Have your friends told you to calm down? Has your family? Do you find yourself overthinking everything and maybe being over prepared? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you probably worry a lot. I'm one of those people, so you're not alone! Here are 12 signs you probably worry too much. Can you relate?
1. You make a Plan B and C when making initial plans
"What if something doesn't work out? We need a back up don't we?"
2. You always think of a worst case scenario
What could go wrong? How can it go wrong?
3. You cry a lot over minuscule things
It's okay to cry. Crying gets all of those pent up emotions out.
4. You over eat because you're so nervous
Food makes you feel better and eases the worry just a little.
5. Or you do the opposite and you forget to eat
"Did I eat dinner? Wait, I didn't eat lunch!"
6. You barely sleep and never feel well rested
2am...3am....4am....*Alarm goes off*
7. You have a hard time making your own decisions
You feel like you'll make the wrong one so you rely on getting second and third opinions.
8. You just can't seem to relax
Sitting down and watching TV only last so long because you have a million things running through your mind and you can't concentrate on what you're watching.
9. You get sick a lot
Your immune system becomes weakened when we stress often. Take care of your mind and not just your body.
10. You have a constant sense of guilt
"Maybe I shouldn't have done that" or "Maybe I shouldn't have said it that way".
11. You hear people tell you "Let it go" more and more
You just can't let things go. It's not that simple.
12. You tend to replay events or conversations in your head
This only makes things worse because you start to feel embarrassed or sad.
Look, it's okay to worry, but if it gets too much, talk to someone. People can help you! Whether it's professionally or just a family member, or friend, reach out to them! Worrying does more harm than good. Be in control of yourself and your mind!