Huffington Magazine Issue 53 | Page 74

STRESS Exit LESS HUFFINGTON 06.16.13 On Anxiety BY KATY HALL HEN THE CORNELL Legacy Project asked elderly Americans about their biggest regrets, an overwhelming number said that they wished they hadn’t wasted so much time worrying. People described years lost to all-consuming thoughts about outcomes beyond their control. Quieting the noise in the back of your head may require meditation, therapy or other life changes, but here are some knowing words about letting go of anxiety to make room for everything else. PHOTO OR ILLUSTRATION CREDIT TK KURT HUTTON/PICTURE POST/GETTY IMAGES W “Nobody realizes that some people expend tremendous energy merely to be normal.” – Albert Camus