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Just maybe we will do just that in the coming months. :)
Here's to taking baby steps as we explore How Not To Worry
What You Should Know About Anxiety
- NIMH · Anxiety Disorders
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- Generalized anxiety disorder or GAD is characterized by excessive, ... People with symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder tend to always expect disaster ...
- Anxiety
- Severe anxiety can have a serious impact on daily life. Anxiety can be accompanied by a variety of physical symptoms. Most commonly, these symptoms are ...
- ScienceDaily: Anxiety News
- Information and current medical research on the causes of anxiety and panic attacks. Learn the symptoms and treatment options for anxiety attacks, ...
The Beauty of Life
The true way to live is to enjoy every moment as it passes, and surely it is in the everyday things around us that the beauty of life lies...Laura Ingalls Wilder
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Ways to Worry Less
- 10 Ways to Worry Less...
- ... and accomplish more. Now that is a list worth perusing!
- Worry Less in 3 Steps
- Now this list is geared towards kids. Sad to think that kids half to worry at all!
- How to Worry Less
- And this how-to is geared toward the man of the family. I think that I have covered pretty much everyone this morning.
Meditations for People Who (May) Worry Too Much
Meditations for People Who (May) Worry Too Much
Amazon Price: $11.86 (as of 07/10/2009)
I think that for my New Year's Resolution this year, I'm going to try to devote just a few minutes a day to meditating. For someone who can't sit still for more than a minute... it's incredibly difficult.
But maybe at this time next year, I will have mastered it. Here's hoping!
Where I Go When I Start to Worry
It's Been Documented
Did you know
1.anxiety
2.insomnia
3.depression
4.paranoia
5.headaches
And if all of the above aren't bad enough, they are now saying that worrying can even lead to cancer because worrying can affect the immune system.
We can pretty much worry ourselves to death and that's not stretching it by any means. If your immune system has been compromised, something as annoying as a plain cold can do pretty nasty work.
Source
Worry Free Day - Law of Attraction
Today is going to be a worry free day... lets see what that does to this law. I'm going to think relaxing thoughts and see if I can attract more of the same?
So What is a Worry Doll??
I did a bit of googling and I found that these little dolls originate in Guatamala and the little dolls do the worrying for us. Even children can use them... although I hate to think that a child has to worry about anything, but apparently the child talks to the doll, tells the doll what he is worried about and the doll takes over, doing the worrying for the child. That allows the child a good night's sleep.Here's to a world free of worry!
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Worry Beads
I have always heard of these "worry beads" or Komboloi, but I really didn't know where to find them. You can't very well, go into a mall and ask at the counter... but I do know where you can find them now... of all places... in an airport.If anyone is going to be doing a wee bit of worrying, that would be a good place and you will find strings and strings of them on display. They usually range from 16 to 20 beads and they are now quite fashionable to carry, which wasn't the case a few decades ago, especially with the younger ages, but that doesn't seem to be the case any more.
Here's to a day without worrying!
Worry Beads - Komboloi, Red with Silver
Treat Yourself...
... to an hour in the park when worrying begins to get you down. Just pick a bench and let the world go by. You don't have to do anything but sit and enjoy. People watching is a great passtime for worriers.Photo Credit: Amazon
Are you thinking the wrong thoughts??
Life is a mirror and will reflect back to the thinker what he thinks into it.
Ernest Holmes
How To Make Your Own Worry Dolls
- Making Your Own
- A good bit of info here explaining how long it takes for these dolls to actually work!
- Toothpick People
- Another variation using 4 toothpicks and some embroidery thread.
- The Worry Doll
- Simple instructions created as a scout craft.
- An Angel Worry Doll
- This little doll starts out as a flat clothes pin and then gets prettier. :)
- Newspaper Worry Dolls
- That's right... these little dolls are made of newspaper strips to build up the doll, allowed to dry and then painted.
Today's Laugh
Worrying Prevents Happiness
One of the easiest ways to keep worry out of your day is to keep busy. Make a list of things you like to do... really. If your list is long enough, there will always be something on it that will appeal to you. Shoot for an ongoing list that you add to on a daily basis. Believe it or not, it really works.
I also have another lens to tell you about. It's called How To Be Content" and I hope that can help create more BLISS MOMENTS. :)
Don't Worry...
My Twitter is Worry Free
- shoppingdiva
- aka Shirley Bragg
- 456 followers
- 342 following
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- A mug that does the stirring for you! http://ping.fm/dR3MX
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- Went hiking today around a lake with darling daughter... now I want a cottage and a cook!
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- Looking for wedding favors?? http://ping.fm/vC40Z
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- Beach Walk for a summer morning http://ping.fm/sqwcd
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- When was the last time?? http://bit.ly/spPzJ
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- How Thomas Kinkade Thinks... http://bit.ly/LJVr7
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- What am I going to do today. Hubby says to stop thinking for once! http://bit.ly/19vcAn
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- A dinner for the best friend... http://bit.ly/5zbAl
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- Checking out... "Kate Bush" ( http://bit.ly/EtXQK )
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- This looks soooo good! http://bit.ly/A8Ua1
People Just Can't Help Themselves!
- Worry | Venting Secrets & Confessions
- Worry, from Secret Venting Confessions in the world's largest anonymous secrets confessional.
- Don't Worry Till Dr. B Says Worry « Dr. Tom Bibey's Weblog
- We have a saying at the office: ?Don't worry till Dr B. says worry.? And the truth is I worry a lot but prepare more. One you've done all you can that is all you can do. And in the case of little Possum's open heart surgery, ...
- CBC with LaTara: What Would I Do If I Didn’t Have To Worry?
- If you could do anything in the world without having to worry, what would it be? Yikes! Answering that question made me worry. LOL! I had to really mull this one over, so I'm sorry it took me so long to respond. ...
- I Worry About Barack
- I worry about Barack Obama. It's not that I don't think his stimulus will eventually have some effect, but by the time it kicks in we may have already weathered this particular recession. And what then will we have to show for the huge ...
Today's Thoughts on Worrying
Drag your thoughts away from your troubles... by the ears, by the heels, or any other way you can manage it.Mark Twain
(Because if you aren't thinking about your troubles, you can't worry about them. It's a fact... you can only think about one thing at a time.)
Worrying is like a rocking chair, it gives you something to do, but it gets you nowhere.
Glenn Turner
(That rocking chair should only be used to sit on a porch and watch the world go by. It should be somewhere you go every day to unwind.)
Have Someone To Talk To
My Mom is visiting this week and you have no idea just how nice it is to talk to your Mom when things are bothering you. I don't think that there is anyone quite like your Mom to put everything into perspective!
Trust me...
This week's poll
Don't Assume Anything
Chances are that you might get it wrong. This is especially the case when you move into a new neighbourhood. You automatically assume that you aren't going to fit in. Friendships have all been made and there will be no room for you. Sound familar?? Why worry about something that hasn't happened yet?
Happiness Now
Happiness Now! 8-CD Set: Timeless Wisdom for Feeling Good FAST
Amazon Price: $29.16 (as of 07/10/2009)
I have the book and the CD and each time I listen to it, I come away a little happier with my life. Tons of strategies to help you get a handle on your worry!
Are You STILL Worrying??
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A Worrier's Worst Bad Habit
Don't jump to conclusions! Sounds too simple doesn't it, but people who worry ALWAYS jump to the worst possible conclusion.
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"Worry never robs tomorrow of its sorrow, it only saps today of its joy.
Leo Buscaglia"
Vote For Your Favorite
What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety (What to Do Guides for Kids) by Dawn Huebner
Guides children and parents through the cognitive- more...0 points
Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Powerful, Practical Solutions to Overcome Your Child's Fears, Worries, and Phobias by Tamar E. Chansky
Anxiety is the number one mental health problem fa more...0 points
What to Do When You're Scared and Worried: A Guide for Kids by James J. Crist
From a fear of spiders to panic attacks, kids have more...0 points
When My Worries Get Too Big! A Relaxation Book for Children Who Live with Anxiety by Kari Dunn Buron
This book is replacing "When My Autism Gets T more...0 points
How to Stop Worrying and Start Living by Dale Carnegie
Learn how to break the worry habit -- Now and fore more...0 points
The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety: A Guide to Breaking Free from Anxiety, Phobias, and Worry Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by John P. Forsyth, Georg H. Eifert
Anxiety happens. It's not a choice. And attempts t more...0 points
Coping with Anxiety: 10 Simple Ways to Relieve Anxiety, Fear & Worry by Edmund J. Bourne, Lorna Garano
Anxiety affects 25 million people in the United St more...0 points
Running Scared: Fear, Worry & the God of Rest by Edward T. Welch
In his new release, Running Scared, Edward T. Welc more...0 points
Good Worry
Yes, there is such a thing as good worry. It's the kind of worry that sends you to dealership to have your car checked over on a regular basis! This kind of worry is called productive worry!
How to use your Worry Beads
Komboloi/Bigleri Lessons
Spyros demonstrates how to hold the world on a string.
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Am I the Only One Worrying Today??
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- TheMissofBlack
- Something to worry about @kateburge? http://tiny.cc/XuSxE
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- chinencentric
- @kamichannn thank you! It wouldn't sound serious but it's so abrupt one would worry. I wish him all the best.
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- TereenH
- @AKGovSarahPalin Gov Palin, I just have to tell you not to worry about anything Levi J. Says - it's obvious the kid is a pathetic wannabe.
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- coyotejohn
- @andrewbowlin Bob and Barack know you need carpeting badly. Now sing a chorus of "Don't worry be happy" :)
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- SICKWITITairg
- FAKENESS - GAYNESS - FLAKINESS - SOMETIMEY HOES - PART_TIME FRIENDS - USERS - THOSE THAT WORRY ABOUT APPEARANCES - ALL #unacceptable
Worry Beads to the Rescue
Apparently,the komboloi becomes a part of you, relaxes you, draws out your negative energy and replenishes it with strong positive energy. I can see how they could have a soothing effect. Keeps your hands busy and your mind occupied.Available at Efosjewelry
Any Words of Advice?
Oosquid wrote...
A great lens with a very important message. We all do worry too much, at least I do. It's a life long habit, if i wasn't worried . . . I'd be worried :0) 5 stars.
Posted March 15, 2009
qlcoach wrote...
Beautifully crafted lense. You know about the power of Squidoo! Too many people are suffering from panic and anxiety disorders. Thank you for sharing this lense. Please see how I am trying to help others too: http://www.squidoo.com/ebyway
Gary Eby, author and therapist
Posted August 02, 2008
thrivingmom wrote...
After visiting your lens again, I've lensrolled it to Feel Great Today, My Road to Self Improvement, and Facial Exercises. I've also joined your fan club so I can see your future squid casts. Thanks for the info.
Posted July 22, 2008
thrivingmom wrote...
After visiting your lens again, I've lensrolled it to Feel Great Today, My Road to Self Improvement, and Facial Exercises. I've also joined your fan club so I can see your future squid casts. Thanks for the info.
Posted July 22, 2008
thrivingmom wrote...
I enjoyed your lens. I lensrolled it on my site The Secret is Out.
Posted July 03, 2008
Listen to the Ocean
I have this series of Cds that feature nature sounds. If I can slow myself down enough to get in a few minutes of meditation, I will put on the cd and listen to the waves. It's amazingly relaxing and as the waves are drawn back out, my stress goes out with it. All is right with the world.
The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook (New Harbinger Self-Help Workbook)
The Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook (New Harbinger Self-Help Workbook)
Amazon Price: $14.93 (as of 07/10/2009)
I love the workbook style. Simply reading about the topic will only go so far... you have to get right into the "meat" of the subject!
Something to Think About
Dale Carnegie - How to stop worrying and start living
When reading this book I was writing down some of the quotes Carnegie presented. I decided to make this video which is a montage of some of those key quotes from the book.
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