When I wake up in the morning worrying about the who, what,
where, when, and how’s of my day, it is difficult to find peace and focus. Worry can boost me to take action or
avoid risky behavior, but usually it is toxic to my nervous system and not all
that useful. It clouds my judgment and
blocks my spontaneity. It prevents me
from relaxing and enjoying the present moment, being with the people I am with and is a huge time waster. Since it seems to be a compulsive behavior
that shows up whenever I am preparing for something I’m not accustomed to
doing, I need to take active anti-worry action.
I will become aware of my breath and spend time consciously
relaxing my muscles and focusing on the present moment, releasing my anxiety
and opening my heart to whatever is bothering me. I will identify my worries and ascertain if
they are valid concerns. If they are, I
will make a concrete plan to resolve the conflict or ask for help. However, usually worry has to do with
circumstances beyond my control, ie, other’s choices or behaviors, apprehension
about the unknown, lack of confidence in my own adequacy, etc. So, I will reassure myself of my enough-ness
and whisper the Serenity Prayer. I can face this day with Serenity, Courage, and Wisdom.
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