Fear

"I just want Riley to be happy and safe."

"What if we get lost in this new city?"

"I can't help but think of the worst."

"Maybe staying home is the safest option."

"What if she doesn't make any friends?"

"Preparation prevents panic."

"I'm designed to protect her."

"What if people judge us?"

"Everything that can go wrong will go wrong."

"I worry so you don't have to."

"What if we get hurt?"

"The world is full of danger."

"What if this was a mistake?"

"I just need to think through all possibilities."

"What if she gets sick?"

"Maybe we should plan for every scenario."

"I'm always watching. Always ready."

"What if the worst happens?"

"I hate uncertainty."

"What if we're not prepared?"

"There's always a threat."

"What if she becomes sad again?"

"I need to anticipate problems."

"What if this new school is terrible?"

"Being afraid keeps you alive."

"What if something bad happens to her?"

"I can't stop thinking about disasters."

"What if we don't belong here?"

"Everything feels dangerous now."

"What if we made the wrong choice?"