When Coping Breaks
Recognizing when managing uncertainty stops restoring calm.
At some point, uncertainty stops being occasional and becomes constant. The bill stays in the background of attention, even when nothing new appears.
People often move between avoidance and worry. They put the bill aside, then return to it, without finding relief either way.
This page names the loop where effort no longer restores calm. Avoidance reduces immediate discomfort but doesn’t clear the question.
Worry brings the question forward without resolving it. Over time, the mental load outweighs the original change.
The effort spent thinking about the bill no longer leads back to ease. Attention is consumed without producing clarity.
This page does not define a breaking point or outcome. Its role is recognition only.
It reflects the moment when managing uncertainty stops working and becomes a source of ongoing strain.