When your mom parachutes the blanket when you’re a kid lying in bed, and it floats down over you and feels so peaceful.
Ah, the memories of childhood are often bittersweet. But there’s one thing that stands out in my mind – the feeling of security and peace that came with my mom’s gentle touch. When I was a kid, she would often parachute a blanket over me as I lay in bed, and it would float down, enveloping me in its softness. It was as if the world outside had melted away, and all that was left was the soothing warmth of the blanket and my mom’s loving presence.
As I’ve grown older, I’ve realized that this feeling of peace is something that I’ve been searching for my whole life. When your mom parachutes the blanket, you feel like everything is going to be okay. And that’s exactly what I needed to hear when I was struggling with anxiety.
Generalized anxiety – or maybe anyone with a pulse? – worries about their life decisions, the phrase felt like when your mom parachutes the blanket
Let’s face it – anxiety is a universal human experience. Whether you’re struggling with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, or just the everyday worries of life, it’s easy to feel like you’re not doing enough or that you’re making mistakes. But the truth is, everyone worries. Even the most confident and capable people among us have moments of doubt and uncertainty.
As someone who’s struggled with anxiety my whole life, I’ve had my fair share of bedtime spirals with a sweaty brow and racing heart. My beloved anti-anxiety medication has taken the edge off, but there are still times when the anxiety creeps back in. And that’s when I remind myself of something that my friend Freddie told me last fall – “Everything you do is good.”
Atomic Facts:
- I’ve had anxiety my whole life
- I’ve had enough bedtime spirals with a sweaty brow and racing heart
- My beloved anti-anxiety medication has taken the edge off
- Lots of people go through similar phases
- Minds can give you a real run for your money!
The Power of Perspective
When Freddie told me that everything I do is good, it was like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. It’s funny how a simple phrase can have such a profound impact on our perspective. But it’s true – everything we do is good, in its own way.
Think about it – when you’re a kid, you’re constantly learning and exploring the world around you. You’re making mistakes, but you’re also taking risks and trying new things. And that’s what makes life worth living. As adults, we often forget that it’s okay to make mistakes. We forget that it’s okay to not have all the answers.
The Beauty of Imperfection
One of the things that I love about life is its imperfection. There’s no such thing as a perfect decision or a perfect outcome. But that’s what makes life so beautiful – the unpredictability, the uncertainty, the constant evolution.
When you’re in the midst of anxiety, it’s easy to get caught up in the what-ifs and the maybes. But the truth is, there’s no such thing as a perfect outcome. There’s only the present moment, and all the possibilities that lie within it.
The Gift of Self-Compassion
So, how do we cultivate this sense of self-compassion? How do we remind ourselves that everything we do is good? For me, it starts with self-reflection. When I’m feeling anxious or overwhelmed, I take a step back and ask myself what I’m really afraid of.
What am I afraid of? Is it failure? Is it rejection? Is it not being good enough? Whatever it is, I try to confront it head-on. I remind myself that I’m doing the best I can, and that’s all anyone can ask for.
The Gift of Mindfulness
Mindfulness is another tool that’s helped me cultivate a sense of self-compassion. When I’m feeling anxious or overwhelmed, I try to focus on the present moment. I take a few deep breaths, and I remind myself that everything is okay.
I try to let go of the what-ifs and the maybes, and I focus on what I can control. I focus on the present moment, and all the possibilities that lie within it.
The Gift of Connection
Finally, I want to talk about the importance of connection. When we’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed, it’s easy to feel like we’re alone. But the truth is, we’re not alone. We’re all in this together.
When I’m feeling anxious or overwhelmed, I reach out to my loved ones. I talk to my friends, my family, and my partner. I remind myself that I’m not alone, and that there are people who care about me.
Conclusion
So, the next time you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed, I want you to remember something – everything you do is good. Whether it’s a decision, a mistake, or a risk, it’s all part of the journey.
And remember, you’re not alone. You’re part of a community of people who are all in this together. We’re all struggling, we’re all learning, and we’re all growing.
So, take a deep breath, and remember that everything you do is good. Sending love, my loves.
