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The word "worry" comes from an Old English term that means “strangle” or “choke.” That is what worry does. It chokes us. Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow; it empties today of its strength.

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ChicagoGirl1961

I agree.

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Agora1

Did not know that either. Today has been a day

of learning on the forum.

Thanks TriggerPoint :) xx

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