Even if you’re not usually an anxious person, it’s common to feel worry, doubt and even fear in times of uncertainty. However, excessive worrying can often drive a wedge between you and your loved ones.
Nicole Comforto, the writer of this week’s Modern Love essay, noticed that her husband’s bouts of panic became more frequent after their first child was born. Soon, her husband’s chronic worrying about keeping their family safe intensified. Although Ms. Comforto recognized that her husband’s fears stemmed from a deep desire to protect them, she started to wonder if they would eventually have to live separate lives.
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