580. "Don't Worry" Is Terrible Advice

580. "Don't Worry" Is Terrible Advice

Author: Jody Moore August 28, 2026 Duration: 20:42

"Don't worry" sounds like good advice, but if you knew how to stop worrying, wouldn't you already do it?

 

Worry is something we all experience. We worry about our families, our finances, our health, the world, and all the things that might happen in the future. But telling yourself not to worry doesn't actually help. In this episode, I'm sharing why worry feels so necessary, why it's not the same as wisdom, and how to start getting more leverage over the thoughts creating worry in your life.

 

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DI9ww8eSbpo

 

Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://jodymoore.com/580

 

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