Tag: Worrying

There are five hindrances, according to Buddhist philosophy, that block wisdom. Each influences happiness and fosters suffering. You will reduce your karma and increase contentment if you purge or curtail them. We often become more sage-like when we examine our lives, particularly our though...

I am a worrier. Although I’m far less anxious than I used to be, I still sometimes get caught up in a worry loop. When I do, it’s usually because I’m worried about the people I love. Like now, I’m worried about my sister. A recent retreat she attended peeled the scab ...

Worry prevents you from enjoying the present. It causes fear and traps you in a state of inaction. I suffered from it a lot. It started as a teenager. I would lie awake at night, worrying about friendships, grades, and my looks. Later, other worries were added to the list. Often, my worryin...