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What does it mean?
Worry does not prevent future sadness but steals current happiness.
In plain terms
Worrying takes joy from today without changing tomorrow.
What can you take from it?
Avoid worry to preserve present happiness.

Where it applies

  • stressful decisions
  • future planning
  • daily stress

Putting it to work

  • focus on today
  • practice mindfulness
  • reduce overthinking

Questions to consider

  • What worries you most?
  • How does worry affect your day?

Another view

Some worries signal real risks needing attention.

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