Those of us who are chronic worriers are constantly bombarded with frustrating phrases such as the ever-dreaded "relax." Us anxiety-ridden people don't know how to relax. In fact, our anxiety is normal for us and the last thing we need is to "take a deep breath." Next time your friend is freaking out, here are 10 things NOT to say.

1. "You can't worry about what you can't change."

Really? Because I'm pretty sure I can (and probably will).

2. "Tomorrow you'll think about this and laugh."

Okay, but I'm not laughing now, soo...

3. "Worrying doesn't solve anything."

It doesn't? Okay, let me just shut this off then.

4. "Calm down."

Nah, I prefer to hyperventilate and cry.

5. "It's all in your head."

So now I'm a mental patient?

6. "Take a deep breath."

Because apparently that solves everything?

7. "Just relax."

Oh, I didn't think about that! Thanks so much for your insights!

8. "Tomorrow is a new day."

Cool, let me just reschedule this freak-out for another day.

9. "Stop thinking about it."

*turns off brain*

10. "Are you okay?"

What do you think?