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exceptions) is that often times it is very wise of a person to enlist the help of another in discerning whether an experience worked or not. Sometimes, and this applies to everyone, it is not obvious if a certain experience was "good" or "bad." Look at an alcoholic who has stopped drinking, for example. His body begins to become physically uncomfortable because he has stopped drinking. This seems like a negative experience. However, those who have been through the process of recovery from alcoholism know that the unpleasant effects of withdrawal are only short-term. The long-term benefits of quitting drinking, such as improved familial relationships and reduced psychological stress, far outweigh the short-term ones. There are an infinite number of scenarios that can be used to demonstrate this point, but suffice it to say, it is always wise to seek counsel from a trusted friend or professional who can help a person to interpret personal experiences.

To sum things up, just keep this rule in mind. This rule does not advocate for selfishness and taking advantage of others, but rather it is a good way of helping one to assess whether the actions he or she took are ones that should be used again in the future. Keep working away at anxiety recovery, and eventually one will find what works for him or her!

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