I just found this and had to share this beautiful sentiment for all who are in the challenge of dealing with their anxiety.
The reason that it resonates with me is because the softening can be created by people being in their Meditative Feeling. They can get to this space by finding a meditative practice that resonates with their strongest sense.
Many people try to meditate and either
Anxiety softens when we can create a space between ourselves and what we’re experiencing.
When you react in ways that aren’t mindful, they can gradually grow into habits that are detrimental to your health and well-being.
Consequently, these patterns of reactivity further your suffering or distress. This is why it’s so important to discern clearly the difference between reacting with unawareness and responding with mindfulness.
When you become aware of the present moment, you gain access to resources you may not have had before.
You may not be able to change a situation, but you can mindfully change your response to it.
You can choose a more constructive and productive way of dealing with stress rather than a counterproductive or even destructive way of dealing with it. - Anonymous