Monday Musings: Comforting Quotes about Worry

I've always been a worrier. I started as a young child, and I haven't really stopped. The worries change, but there's often something in the back of my mind that has me concerned or on which I'm dwelling. I have learned to deal with it fairly well by distracting myself and staying away from a lot of social media, but there are also some solid quotes that help with perspective. A few of my favorites are here, just in case they help you too!

Worry does not empty tomorrow of its troubles, it empties today of its strength.

Worry often gives a small thing a big shadow.

Worry is interest paid on trouble before it comes due -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

Now, there are some legitimate reasons where concerns need to be front and center -- health and wellness, safety, and financial woes. However, the small worries that take away from the joys of life are the ones that might benefit from some proactive measures.