2024-07-11T18:22:00+00:00

If your nervousness has lasted more than a few weeks and is impacting your daily life, you should consider meeting with a counselor or medical professional to investigate further.

How can I improve my mood when feeling nervous?2024-07-11T18:21:36+00:00

Engage in healthy and enjoyable activities. For example, listen to music, go for a walk, chat with a friend, or play with a pet.

Resources

Guideline reports

Explore the following reports to help wherever you are with nervousness.

Low Intensity

Emotional “bump in the road” with a specific cause.

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Medium Intensity

Feelings aren’t going away and stealing enjoyment.

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High Intensity

Your feelings are disruptive and overwhelming.

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The Suicide Bridge Project

I walked on the bridge for six years.

In 2018, I set out to photograph the people who traveled the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, CA.

Within my first year, I saw someone step out of the crowd and climb over the railing.

I walked over and talked with him for several minutes while bridge patrol was on the way.

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