Draining Quote by Erin Kelly
““Waiting for something horrible to happen is almost more draining than it actually happening.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast "Mindful Moments", 2020
Describes anticipatory anxiety as more exhausting than the actual event, highlighting the mental toll of dread.
In simple terms: Worrying about bad things can be more draining than the things themselves.
Limit excessive worry.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- pre‑event anxiety
- health scares
- financial worries
- relationship doubts
- career uncertainty
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears are you amplifying?
- How can you reduce anticipatory stress?
May not apply when the event is genuinely harmful.