Really good take on Anxiety. I have learned that sometimes this alarm is false.. I am anxious because I don't trust something to simply be what it is. When I take a breath I realize that my anxiety isn't based on something real, it's an invention of my own fear of losing something or of something else I can't always name.
“If there is anything buried deep inside of me, unacknowledged anger, judgment, fear, or self-righteousness, anxiety will be the first sign that I’m avoiding it.” I’m going to remember this. So true, yet I’ve never thought of it that way. Thank you!
Caroline, this definition of anxiety has led me to a new understanding of myself. Can’t wait to share it with my therapist and friends. Thank you.
I’m so glad it resonated!
So grateful you’ve connected with this piece. Anxiety, like other challenges, while difficult, can also bring unexpected gifts.
Really good take on Anxiety. I have learned that sometimes this alarm is false.. I am anxious because I don't trust something to simply be what it is. When I take a breath I realize that my anxiety isn't based on something real, it's an invention of my own fear of losing something or of something else I can't always name.
“If there is anything buried deep inside of me, unacknowledged anger, judgment, fear, or self-righteousness, anxiety will be the first sign that I’m avoiding it.” I’m going to remember this. So true, yet I’ve never thought of it that way. Thank you!
So glad that this resonated with you in a meaningful way. Sometimes our anxiety is indeed a signal.
This is so wise ♥️. Lisa is one of the Substacks I never miss reading, I’m always challenged and encouraged.