Does anyone else like this?

[fedupandfifty]

I am a constant worrier. I just can't help it. I don't worry about stuff like getting ill and dying, or the world ending. I worry about normal, everyday things. I have very little self-esteem, and constantly feel inferior. I worry about whether the house is messy, spelling, punctuality, appearance, dd's friendships, my relatives' well-being. I feel I am to blame for everything. Work is the worst source of worry- I feel like I am a fraud and employed under false pretences. I cannot forget about work in my spare time and I can't relax.

I've accepted my state of mind as a personality trait.

As a New Year's Resolution I have decided to worry less. But how? I already do mindfulness, yoga and try to get as much exercise as possible.

Anyone like to share experiences and some possible solutions?

Thanks all.

Fedupandfifty, sorry I have no ideas, but I'm watching with interest. I too worry about everything and anything and can't sleep for worrying about work.

I hope someone is able to offer advice. Maybe CBT might help or a little counselling?

What sort of yoga do you do? I haven't done any for years, but think it might help.

I would suggest seeing ur gp and seeing if cbt is an option if the worry is taking over ur life. I'm a natural born worrier and I'll worry if there's nothing to worry about however I also have ocd so I have rituals to "keep safe" and they have now got a bit out of hand so I'm waiting for some cbt iv been told it's hard work but is effective as it breaks ur negative thought cycles

One little tip I use all the time when I'm in a panic about something (normally v trivial) is to sing. Any song that u like but it makes the other side of ur brain work and eases the anxiety :)