Hi Tina (and I think this post may help Anita and Inky, too)

I have read a lot of self-help books, but one of the ones that helped me the most was “Slowing Down to the Speed of Life.” The authors claimed that a lot of times people approach their problems like you do, Tina: analytically, methodically, trying to see all the possible angles. But that’s actually the exact opposite of what a person should do. Instead, when you are stuck on a problem, try to find your “flow state” where you are not thinking or worrying and just doing. It’s a soft, balanced focus. The secret is sort of stepping back and just watching your thoughts go by WITHOUT responding to them. That just gives them power and strengthens them. Just notice. Then let go. Don’t get caught up in “thought storms”. The longer you are in your flow state, the longer the universe has to develop the solutions to your problems.

Next time you feel that fear, do something you love. Create something beautiful. In my experience beauty is a powerful antidote to worry and fear.