Wedding jitters, moving to a new city, or writing a final exam, nervousness can show up in so many of life’s moments. We can all relate to that familiar fluttering feeling we often call “butterflies” whether it’s a good or bad moment.

However, butterflies aren’t just a feeling, they affect our bodies and minds.

If you’re looking for ways to cope with nervousness, read on for helpful tips.

The Physiology of Nervousness and Butterflies 

Butterflies aren’t just in your head. When a situation appears to be potentially threatening or positive, our body releases stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline.

These hormones prepare us for the fight-or-flight response. You experience increased heart rate, faster breathing, and blood redirected from your gut to your muscles. This physical response is what we experience as nervousness or butterflies.

The Difference between Nervousness and Anxiety

Anxiety is when nervousness escalates. Recognising triggers and controlling nervousness before it transforms into overwhelming anxiety helps.

The Ripple Effect of Nervousness

Emotions, including nervousness, can significantly influence you and those around you. If you experience stress or anxiety, those nearby often pick up on these cues. Communicating openly about these feelings is vital to reassure your family, friends and colleagues that their actions are not the cause of the stress.

Homeopathic Remedies for Nervousness and Butterflies

• Gelsemium is effective for anticipatory anxiety, such as a driving test.
• Aconitum is suitable for intense anxiety and panic.
• Personalised Treatment is when you consult a homoeopath for remedies tailored to specific symptoms.

How to Support Others Through Nervousness

Acknowledging and validating emotions is crucial in helping people manage nervousness. When you identifying what someone is feeling, you have the insight in how best to offer support.

Techniques to help control nervous butterflies

• Mental preparation involves shifting from negative thought patterns to positive ones. This technique is beneficial for people of all ages.
• Deep breathing and mindfulness can help calm the nervous system. Teaching yourself to control your breathing is a valuable skill in managing nervousness.

Keep calm and breathe

Breathing exercises are powerful tools for managing nervousness and butterflies. Deep breathing activates the vagus nerve, connecting the brain and gut. By controlling your breathing, you can induce a sense of calm and reduce the physical symptoms associated with nervousness.

Embracing nervousness as a natural feeling can help you cope with this all too familiar feeling. You’ve got it in you to overcome these feelings, plus Natura Rescue is here to offer you First Aid for Emotions. Visit our product page to discover natural ways to cope with nervousness and butterflies.