Is it normal to feel anxious about being happy?
Anxiety & Stress
Anxiety about happiness, called 'cherophobia,' often stems from fear that good feelings won't last or that you don't deserve joy.
Feeling anxious about being happy is more common than you might think and is sometimes called cherophobia. This can happen if you've experienced Psychological trauma, Major depressive disorder, or learned that good things don't last. You might worry that feeling happy will make disappointment more painful, or that you don't deserve good feelings. Some people also managing fear that expressing happiness will invite bad luck or judgment from others. Learning to tolerate positive emotions and challenging beliefs about deserving happiness can help you embrace joy more fully.