Competing in an esports event can be quite unnerving. You’re bound to feel nervous when there are so many spectators watching your every move. Some people get overanxious due to the stress of the event before they play which can negatively affect their performance. If you are among those people who feel the same before playing in a live gaming event, here are a few natural ways to relieve stress.
Take Herbs
There are many herbal teas that help relieve the symptoms of anxiety. You can try chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, passionflower, and kava. These are found in the form of supplements as well as dried herbs, and they will help you feel relaxed and calmer. You can make tea with herbs and keep a flask with you. Drink it before you start to play, and you’ll be able to focus better on your game.
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is one of the proven ways to relieve stress and anxiety. This kind of therapy involves the use of essential oil to reduce nervousness and improve your mood. The scents of lavender, ylang-ylang, grapefruit, bergamot, and clary sage are some of the most popular essential oils. There are many ways you can use aromatherapy at your gaming event. A diffuser might be difficult to keep near your gaming setup so use a lava lead bracelet or a carrier oil on your wrist or neck mixed with your favourite scent.
CBD
CBD has gained popularity recently due to its numerous health benefits, including treatment for chronic pain, insomnia, and inflammation. The oil extracted from hemp plants has little to no THC. Because of its advantages, the certified physicians at CFAH view the effects of using CBD for relieving anxiety symptoms. You can keep a few CBD gummies, chocolates, or candies with you to take during the game, or just put a few drops of CBD oil tincture under your tongue.
Meditate
During meditation, you try to remove all the chaotic thoughts from your mind. Try to replace these thoughts with calmer visions. Doing so sounds impossible but when you start this practice of mindfulness, you will feel more at ease. Before your game begins, meditate for 5 to 10 minutes. This will help you relax, and you can focus on winning!
Breathing Exercises
A symptom of anxiety is rapid and shallow breathing. This increases your heart rate, making you feel dizzy, and can slowly lead to a panic attack. Deep breathing exercises are deliberate deep, measured breaths that will help restore your breathing and heart rate to normal. Take a few minutes to focus on your breathing before the game starts. In this way, you will feel calmer and be able to concentrate on the gaming event.
Feeling anxious before a live gaming event is only natural. However, stress and lack of focus can make you lose the game. To ensure you play the game well, you must relieve the stress before you begin playing. There are multiple ways in which you can get ready for your game. Highlighted above are some of the natural remedies you can try to ensure you are mentally relaxed before your live gaming event.
What kind of things do you do to alleviate stress in these situations? Do you use some of the above methods or something else? Whatever the answer, share your remedies in the comments below and let’s see if we can’t help more gamers battle these issues.
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