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Worrying Quote by Erik Sabiston

“I had learned to take the good stuff in stride and worry about the bad stuff when it happened. Worrying about it beforehand was a recipe for migraines.” quote by Erik Sabiston
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““I had learned to take the good stuff in stride and worry about the bad stuff when it happened. Worrying about it beforehand was a recipe for migraines.””

Erik Sabiston

About This Quote

Source Book: Health and Wellness Guide, 2015

Accept good things, worry about bad only when they occur; pre-worry causes stress.

In simple terms: Accept good, worry later.

Key Takeaway

Practice present-focused coping.

Themes

stress mindfulness health

Mood

calm practical

Type

self-help inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily life
  • workplace
  • personal health

Key Concepts

cognitive behavioral resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you differentiate productive concern from harmful worry?
  • What habits reduce anticipatory stress?
A Different Perspective

Some anxiety can motivate preparation.

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