
1120: Your Worsening Worry Wants Your Help to De-Stress by Ingrid Y. Helander on How Worrying Helps You
Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting
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The Power of Names in Stress and Worry
When we know some one's name, we initiate a relationship with that person. Ignoring, disowning and pushing away stress is an ineffective strategy. Contrary to popular belief, creating a name and relationship with the parts of you that are stressed out does not increase the worry. In fact, it calms anxiety and empowers you to be helpful. There is amazing power in being so attuned with your worries that when one thought or sensation begins to run wildly,. you can kindly call its name, offer some care, and take it home to rest.
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