I just wanted to post this to reach out to other anxiety sufferers because as someone who has always suffered from it, I have found this to work for me.
Everyday, especially on the ones that make me feel extremely nervous (just recently, training at a new job), I think of one thing that I know might go wrong.
For example, I knew I would make a mistake or two (or ten!) but it made me extremely nervous to think about it. Instead of exhausting myself and waiting for something to go wrong, I welcomed the possibility of a mistake and it made the experience a whole lot better for me.
Simple enough, but when you’re overcome with anxious thoughts, it’s hard to find that light that can make it a little easier.
It’s certainly not the cure for anxiety but it can help. I think it also helps knowing that you’re not the only one who is suffering. To all who are, give it a go. It may take some getting used to but welcoming the possible negatives instead of fearing them can make you feel less anxious and may help you learn quicker from your mistakes.
Take care.
