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Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow; it only saps today of its strength. – A.J. Cronin

Worry is a feeling of uneasiness or a troubled, anxious, distressed and concerned mind, usually for something impending or anticipated. When we worry we torment ourselves with disturbing thoughts that force us to live through terrible things that never happen… it sure takes the fun out of life!

Many of us are in an endless state of concern and apprehension. It’s often a favourite pastime… perhaps even an addiction! We worry about everything … the weather, traffic, being on time; about what will happen to our children, our jobs, our health. Some even confuse worry with showing how much they care… but it demonstrates a lack of trust in the flow of life which diminishes self-confidence.

Why pre-worry? Why live through something that hasn’t happened and may never happen? Do you believe that by fretting you will be better prepared?

Worrying doesn’t lengthen our lives, but it may shorten it, and… it will certainly snuff out our pleasure and effectiveness. Charles Mayo, cofounder of the Mayo Clinic, observed how worry adversely affects our circulatory, endocrine and nervous systems. Mayo said he never knew anyone who died of overwork, but he knew many who died of worry.

Worry is thankless by nature. When you fill your mind with nervousness, anxiety and doubt you impair your ability to make good decisions; your God given inner voice of insight and understanding gets drowned out, debilitating your mind and body while robbing you of the good life and leaving you with unfulfillment.

I’ve noticed that those who agonize rarely see much to be thankful for. They talk about tragedy, failures, sickness and loss. They seem unable to focus on the good things they have, while tormenting themselves with disturbing thoughts that never come to be.

Every time worry and anxiety surface stop and refocus… reach out to find a way to guard your mind. Five steps to shield you from the call to worry are:

  1. Be aware of what your negative thoughts are
  2. Write down what you are afraid of happening and reflect on which of these potential happenings are real and which are imagined
  3. Search for clarification on what you can control and what you cannot
  4. Change what you can by replacing it with a positive thought, image or action and then…
  5. Live in the moment… don’t let worry creep in to rob your joy and peace of mind!

Need help to protect yourself from the impact of worry? Let’s talk… Call me at 647-268-0482.

Betty Franklin
Betty Franklin
Betty Franklin is a Mental Fitness & Wellbeing Expert. After a 30-year career working on the frontlines of healthcare, supporting and caring for people dealing with illness and disease, she transitioned her nursing career outside the institutional setting to help people stay healthy and live fuller, more vibrant lives. She does this through one-on-one coaching, delivering powerful seminars and her book called G.U.T.S. - Get Uncomfortable To Succeed, Embracing Health, Balance and Abundance. With a practical, well-rounded approach to mental and physical wellbeing, Betty's seminars and coaching program provide clients with clarity, direction and support to enhance their health and life. She simplifies what you need and want, how you can attain it, and helps you understand what's holding you back. People who work with Betty notice a clearer perspective emerging as they learn and grow, and as they stay accountable. Ultimately, they reach where they want to be faster, and with greater ease.