Do Not Worry - It is Heightened Imagination in the Wrong Way

Worries can be difficult to let go of. They can sit on the floor of your heart and live there as unwelcome guests for weeks, months, and even years.

Worry, characterized by anxiety and concern, is seen as unproductive and wasteful. It does not bring about meaningful changes to the circumstances that cause it. Instead, it steals joy and satisfaction, leading to pointless thoughts and behaviours that don't shape life experiences.

Worry distracts from the present moment, preventing full engagement with opportunities and joys. Focusing on hypothetical scenarios and negative outcomes drains energy and limits growth, creativity, and fulfillment.

Furthermore, worry magnifies problems, distorting reality and creating feelings of helplessness. It hinders finding solutions and taking proactive steps. Instead of empowerment, worry fosters fear and inaction.

Recognizing the futility of worry is the first step to reclaiming peace of mind and adopting a positive, proactive mindset. Redirecting focus and energy towards constructive thoughts, actions, and problem-solving breaks free from worry's grip and cultivates resilience.

Life is too short to be consumed by worry. Embrace the present moment, trust in your abilities, and prioritize well-being and happiness. This leads to freedom and fulfillment.

In daily life, it's natural to be concerned about others' perceptions and opinions. Remember, self-understanding and decision-making are within our control. This self-awareness empowers confidence, authenticity, and staying true to values and aspirations.

Everyone experiences worry, a natural human reaction to life events. While normal in uncertain situations, excessive worrying harms well-being. I must admit that I have also experienced worry in the past. However, I learned that my worries did not help me. When I felt worried, engaging in the activity of dancing really helped me to alleviate my concerns and anxieties. It provided me with a sense of relief and allowed me to express myself creatively through movement, which in turn brought a sense of joy and tranquility to my mind and body.

I remember receiving a very bad email about 10 years ago. It contained really sad news that could not be ignored. Coincidentally, that same evening I had a dance class at the Canada Games Center in Whitehorse. Once I started teaching dance, I completely forgot about the email. I felt so joyful amidst the heartbreaking news I had received. It was amazing how dancing helped me forget about the devastating email and find my joy. At the same time, I felt grateful for dancing, which led me to this positive forgetfulness about such sad news. By the way, that email changed my life forever.

True joy may not solve your problems, but it can shift your approach in a positive way on how you handle your problems. So, even though joy and hope are not magic wands, they are very helpful in your navigation to find a solution.

I have also noticed one positive aspect of worry. It can actually push you to take action on something you may have been procrastinating for a long time. When your worries become an inspiration to do something, it can be considered good side of worries. For example, if you are concerned about the potential health risks of excessive drinking or smoking, and you take action to stop or reduce these habits, then that is very good side of worry. However, in many cases, worries can lead people down a path of depression, and those types of worries should be addressed and taken care of. Therefore, if your worry leads you to increase the addiction and you start to drink or smoke more, then your worry is clearly heightened imagination in the wrong way.

Nature acts as a stress reliever and helps extinguish worries. In addition to dancing, I have found solace in nature. I deliberately chose to live in a cabin in the Yukon wilderness to seek peace, joy, and fewer worries. After residing in the cabin surrounded by the Yukon wilderness for approximately 6 years, I have observed significant improvements in my mental health. A decade ago, my mental state was not favourable, so being close to nature has greatly assisted me in various ways. On that note, I would like you to watch a video I recently made in the snowy Yukon nature around my cabin. It was a joyful dance, which I believe will help alleviate your worries, especially when you watch it:

Worries can be difficult to let go of. They can sit on the floor of your heart and live there as unwelcome guests for weeks, months, and even years. So, to manage them, practice daily breathing exercises and gratitude. Aim to balance your worries by taking actionable steps towards progress and working towards building trust. These simple practices can help you lead a more fulfilling and peaceful life.

Lastly, find your own joy and share it with others, even with strangers!

Keep it up! 🧡🙏🏽

(If you can, share your thoughts on worries in the comments below)