Posted by ST on February 1, 2002, at 2:37:42
In reply to Re: Does worry serve any purpose?, posted by Shar on January 31, 2002, at 23:36:25
I used to worry constantly. Now that I'm on ADs I worry much much less. And I've come to the conclusion that for me, the excessive, obsessive worrying did nothing but make me more miserable. It never did any good or changed the outcome of things. Ever. So there you go!
Sarah
> Ditto what Dinah says.
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> I would add Ben Franklin's wisdom--all things in moderation.
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> It's not a good vs. bad thing in and of itself. Worry can be helpful, and is appropriate at times, but a steady diet can't be all that good.
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> Maybe you should substitute the word 'concern' for 'worry.' It doesn't have the same stigma, IMO.
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> Shar
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> > OK, a warning up front. My therapist says this is an example of my magical thinking.
> > Worry is essential. Not only does it keep you paying the bills and doing a good job at work, but it serves a higher purpose.
> > If you worry enough about something, you can keep it from happening. The fates like to sneak up on you when you aren't prepared. Ergo, if you stay vigilant and worry then nothing too bad will happen.
> > While I know for sure the above is not true, I am equally sure that it is.
> > But more seriously, worry is what keeps the world working smoothly. It's only when worry gets out of hand that it's a problem.
> > Just my warped opinion.
> > Dinah
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