The Simple Phrase That Helps Me Calm My Anxious Thoughts

Want to hear a beautiful truth?

Just because a thought enters your brain doesn’t make it true.

I’m sure you know that logically, but do you ever remind yourself of that in the moment you might need to the most?

For the past few weeks, I’ve been reminding myself of that fact. Specifically, when anxious thoughts slither their way into my brain.

“That’s just anxiety.”

Three simple, yet effective words that have had a huge impact on my mental health lately.

Shining light on the reality of anxiety and its presence in real-time has really lessened the power that it has over me.

The more I say it, the more peace I feel. It’s like telling my mind, “Hey, I see you, but you don’t get to run the show today.”

If you struggle with anxious thoughts, try giving yourself that same reminder. You might be surprised how freeing it feels to call anxiety out for what it is – and choose truth instead.