Why are you taking this path?

You have chosen to work towards managing anxiety and the obvious reason is that you want to feel less anxious but surely there is more to it than that. Anxiety can become a barrier stopping us from living our life to the fullest. Chances are that your anxiety restricts your life in some way(s) and you want to be set free.

Write down your top 3 reasons for wanting to manage your anxiety. These are reasons that extend beyond getting rid of that uncomfortable sinking feeling.

For example:

So I can go on a long drive by myself

So I can be more confident in my job

So I can be a better parent

Save these reasons somewhere accessible and remember them when the going gets tough.

You will see this step from time to time, this is so you can get the chance to reflect on your reasons consistently. It is okay if your reasons change periodically, it is important that you continue to do this activity.