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Is it good to keep an anxiety journal? It’s simply writing down your thoughts and feelings to understand them more clearly. And if you struggle with stress, depression, or anxiety, keeping a journal can be a great idea. It can help you gain control of your emotions and improve your mental health. Can journaling help […]

How does the WorryTree work? It systematically guides clients to distinguish whether they are experiencing real event or hypothetical event worry, and then to engage in problem-solving (real event worry) or distraction / worry postponement (hypothetical event worry). In the Worry Exploration Questions worksheet, clients are asked to consider their worry versus reality. Through a

Do worry journals work? It’s effective and here’s why: When you write down your worries you can relax knowing they won’t be forgotten. They are now on paper. Writing down all you’re concerns/problems/worries tells your brain that these worries are important and you won’t forget them. Studies have shown that the emotional release that comes

What does it mean to be anxious for nothing? Being anxious for nothing means trusting the plan, purpose, and sovereignty of God as His kingdom purposes are fulfilled in all manners of circumstance. It means recognizing that all circumstances can be used by God for His glory and praise (Philippians 4:6). Anxiety is Noncompliant with

Is it normal to have anxiety about nothing? Occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. Many people may worry about things such as health, money, or family problems. But people with GAD feel extremely worried or nervous more frequently about these and other things—even when there is little or no reason to worry about

What does Philippians 4 6 mean? Believers can speak directly with God, the maker of heaven and earth, who has all power and authority, who is in total control of the situation. Instead of anxiety, believers are to humbly and gratefully approach God with whatever is on their minds. Belief is what helps you overcome

What is a good prayer for anxiety? Loving God, please grant me peace of mind and calm my troubled heart. My soul is like a turbulent sea. I can’t seem to find my balance so I stumble and worry constantly. Give me the strength and clarity of mind to find my purpose and walk the

Why should we not be anxious for anything? When Paul says, “do not be anxious about anything” he’s referring to anxiety that overwhelms and consumes. Not a general worry or care. We know this because earlier in his letter Paul commends Timothy for being anxious over the welfare of his people (Philippians 2:20). Anxiety is

What do you write in a worry journal? Grab a pen and paper and write down everything you’re worried about, big and small. Set a 3-minute timer and make a list. The idea is you’ll run out of worries to write before the timer is up. Fill a page for each worry and get to

What is at the root of anxious feelings? Since anxiety is driven by our thoughts, the basis of getting to the “root” of anxiety is to learn to recognize the thoughts that lead to it. Note: Some anxiety feelings can feel very similar to physical body symptoms that result from lack of proper nutrition, dehydration,