Struggling to get your anxiety community talking? Finding the right questions can be tough when you want everyone to feel seen and safe. These ready-to-use community question templates spark meaningful conversations and help members connect over shared experiences.
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Community question posts tap into members' curiosity and lived experience, making it easier for them to participate with honesty and empathy. When people see thoughtful, open-ended questions, they feel invited to share their perspectives without fear of judgment. This approach normalizes discussion around anxiety, helping members realize they are not alone.
Using a mix of question styles—personal, hypothetical, and experience-based—creates space for both deep reflection and lighter conversations. Thoughtful prompts also encourage lurkers and less active members to engage, gradually building trust and strengthening the sense of community.
What is one small thing that helps you feel calmer when anxiety hits?
💡 Example: "When I feel anxious, taking a walk helps me. What is one small thing that helps you feel calmer when anxiety hits?"
Have you ever tried journaling for anxiety? How did it work for you?
💡 Example: "Have you ever tried journaling for anxiety? How did it work for you?"
If your anxiety was a weather forecast today, what would it be and why?
💡 Example: "If your anxiety was a weather forecast today, what would it be and why? Mine would be partly cloudy."
What is one myth about anxiety you wish more people understood?
💡 Example: "What is one myth about anxiety you wish more people understood? I wish people knew it's not just worrying."
When does your anxiety tend to show up the most?
💡 Example: "When does your anxiety tend to show up the most? Mornings are hardest for me."
Share a song or playlist that helps you when you feel anxious.
💡 Example: "Share a song or playlist that helps you when you feel anxious. I love listening to nature sounds."
Have you noticed any foods or drinks that affect your anxiety levels?
💡 Example: "Have you noticed any foods or drinks that affect your anxiety levels? Coffee makes mine worse."
What would you say to your younger self about living with anxiety?
💡 Example: "What would you say to your younger self about living with anxiety? I would say you are not alone."
How do you know when you need to ask for support?
💡 Example: "How do you know when you need to ask for support? For me, it's when I start withdrawing."
Do you have a favorite quote or mantra for anxious moments?
💡 Example: "Do you have a favorite quote or mantra for anxious moments? I use 'This too shall pass.'"
What does a 'good day' look like for you when dealing with anxiety?
💡 Example: "What does a 'good day' look like for you when dealing with anxiety? For me, it's feeling steady."
Is there a small victory you achieved recently despite anxiety?
💡 Example: "Is there a small victory you achieved recently despite anxiety? I made a phone call I've been avoiding."
How do you handle anxious thoughts at night?
💡 Example: "How do you handle anxious thoughts at night? I use breathing exercises."
What is one thing you wish others knew about living with anxiety?
💡 Example: "What is one thing you wish others knew about living with anxiety? It's not always visible."
Have you ever found an unexpected source of comfort during anxious times?
💡 Example: "Have you ever found an unexpected source of comfort during anxious times? My pet helps a lot."
How do you explain anxiety to someone who has never experienced it?
💡 Example: "How do you explain anxiety to someone who has never experienced it? I compare it to a constant alarm."
Is there an activity or hobby that helps distract you from anxious thoughts?
💡 Example: "Is there an activity or hobby that helps distract you from anxious thoughts? I like painting."
What is the most common trigger for your anxiety?
💡 Example: "What is the most common trigger for your anxiety? Social situations are mine."
If you could design a perfect safe space, what would it include?
💡 Example: "If you could design a perfect safe space, what would it include? Mine would have lots of plants."
Do you prefer talking about your anxiety or writing about it? Why?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer talking about your anxiety or writing about it? Why? Writing feels safer for me."
How has your relationship with anxiety changed over time?
💡 Example: "How has your relationship with anxiety changed over time? I have learned to be kinder to myself."
What advice would you give someone facing anxiety for the first time?
💡 Example: "What advice would you give someone facing anxiety for the first time? Be patient with yourself."
Is there a book, podcast, or movie that helped you understand anxiety better?
💡 Example: "Is there a book, podcast, or movie that helped you understand anxiety better? I liked 'First We Make the Beast Beautiful.'"
Does social media impact your anxiety? How do you manage it?
💡 Example: "Does social media impact your anxiety? How do you manage it? I take regular breaks."
What is one thing you do for self-care during anxious times?
💡 Example: "What is one thing you do for self-care during anxious times? I take a hot shower."
How do you celebrate progress, no matter how small, with your anxiety?
💡 Example: "How do you celebrate progress, no matter how small, with your anxiety? I treat myself to a nice coffee."
Have you ever surprised yourself by handling anxiety better than you expected?
💡 Example: "Have you ever surprised yourself by handling anxiety better than you expected? I kept calm during a big meeting."
What is one thing you wish you could tell your friends or family about your anxiety?
💡 Example: "What is one thing you wish you could tell your friends or family about your anxiety? It's not something I can just 'get over.'"
Do you find routines help or hurt your anxiety? Why?
💡 Example: "Do you find routines help or hurt your anxiety? Why? Routines help me feel more in control."
Describe a time when you overcame an anxious challenge.
💡 Example: "Describe a time when you overcame an anxious challenge. I went to a party alone and had a good time."
If you could invent a gadget to help with anxiety, what would it do?
💡 Example: "If you could invent a gadget to help with anxiety, what would it do? Mine would calm my heart rate instantly."
Is there a phrase or word that triggers your anxiety?
💡 Example: "Is there a phrase or word that triggers your anxiety? 'Calm down' sets me off."
Do you notice anxiety more in your body or your thoughts?
💡 Example: "Do you notice anxiety more in your body or your thoughts? For me, it's in my chest."
What is a common misconception about anxiety you have encountered?
💡 Example: "What is a common misconception about anxiety you have encountered? That it's just nervousness."
If you could give your anxiety a name or character, what would it be?
💡 Example: "If you could give your anxiety a name or character, what would it be? Mine is 'Buzz.'"
Do you prefer to be alone or with others when feeling anxious?
💡 Example: "Do you prefer to be alone or with others when feeling anxious? Alone, usually."
What is one thing you have learned from others in this community about anxiety?
💡 Example: "What is one thing you have learned from others in this community about anxiety? That I am not alone."
How do you remind yourself to be gentle with yourself during anxious times?
💡 Example: "How do you remind yourself to be gentle with yourself during anxious times? I write notes to myself."
Has therapy or counseling changed your approach to anxiety?
💡 Example: "Has therapy or counseling changed your approach to anxiety? Yes, it taught me new coping skills."
If you could send one message to someone struggling with anxiety right now, what would it be?
💡 Example: "If you could send one message to someone struggling with anxiety right now, what would it be? You are not alone."
What is your go-to grounding technique when anxiety spikes?
💡 Example: "What is your go-to grounding technique when anxiety spikes? I use the 5-4-3-2-1 method."
Choose a template that fits your current theme, weekly topic, or content pillar. Post it as a standalone question or as part of a themed thread. Personalize with your own context or a short anecdote to set the tone. Encourage responses by liking, replying, or summarizing key takeaways after the discussion. Rotate styles and topics regularly to keep conversations fresh and inclusive.
For all platforms, schedule question posts during peak activity times and use simple formatting for clarity. Pair questions with relatable images or emojis to boost visibility, and pin or highlight popular threads to encourage ongoing participation.
Aim for 1-3 times per week, adjusting based on member activity and response levels.
Try tagging active members, sharing your own answer first, or adjusting the question style to be more open or relatable.
Yes, they are designed to be safe and inclusive for any anxiety-focused group, public or private.
Use approachable, low-pressure questions and validate all responses. Share your own answer to break the ice.
Absolutely. Feel free to personalize the language or add context that fits your group's style and guidelines.
Yes, monitor for safety and support, and step in if any advice is unsafe or if conversations become unsupportive.
Reference relevant events or awareness days, or ask how recent news has affected members' anxiety levels.