Need some advice. How do you stop fixating on things?

[lkjh124]

Hi everyone, I'm new here and just need some advice.

I moved to a new apartment about a month ago. Since then my car has been parked in front of my building in an unreserved spot. parking is first come first serve so I was happy to have my car parked where I could see it. I've been working from home so my car hasn't moved in a few weeks. I had to go out today to run some errands and noticed that someone wrote "move" in the dust on my back window.

This honestly isn't even a big deal, I get that I maybe should have moved my car. And it's all a moot point because I'm starting a new job so my car will be moving anyway...but I can't seem to stop worrying over it. I was so nervous while running errands and I haven't been able to do much since I got home because I'm so focused on it. I'm trying to focus on housework but I can't help but feel like I've caused a problem.

[kenster1]

hi I wouldn`t worry about it its your right to park at the nearest available space maybe because your new and not familiar seeing you near the car.if it was me I would be writing no I live here underneath.

[Perriex]

I agree with Kenster. You did nothing wrong. Heck with them. However! I completely understand you stressing about this -- I probably would too!

I think it's like anything else that we feel anxious about -- we need to redirect ourselves. This is easier said than done, but it is worth a try.

For me, my anxiety gets better when I work to switch up my focus -- so I don't lapse back into stinkin' thinkin'.

Can you listen to music or podcasts when you start worrying about the car issue? Or do some stretching/deep breathing?

I, too, can get fixated on smaller issues. It can be every bit as maddening.

♡