stop worrying so much

Still struggling with this one. It’s just part of my nature. I think I actually like having thing to “worry about”- fuss over—etc. Not healthy to take it to such extremes though. Need to learn to difference between fretting and true worry.

Worried about the cost of Halloween costumes. Now that’s ridiculous. Currently worrying about my husband doing well on his upcoming big exam. Not unexpected, but not helping the situation. Currently worrying about a truck repair bill that will need to be paid in the near future. I did, however, allow myself to not worry too much about money on my recent trip with the kids. A small, but important victory.

My hubby always says worrying doesn’t help anything. In fact, it means you have put lots of thought and energy into something that might not even happen. Well, logically this is correct, but I am pathological when it comes to worry. I have to do it. It is a biological requirement. I come from a long line of worriers and it is a well loved and celebrated tradition in my family. Again, this one is difficult to quantify as a specific goal. I will again try to keep notes here when I have victories and defeats in this area. I will also share any wisdom I learn along the way.