Some common behaviors people exhibit when they struggle with tolerating uncertainty are: ~ Excessive reassurance seeking from others or constantly asking questions ~ Checking and double-checking news outlets, social media or emails ~ Checking-in multiple times daily with friends or loved ones ~ Not allowing others to help out of fear it will not be done right unless they do it themselves ~ Avoiding and procrastinating tasks or situations that provoke anxiety or a sense of uncertain outcomes ~ Distraction or keeping oneself overly busy to avoidhaving to think about uncertainty ~ Engaging in unhealthy coping such as excessive drinking or risky behaviors