All of us have some experience, of how and what anxiety feels like – e.g. our heart beat increases before a big event, we get butterflies in our stomach at exam time, we worry and get upset over family problems, we are concerned about our performance and looks at special occasions, or we feel nervous at the time of asking the boss for a raise etc., etc. We are anxious just about anything. Actually, these are natural reactions related to our concerns about future.
It is a fact, that anxiety is an inevitable part of our life. There are many everyday situations, in which it is appropriate and reasonable to react with some anxiety. In fact, if we don’t feel any anxiety in response to some everyday challenges - involving potential loss …show more content…
They are least motivating or productive. They sap our emotional energy, send our anxiety levels soaring, and interfere with our day to day life - all without any positive outcome! The good and encouraging point is, that chronic worrying is just another mental habit - which we can also learn to break - like any other acquired habit.
An individual is largely responsible for how he/ she feels What we say to ourselves, in response to any particular situation, mainly determines our mood and feelings. This realisation is quite empowering, once we accept it as an important key to live a happier, more effective, meaningful and anxiety-free life.
Life need not be a struggle always – it could be full & pleasurable, with time for some fun, relaxation, and finally an adventure. Life can be converted from helplessness to hopefulness through Learned Optimism.
Who would not like to wake up every morning feeling completely calm and relaxed? We all crave for spending more quality time with our family, friends and loved ones, without our anxiety affecting our happiness. However, if anxiety is our major concern, we must remember that managing it is not a simple task - it is definitely a difficult inner journey that takes time, commitment and effort. Looking for any shortcuts, will only stray us from the path towards true self-management of