I can't control everything, so there is no need to try so hard.

Repeating this phrase to yourself can help ease anxiety in several ways:

• Acknowledges the limits of control: Recognizing that you can't control everything can be incredibly liberating. It allows you to accept that some things are outside of your power, and that's okay. This can help reduce feelings of overwhelm and anxiety that come from trying to micromanage every aspect of your life.
• Reduces perfectionism: The phrase "so there is no need to try so hard" can help you let go of the need for perfection. When you acknowledge that you can't control everything, you can also acknowledge that it's okay to make mistakes and that perfection is not a realistic or necessary goal.
• Encourages self-compassion: By acknowledging that you can't control everything, you're also acknowledging that you're human and that it's okay to not have all the answers. This can help you be kinder and more compassionate towards yourself, which can be a powerful anxiety-reducer.
• Fosters a sense of acceptance: Repeating this phrase can help you cultivate a sense of acceptance and surrender. When you accept that you can't control everything, you can begin to let go of the need to control and instead focus on what you can control – your own thoughts, feelings, and actions.

Remember, anxiety often thrives on the idea that we need to be in control of everything. By repeating this phrase, you can begin to challenge that idea and cultivate a more realistic and compassionate mindset.