Instead, I have been employing relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and trying my best to stop worrying every time something negative triggers obsessive thoughts.
So how has it been going so far? So far so good!
Whenever I start to worry about something, I try to immediately change my thought process. I tell myself, “No, you can’t think like that. Everything’s going to be okay. And even if something bad happens, there’s not much you can do about it.” Then, I try to get my mind on other things. I read a book, watch a funny TV show or movie, call a friend, or shop.
There have been a few times when I couldn’t get pass my worrying, though. For example, one time I had to drive in the rain at night. This was something I could do all the time without worrying (it’s just a little rain, for goodness sake!). But now that I’m older, I realize all of the bad things that could happen while driving in the rain (i.e., car accident and...er...car accident). Now that I’m trying to change my perspective on many things, I know that driving in the rain at night can be just as dangerous as driving in the rain in the daytime or even without any rain, for that matter. So then why all of the extra worry?
Once you start changing your perspective, it can make such a difference! You begin living in the moment and enjoying life to the fullest. I have to admit, though, it takes a while to change your perspective; it doesn’t just happen overnight. You have to be patient with yourself and believe that you can overcome your worrying.
I know I can do it! And if you’re a worrywart like me, I know you can do it, too!
