It seems like there are so many things to worry about nowadays. We all do it, even though we know that worrying about a problem doesn’t solve the problem; it only serves to make it worse and stress us out. Do we have any worrywarts here at Abberly at West Ashley Apartments? If you’d like to learn how to cure some of those everyday fears, check out these tips, courtesy of Real Simple, on how to reduce your worries.
• If you worry excessively about your child’s health, make sure you have a pediatrician that you trust and feel comfortable talking with openly. If your child is having difficulty in school or with his peers, figure out if there is some way you can take action against this problem, and address it. For instance, if your child is struggling in math, think about getting him a tutor.
• If you’re worried about a natural disaster or the threat of terrorism, think about the likelihood of whatever you’re concerned about happening actually happening. Make sure to distinguish between facts and irrational fears. Cope with this fear by figuring out how you can prepare for one of these events, if they occur.