20 Phrases to Use When You Are Anxious
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Anxiety can often feel like a relentless storm, clouding your thoughts and overwhelming your sense of calm. It’s during these turbulent times that finding the right words can be akin to discovering a lifeline amidst the chaos.
To aid you in navigating these stormy waters, we’ve curated a list of 20 empowering phrases based on expert advice. These phrases are designed to validate your feelings, soothe your inner critic, fill you with encouragement, and help you respond proactively to anxiety. Here’s how you can incorporate them into your life to foster resilience, kindness, and self-compassion.
VALIDATE THE DIFFICULTY
“This is hard, and it’s okay that it’s hard for me.“ Acknowledge the challenge without judgment.
“I’m doing the best I can in this moment.“ Remind yourself of your effort and resilience.
“My feelings are valid and understandable.“ Affirm the legitimacy of your emotions.
“I am human, and having a difficult day is okay.“ Normalize the ups and downs of human experience.
“I give myself permission to feel this while being kind to myself.“ Embrace your feelings with compassion.
SOOTHE THE CRITICAL VOICE
“This is not my fault.“ Release unwarranted guilt and blame.
“It’s okay that I’m not perfect.“ Celebrate your humanity and imperfections.
“It’s okay to make mistakes.“ View errors as opportunities for growth.
“My challenges do not define my worth.“ Separate your worth from your struggles.
“May I be gentle with myself as I navigate this difficult season?“ Practice self-compassion and kindness.
FILL YOURSELF WITH ENCOURAGEMENT
“It’s a beautiful day to do hard things.“ Empower yourself to face challenges.
“I can tolerate this discomfort.“ Recognize your strength and resilience.
“This anxiety or discomfort will not hurt me.“ Acknowledge your capacity to withstand anxiety.
“Humans are innately resilient.“ Remind yourself of your inherent ability to overcome adversity.
“I am more than my worst days.“ Focus on the breadth of your life’s narrative.
GET CLEAR ON YOUR RESPONSE TO ANXIETY
“I REFUSE to lead a life based on fear.“ Commit to acting on your values.
“I choose to speak to myself with understanding and patience.“ Cultivate a compassionate inner dialogue.
“I have already chosen how I’m going to respond, and now I’m going to honor that decision.“ Preemptively decide on positive actions.
“I will treat myself with the same kindness that I offer others.“ Extend your empathy inward.
“I’m going to honor my journey and respect my own pace.“ Accept your unique path and timing.
BONUS PHRASE FOR CONTINUOUS SUPPORT
“We are just going to take one step at a time.“ Focus on the present moment to manage overwhelm.
These phrases, thoughtfully designed to address different facets of anxiety, are tools at your disposal. Use them to navigate through moments of anxiety, to remind yourself of your strength, and to cultivate a kinder relationship with yourself. Remember, it’s not about employing all of them at once but finding the ones that resonate most with you. Anxiety is a complex and deeply personal experience, and thus, your approach to managing it should be equally personalized. Let these phrases be your guide as you continue on your journey toward a more peaceful and empowered state of being.
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