The Root of my Anxiety

Webb · Post by **Webb** » Tue Jan 06, 2009 2:34 am

Well after going thru the program I can say that I am shocked to find how much of a negative thinker I can be. My whole life I have prided myself on helping others to see the glass half full rather than half empty. Now I can see that my biggest problem was not putting myself down, degrading my abilities, or feeling worthless. I would simply focus on the worst possible outcomes to any challenge that I had to face.

Now for the message I want to send. The first time thru I did not put much effort into session three because I did not feel it applied to me. I have sense went refocused my efforts to this skill and found it to be the most beeficial. Positive thinking has worked when nothing else would.

And remember: "My Grace is Sufficient" I have found this to be true.

Craw · Post by **Craw** » Tue Jan 06, 2009 7:26 am

Actually, Session 3 is the key to the whole thing!
How you talk to yourself is how your brain will react.
It sounds too simple but this old saying really sums it up:

"Watch your mouth, your brain is listening"

I highly suggest reading the book "What to say when you talk to yourself" for anyone that needs a detailed understanding of what this is all about.
God Bless and Peace be with you.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue Jan 06, 2009 7:42 am

Very Cool, Webb and Don. I'm still waiting for my CDs to arrive, but it's helpful to read about your ah-ha's. I have described my own situation having changed with ZoLoft, from negative chatter, to a toggle switch thrown to "no" or "go away" and I veer away from whatever I was considering doing. Skipping to the "worst possible outcome" might be another variation of what I'm doing. Keep ah-ha-ing and keep sharing.