Mary Bruce Starbuds
Hey, faithful readers: Let me tell you something real. I have suffered with panic attacks and anxiety for some time now. And in this world, constantly buzzing with uncertainty, I have realized that learning to live my life worry free right now isn’t a luxury—it’s a sanity strategy. I mean, how many times have you woken up after 8 hours of sleep with your brain spinning like a washing machine of stress? Well no more! I am bound and determined to kick this once and for all. I have been reading this book by a guy named Shawn Johnson, and I am convinced that I am on my way to freedom https://www.amazon.com/Attacking-Anxiety-Panicked-Depressed-Alive/dp/1400230691
So here is the game plan that I have been working on to handle anxiety. We’re talking practical, no-nonsense strategies that have been helping me kick worry to the curb and actually enjoy my life. I’m not here to preach some magical solution, just real talk about finding inner calm. Here is what I am learning. Do you have some specific strategies that you have learned? Please share.
1. Embrace Mindfulness
A Path To Live Life Worry Free
Being more mindful in my daily prayer and meditation. This is the cornerstone of living worry free. I am anchoring myself in the present moment. Focusing on those things that are important to me and my family. The benefits are:
– Reduce stress and anxiety: How do you do this? Do you have any suggestions?
– Improve mental clarity: No matter how much I try, without intention my thoughts are not always clear.
– Develop a more positive outlook: I am pretty positive anyway, but I can tend to get a little overwhelmed if I do not have enough sleep. https://www.mindful.org/meditation-101
Do any of you practice mindfulness or have ideas on better meditation practices? Let me know.
2. Develop a Resilient Mindset
I’m learning that I have to transform my thought patterns. This is crucial to living my life worry free. I’m learning to:
– Reframe any negative thoughts: I like doing this one, because I have been doing this since I was a child. I can step it up now though. 
– Build emotional strength: Here is the big one. I am an emotional being. God gave me lots of emotion. However, learning to control them when I need to will be key. Any suggestions?
– Practice self-compassion: This one comes easy for me, so I will do more of the same. Understanding Emotional Resilience/emotional-resilience/
3. Implement Stress Management Techniques To Live Life Worry Free
Stress management is key to a worry-free existence. Here is what I am trying:
– Regular exercise: I could surely do better at this.
– Deep breathing techniques: Does anyone do this well, I tend to do 3 or 4 then go back to regular breathing.
– Journaling:
4. Cultivate Positive Relationships
– Creating a strong support network
– Reducing isolation: This is never a good choice. Building a village can be a strength!
5. Practice Financial Mindfulness
Financial worry can be a significant source of stress. Take control by:
– Creating a realistic budget for the whole family. Bring the family into the process of budgeting. They don’t teach enough financial intelligence in high school. Make sure to do it at home.
– Building an emergency fund. I bought a book by Dave Ramsey which changed my life and the way I work with money. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b07vyQu_Vxc
– Setting clear financial goals
6. Prioritize Self-Care To live Life Worry Free
Self-care is fundamental to living worry free. Focus on:
– Quality sleep
– Nutritious diet
– Regular physical activity
7. Learn to Let Go
Releasing what you cannot control is crucial for a worry-free life. Techniques include:
– Meditation
– Cognitive reframing
– Acceptance practices
8. Set Realistic Goals
Goal-setting helps create a sense of purpose and reduces anxiety by:
– Providing clear direction
– Breaking large tasks into manageable steps
– Celebrating small victories
9. Develop a Gratitude Practice
Gratitude transforms perspective, I try to journal what I am grateful for and that has been helpful.
– Reducing negative thinking: No Stinkin Thinkin!
– Improving overall mental health
- Seek Professional Support When Needed
Living life worry free is a journey. My commitment is to implement these strategies, so I can gradually change my relationship with worry and embrace a more peaceful, purposeful existence.
In His Grip – Kathryn
