Okay, first a reality check. You are NOT anxious over nothing. Most everything you mention deserves some attention, but it is just.not possible to give everything the attention it deserves. We are doing well if we can give attention to a dozen things in a day. As the Wailing Jennys say in their song "One Voice," "leave the rest behind, it'll turn to dust."
Just try to avoid guilt when there is nothing you can do about things over which you have no control. (like most things).
Darlin', Superwoman is not real; she's a fantasy.
Your fitbit is flat out lying to you. Sorry, but there is no other way to say it. Toss it out! Do not let that monster ruin one more second of your life.
Go cry on your Mother's shoulder. Or your sister's.
Sometimes, when I feel overwhelmed or sad or angry, I play my favorite rock music really loud and I dance or clean something.
Thank you. I’ll have to look up that quote from the Wailing Jenny’s - good music. I used to listen to really loud rock music, but it’s been a while. It tickled me to hear you’ve used that method of stress relief. The writing helps a lot more than I expect it to, but a road trip does sound like a nice idea. Peace be with you mom ❤️🌏❤️
This is so well written. It captures the spiral, the stepped up swirling of the worries, and how they build on each other and give birth to more. I felt your anxiety. You gave us images *and* feelings. In fact, it helped me to see my own. Yes, this is therapeutic, but it's also really good writing.
Whew! An old saying comes to mind. "When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on!" See the doc, those anxieties can then be laid to rest. The rest? Lay your burdens down, do what you want, you are deserving of serenity. My unsolicited advice well meant. Great writing by the way.
Okay, first a reality check. You are NOT anxious over nothing. Most everything you mention deserves some attention, but it is just.not possible to give everything the attention it deserves. We are doing well if we can give attention to a dozen things in a day. As the Wailing Jennys say in their song "One Voice," "leave the rest behind, it'll turn to dust."
Just try to avoid guilt when there is nothing you can do about things over which you have no control. (like most things).
Darlin', Superwoman is not real; she's a fantasy.
Your fitbit is flat out lying to you. Sorry, but there is no other way to say it. Toss it out! Do not let that monster ruin one more second of your life.
Go cry on your Mother's shoulder. Or your sister's.
Sometimes, when I feel overwhelmed or sad or angry, I play my favorite rock music really loud and I dance or clean something.
Maybe its time for a roadtrip.
Love you
Mom
Thank you. I’ll have to look up that quote from the Wailing Jenny’s - good music. I used to listen to really loud rock music, but it’s been a while. It tickled me to hear you’ve used that method of stress relief. The writing helps a lot more than I expect it to, but a road trip does sound like a nice idea. Peace be with you mom ❤️🌏❤️
This is so well written. It captures the spiral, the stepped up swirling of the worries, and how they build on each other and give birth to more. I felt your anxiety. You gave us images *and* feelings. In fact, it helped me to see my own. Yes, this is therapeutic, but it's also really good writing.
Thank you Steve! I appreciate the feedback and encouragement. Really - it means a lot to me. Blessings. 🕊️
Whew! An old saying comes to mind. "When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on!" See the doc, those anxieties can then be laid to rest. The rest? Lay your burdens down, do what you want, you are deserving of serenity. My unsolicited advice well meant. Great writing by the way.
Thank you my friend. I truly appreciate your advice and wisdom. ❤️