I couldn’t stop worrying
My therapist told me that anxiety is a bully and, like all bullies, it needs to be put in its place. To my relief, she knew exactly how to do it
TL;DR
- The author experienced severe anxiety due to work stress, a failed romance, and personal losses.
- Traditional coping strategies were ineffective during this difficult period.
- A therapist recommended implementing 'No Worry Time,' restricting worry to specific hours.
- Initially skeptical, the author gradually extended her no-worry periods.
- The strategy, combined with other therapeutic advice, helped her manage anxiety and regain optimism.
- The author learned that she could control her anxiety and not be held hostage by it.