Dealing with worrying
Do you worry a
lot? Everyone worries from time to time, for example about themselves, their studies, relationships, or emotions. That’s normal. But if it happens often, keeps you awake at night, affects your mood, or makes it hard to focus, it might help to look at your worrying more closely.
What is worrying?
Worrying means that the same thoughts keep going through your head, without finding a solution. Often, it leads to even more worrying. These thoughts can come at the worst times, like when you want to sleep or study.
Worrying can make you feel anxious, stressed, or afraid. It often comes from fear of losing control or fear of the unknown. You may think about the past (‘If only I had…’) or the future (‘What if…’), instead of living in the present moment.
What can you do?
You can help yourself by asking simple questions to make your thoughts clearer:
- How likely is this to happen?
- Can I do something about it?
- Do I need help with this?
- Who can I talk to about it?
These questions help you see which thoughts you can act on, and which ones you may need to let go. Even if you can’t change something, you can still think about how to deal with it differently.
