Demons thrive in the dark.
We have anxiety when anticipate a negative outcome in the future, from our present circumstances.
As you have learned, our beliefs shape our expectations. But also, whether or not we are willing to FACE those conseaquence. IOW, we become anxious when we ask "What if?" ....and then proceed to not fully and reasonably answer those questions.
Because what we imagine is often far worse than what actually happens in real life.
In Reality. We will survive EVERYTHING that happens to use....except for ONE things. That one thing will kill us...and then our problems will be over. Which is why anxiety---while a common emotion----is an UNPRODUCTIVE one.
We can cope with whatever happens to us. But we can't cope with things that haven't happened yet. But we CAN make ourselves miserable and sick worrying about things that haven't happened.....and thigns that are likely beyond our ability to control anyway.
Whether is the practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.....or the meditation practices of Hinduism and Buddhism. Recognizing and questioning (dis-identifying with) those dysfunctional thought patterns and beliefs (many of which operate below the level of conscious awareness) are the key to peace of mind.
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It's incredibly important to be honest with yourself and to face your problems head on. It may not feel good to admit certain things about yourself, but how else can you change?