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Step 1
Adapt a savasana breathing technique by doing several long, slow breaths. Close your eyes, inhale slowly, hold it, then slowly exhale. Allow yourself to forget all of your problems, even if it's only for a moment. Not only does this increase the amount of oxygen in your bloodstream, but it can improve your focus.
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Step 2
Decide which parts of your body exhibit the most anxiety. If your worries are making your back tight, employ poses that work those muscles.
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Step 3
Employ techniques that force blood to your head. A pose like "Headstand" does this effectively. Using slow, deliberate movements, roll your joints upward until your forehead is touching the ground and your bent elbows are touching the top of your head. This also serves as a stable base. If you need to, prop yourself against a wall for added stability and comfort.
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Step 4
Experiment to see which poses do the best job at relieving your anxiety. Everyone has different preferences, so you will need to figure out which ones best suit your body and interests. If your arms give you trouble, you won't relieve anxiety with arm-intensive poses, because you'll be focusing on the discomfort instead.
