You learn to calm your anxiety, not by telling yourself everything will be fine but by knowing when things go wrong, it will be broadly survivable, and you notice there is always is a plan B, that the world is broad, that a few kind souls are always available. The most horrific things are, in the end, bearable.

⁣WHEN YOU ARE EMOTIONALLY MATURE

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You realize that most people's destructive behaviors stem from fear and anxiety rather than unkindness. You are less likely to take it personally.

You are not afraid of being vulnerable with your loved ones. You see it as a strength and not a weakness.

You learn to be confident not by realizing you're the best but by recognizing that everyone is just as anxious as you are.

If someone hurts you, you don't store it up and expect them to read your mind. You are more likely to communicate and express your feelings.

You are not afraid to own up to your mistakes and apologize. You don't let pride and ego take control of you.

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