TFTD

So how can we stop worrying? We can take some clear steps.

First, we need to determine the root of our worry. If necessary, it may help to write down our problem.

Second, we should answer these questions: How likely is it that this problem will actually happen? How serious is the problem? How much control do we have over it?

Third, we need to make a plan. What could we do about the problem? What would this action solve? Sometimes the best thing we can do is let go.

Fourth, we should talk it all over with another person, someone who has faced worry and come through the other side.

When we take these steps, we usually learn one of two things; there is a smarter way to handle the problem, or there is nothing we can do about it.