Jonathan Libesman

How to Cope With Fear and Anxiety One of my students told me that when he discussed his anxieties with someone close to him, like his wife or a close friend, he found that the moment he started opening up to them, the anxiety decreased—even before he received any advice or support. Togetherness definitely decreases anxiety. There is a saying in the wisdom of Kabbalah that “a sorrow shared is a sorrow halved,” i.e. when we share a sensation, we divide it up, and in turn, it becomes more manageable. Since it is quite easy to see how sharing our experiences lessens our negative feelings, the question is why do we not use this ability more? Why is it so hard for us to share our fears and anxieties with others? ... #anxietyrelief #LifeHack #connection #SustainableFuture #sundayvibes