We’ve all been in awkward situations where we wished we could just teleport ourselves out of it in a finger snap, no? But the worst of them all is when you really, really need to pee but there is no place to go for a quick leak. It could happen on a road trip or in your office when the restroom already has a full waiting list. Such times could put you in an awkward position, just thinking about how embarrassing it would be if you had a mishap.
Remember the saying out of sight, out of mind? This logic really works when it comes to holding pee in public and having a lot of liquids around. Even looking at liquids can remind you that you need to take a leak. You can try this for yourself by watching a waterfall video or just looking at water the next time you want to pee badly. Also, this is a no-brainer but avoid drinking liquids at such times.
You know how tough it gets when your body is shaking or experiencing sudden jerks. That’s because such movements trigger your bladder, thus making the situation worse. Try to maintain a comfortable position. Most of the times, sitting or standing with crossed legs can help you control the urge to pee. But if it doesn’t, try shifting your positions slowly to see what makes your bladder feel calmer.
The more you think about how badly you need to pee, the harder it can get for you to control. Instead, try and distract yourself by either reading a book, watching videos or just engaging in conversation. This will help your mind forget about your “bladder situation” for a while and help you relax a bit.
