What you resist persists: as soon as you start going, 'I…
“What you resist persists: as soon as you start going, 'I mustn't feel anxious, I don't want this panic attack to happen,' you're not giving it any space to do its thing. You're trapping it, so it never leaves, and it's horrible - it's a cycle I get myself into all the time.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Avoiding anxiety by resisting it creates a feedback loop that intensifies the feeling and prevents release.
In simple terms: Resisting anxiety traps it, worsening the panic.
Key Takeaway
Allow anxiety space to pass without fighting it.
Themes
anxiety
acceptance
mental health
Mood
reflective
calm
insightful
Type
advice
psychological
mindful
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- public speaking
- high stress work
- personal crises
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
cognitive avoidance
emotional regulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you observe anxiety without judgment?
- What small action can you take to let it pass?
A Different Perspective
If you ignore the feeling, it may still dominate your behavior.