What are the top techniques for coping with anxiety?

I've struggled with obsessive thoughts, anxiety, and depression for as long as I can't remember, and dealing with them is incredibly tough. It impacts every part of your life, from relationships to daily activities. Mental health affects how you function each day, and when it’s off, everything else is harder. So I want to share with you, based on all the information I've gathered from reading hundreds of books on psychotherapy and related fields, the best advice:

1.Never try to figure everything out. If you have intrusive questions in your head, don't answer them—just let them be. If you feel compelled to do so, delay answering them. The goal is to never engage with them, as doing so fuels the cycle.

2.Don't put pressure on yourself about why you're not getting better—leave it to time. For now, your main focus should be on reducing the habit of trying to figure out answers.

3.Stop answering the questions in your head and their intensity will gradually decrease, along with your anxiety, until they eventually fade away.

4.Exercise helps, but focus mostly on cardio workouts, as they improve blood flow and increase serotonin (the "happiness hormone") levels.

5.Meditation is beneficial because it teaches you not to fight intrusive thoughts or search for answers.

6.If you have stomach issues, they might trigger your anxiety. This is due to the gut-brain axis, where anxiety can cause stomach pain, and stomach pain can, in turn, trigger anxiety.

7.You might need medication if things become unmanageable. Low doses of SSRIs can be helpful in reducing the intensity of intrusive thoughts.

8.Find a therapist who specializes in anxiety  This can be a crucial step that can profoundly impact your journey toward well-being. These professionals possess the necessary knowledge and expertise to make your path easier and more manageable.

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Remember anxiety can be challenging, but with the right knowledge, education, and professional support, improvement is not just possible but also highly achievable.