Steven Bobb
Beloved of All
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Dealing with someone who is overly anxious, especially during a pandemic, can be challenging. Here are a few suggestions that might help:
1. **Set Boundaries**: Politely but firmly set boundaries about what is acceptable behavior in the car. Let her know that while you understand her concerns, you need to feel comfortable and respected as well.
2. **Reassure Her**: Before starting the journey, reassure her about the precautions you've taken. This might help reduce her anxiety and the need for lectures.
3. **Stay Calm**: Try to remain calm and composed during her lectures. Responding with frustration might escalate the situation.
4. **Suggest Alternatives**: If possible, suggest alternative ways for her to travel or meet that might make her feel safer.
5. **Seek Understanding**: Try to understand her fears and acknowledge them. Sometimes, feeling heard can reduce anxiety.
6. **Professional Help**: Encourage her to seek professional help if her anxiety is overwhelming. A therapist might be able to provide strategies to manage her fears.
Remember, it's important to take care of your own well-being while trying to support her.
1. **Set Boundaries**: Politely but firmly set boundaries about what is acceptable behavior in the car. Let her know that while you understand her concerns, you need to feel comfortable and respected as well.
2. **Reassure Her**: Before starting the journey, reassure her about the precautions you've taken. This might help reduce her anxiety and the need for lectures.
3. **Stay Calm**: Try to remain calm and composed during her lectures. Responding with frustration might escalate the situation.
4. **Suggest Alternatives**: If possible, suggest alternative ways for her to travel or meet that might make her feel safer.
5. **Seek Understanding**: Try to understand her fears and acknowledge them. Sometimes, feeling heard can reduce anxiety.
6. **Professional Help**: Encourage her to seek professional help if her anxiety is overwhelming. A therapist might be able to provide strategies to manage her fears.
Remember, it's important to take care of your own well-being while trying to support her.