How to use it: The worry tree: decide what to do with a worry
Worry tree
Follow the questions to decide whether to act on a worry, plan for it, or let it go.
- Work through one worry at a time.
- Answer each question honestly, then follow the arrow.
Follow the tree
- What am I worrying about? — Write the worry in one sentence.
- Can I do something about it? — If not, it's a hypothetical worry: let it go and refocus on what you're doing.
- If yes, what could I do? — List your options.
- Can I do it now? — If yes, do it, then let the worry go. If not, plan when you will.
My action plan
What I'll do:
When I'll do it:
How I'll let the worry go until then:
This page is general self-help information, not a diagnosis. It is not a substitute for professional care. Free worksheet from Etappi.