Worry Less, Live More
“Worry is a total waste of time; it doesn’t change anything. All it does
is steal your joy and keep you very busy doing nothing.”
I tend to be a “worryworm.” I worry 24/7 about things big and small—rising prices, dwindling finances, when the boys will come home, their careers, their life partners, the family’s health, and the list is never-ending. Worrying is like a second nature to many of us, but all it does is steal the joy out of our lives and give us sleepless nights.
I’ve been told a dozen times that worrying doesn’t
solve problems; it doesn’t change the outcome. Stressing over things you can’t
control or things that haven't happened yet is exhausting.
(I'm also addressing this post to myself.)
“When I asked him—Mr. Henry Ford- if he ever
worried, he replied: "No. I believe God is managing affairs and that He
doesn't need any advice from me. With God in charge, I believe that everything
will work out for the best in the end.
So what is there to worry about?”
― How to Stop Worrying and Start
Living: Time-Tested Methods for Conquering Worry
Why do we
worry?
Our worry stems from a sense of wanting to be prepared
for and be in control of what lies ahead. Worry is also a response to stress
and fear. While worry can sometimes push us to find solutions, excessive worry
can lead to distress and disenchantment. This negative trait will then dictate
our moods and decisions. Like any other habit, worry can be replaced by
intention and awareness.
How Does
Worry Affect Us?
Mental fog:
Excessive worry dulls the brain and obstructs our
ability to think and focus clearly.
Physical toll:
Too much worry takes a toll on our physical health. We
may begin to suffer from headaches and other issues.
Missed
Opportunities:
When worry controls us, we miss out on living in the
present.
Simple Shifts
That Help You Worry Less:
·
Focus
on what is, not what might be.
Only worry about what is happening
today because that may be all you can control.
·
Talk
it out
Confiding in a trusted friend can
make things better.
·
Move
Stretch, dance, walk. The exercise
releases the tension from your brain
·
Let
go of the perfection
Being a little messy is okay. When
you strive for perfection, you surely will get anxious and worried.
·
Practice
gratitude
When you’re aware of the blessings in
your life, you might feel anxious or worried.
When
you stop worrying…
When you let go of the weight of
worry, you create space for joy, creativity, and connection. You begin to live
life to its fullest. It’s easy to be a “worryworm,” but worrying won’t change
the outcome; living will.
What's that one worry that you are going to let go of and rediscover something that makes you happy?
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Worrying is a very easy trap we all fall into. I just keep saying: "Be careful, don't fall into it!" Shifting our mindset toward gratitude can be helpful. All those tips you have shared are quite good.
ReplyDeleteYou said it, worrying really creates lots of unwanted probems, adding to the worry! But to stop worrying is another worry! :)
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ReplyDeleteLovely post. I like to call myself sorted in a good way but my kids call me a perfectionist and an overthinker. So yes, I totally relate to this post and will surely try to follow the tips.
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