Unfortunately, I discovered very young that negativity and worry can speed up the brain's processes. I have poor executive function and in primary school i couldnt cross roads, remember to bring things to school, would forget to do homework, and would miss the bus or not know whether it had come or not.
I discovered that blind panic could speed my mind up and get it working to a normal level.
I also learned that, as a previous poster says, it is far better to anticipate bad events than to go around, blithely assuming that things are going to be good and then suddenly you are set upon by bullies... ....taken to the principal's office because you inadvertantly said something offensive, or are suddenly ditched by all your friends and dont know why.
The world I grew up in was an unpredictable place which I had no control over.. being worried constantly was essential for survival.
Now as an adult, I cant stop worrying. what would help was if the world was any easier a place to live in. But, it isnt. I still have no control over a lot of things in my life, including finances, work, social situations, and i barely have a grip on everyday tasks.
_________________
"Caravan is the name of my history, and my life an extraordinary adventure."
~ Amin Maalouf
Taking a break.