I think we are all guilty of trying to convince ourselves that we are okay with something that we're not. We tell ourselves as well as those around us that we aren't bothered by certain things or that we are flexible with our schedule in order not to have conflict with others. However, when we keep suppressing our true feelings, we can end up dealing with a lot of anxiety. This is why focusing on honesty can actually help with overcoming anxiety.
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Doing What's Manageable
When you're honest with yourself and those around you about your struggles, you can focus on doing the things that are manageable. With anxiety, for example, you may struggle with going to people's houses. If you try to hide that and do visit a friend in their home, you are likely to feel anxious the whole time which at the bare minimum will be distracting. By being honest, you can agree to find a place better suited for both of you and actually enjoy your time together rather than focusing on keeping up a pretence.
Having Genuine Relationships
Less Overthinking
Finding Solutions
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