A little bit of anxiety is normal and natural (and healthy!) Too much can be a problem -- even crippling at times. For those who lean toward "over-anxious", I hope this article helps even a little bit.
If you're anything like me, just being informed and aware of what's happening is often enough to reduce anxiety and de-escalate a situation.
When I can put a little distance between me and my anxiety, I can treat my anxiety more calmly, thank it for overachieving in trying to protect me, and ask myself what set it off. There is great benefit in adopting this intellectual and psychological shift, from seeing anxiety as an enemy to be exterminated to seeing it as an overeager friend who’s trying so very hard to help. You’ll start from a place of collaboration and, on a good day, maybe even gratitude.
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