Why do I feel anxious about positive life changes like getting married or having a baby?

Feeling anxious about positive life changes is completely normal and doesn't mean you're making the wrong decision or that you don't want the change. Even positive transitions involve loss - loss of your single identity when you get married, loss of your child-free lifestyle when you have a baby, loss of familiar routines when you move to a dream job in a new city. Your brain is wired to be cautious about coping with change, even good coping with change, because change inherently involves uncertainty and the unknown. The Anxiety disorder often comes from anticipating all the ways your life will be different and wondering if you'll be able to handle the new responsibilities and challenges. You might worry about losing parts of yourself that you value, or about whether you're truly ready for this next phase of life. This anticipatory Anxiety disorder is your mind's way of trying to prepare for and control the future, but it can become overwhelming if you let it spiral. Acknowledge that it's normal to feel nervous about big changes while also being excited about them. Focus on the reasons you chose this change and the positive aspects you're looking forward to. Talk to others who have made similar transitions to normalize your experience and get practical advice. Remember that you don't have to have everything figured out before making the change - you'll learn and adapt as you go.