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Anxiety Quote by Charlaine Harris

“Do you sometimes wish you could fast-forward a week? You know something bad's coming up, and you know you'll get through it, but the prospect just makes you feel sick. I worried for about thirty minutes, and though I knew there was no point in doing so, I could feel my anxiety twisting me up in a…” quote by Charlaine Harris
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“Do you sometimes wish you could fast-forward a week? You know something bad's coming up, and you know you'll get through it, but the prospect just makes you feel sick. I worried for about thirty minutes, and though I knew there was no point in doing so, I could feel my anxiety twisting me up in a knot. 'Bullshit,' I told myself stoutly. 'This is utter bullshit.”

Charlaine Harris

About This Quote

Source Novel: Dead Witch Walking, 2008

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, especially when anticipating negative events.

In simple terms: Worry can trap you in a painful loop.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge and release anxious thoughts.

Themes

anxiety anticipation mental health

Mood

tense reflective

Type

counseling psychological

When to use this quote

  • exam preparation
  • medical diagnosis
  • financial stress

Key Concepts

Cognitive distortion emotional regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your anxiety?
  • How can you ground yourself in the moment?
A Different Perspective

Anxiety may persist despite rational reassurance.

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