And due to that fact to anxiety, the brain succumbs in analysis, paralysis. The mind swirls endlessly, attempting to protect. Yet pain occurs inevitably. It's as if your mind unintentionally hurts you well before the situation even ensues. So would you rather chance a new hurt or experience the pain you choose? The question at hand is how to end the cycle of abuse. The answer is unclear, because how it stands, you will always lose