a blessing in disguise?
By mlgb_24
@mlgb_24 (638)
April 9, 2007 5:33pm CST
worry is typically defined in negative terms. however, some level is not only normal, but actually, is helpful.
it's very adaptive and helpful to be able to worry wisely. in fact, people with a complete absence of worry may seem calm, cool and collected. more likely, though, they're in denial. and can get into a lot of trouble by ignoring danger signals.
worry is nature's alarm system. it's sort of like blood pressure, you need some level to be alive and healthy. it's when the alarm goes off for no reason or the level stays too high for too long (toxic worry) - that problems arise.
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@flipper0 (93)
• United States
9 Apr 07
As a lifelong worrier, I can verify your statement that worry can be and often is very healthy. Connecting at a deep level with the moments of your day can only be beneficial. Sure, I admit that I've gone abit too far at times (3 in the morning) "connecting at a deep level" with what MAY happen in my son's life, or with impending bills, etc., but for the most part my predilection for worry (and for not burying my emotional responses) has kept me focused and healthy and happier that alot of folks I know who prefer to "act as if" and find themselves in a major toxic worry state, then try to climb out by self-medicating or simply denying their situation all together. I'm very interested to hear other folks' responses!
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