I don’t really consider myself an anxious person. I don’t go around worrying about this or that. But sometimes I do experience burst of anxiety. It is defined as “a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.” I think there is also an anxiety that is imagined. I would describe it as anticipation of the worst. Having an emotional response to something that hasn’t even happened yet. I had this feeling today when I thought I might be in a situation where I would be subject to the cold outdoors for an extended period. I felt angry and defeated and victimized by the Abominable Winter Blues… and I wasn’t even in the situation. And may never be! Today’s advice is don’t let yourself have premature emotional responses. Don’t celebrate before the game is over. Don’t count your chickens before they hatch. And don’t get mad at people for something they haven’t done yet. Take it easy and let it be.
Sunrise 7:33
Sunset 6:07
Wake up temp 35