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Anxiety and excitement are two sides of the same coin. They're both energizing emotions often fueled by adrenaline. The difference is that anxiety focuses us on our worries, fears, and our past giving us energy to spiral, while excitement focuses us on our hopes, dreams, and our future (1/4)

Of course, neither anxiety nor excitement is purely good or purely bad. Anxiety can be protective in some situations, encouraging us to be more risk aware and deliberate in our decisions. However, too much can be paralyzing, preventing us from making decisions or acting on our plans (2/4)

Excitement can be incredibly motivating, filling us with joy and creativity. However, it's motivating powers can encourage us to take risks that we might not otherwise. Excitement can also hyperfocus us, causing us to lose sight of our routines or day-to-day responsibilities (3/4)