Jan 26 2009
What to do when you are anxious
Through me time with GROW, I have learnt about the “4 Stabilizing Questions”. I have not only found these to be extremely helpful to me but have also seen them work well in the lives of hundreds of others.
These questions are asked when you are worried or stressed about something.
THE 4 STABILIZING QUESTIONS
1. WHAT EXACTLY ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT?
It’s amazing how things can seem out of control when they are swimming around in your head. Talk with a friend about what specifically you are worried about. Writing the problem down can also be very helpful. Properly clarifying this can definitely make the problem seem smaller.
2. HOW LIKELY IS IT? IS IT CERTAIN, PROBABLE OR ONLY POSSIBLE?
This question highlights that you should only invest time on those things that are certain or at least probable.
3. HOW IMPORTANT IS IT?
Don’t invest time and energy into things that are not important. GROW has another saying - “Be content to be discontent in many (minor) things”.
4.WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT IT?
Important problems start to shrink when you take action. Remember action is the enemy of depression and anxiety. Try this approach and let me know how you find it by responding to this blog.
Kind
Regards
