Worrying for friends.

XSO, sometimes circumstances do not allow for such drastic life changes. As is the case in any change, some anxiety will take place. If a social relationship is strong, you can have anxiety over the events in a friend's life. It's a normal reaction, so don't be concerned if you're worrying too little or too much.

If the anxiety is causing you health problems (higher stress level, less appetite, etc) then you may be experiencing "too much". That is really the only kind of worry or anxiety that would be considered negative.

Also, XSO, you seem to use language that hints you may feel guilty about a lesser amount of worrying. Should that be the case, keep in mind that there's no clear criteria for how much more or how much less you should worry for a friend. Having any worry at all for your friend shows sympathy, even if you cannot act to help her.

Jam it back in, in the dark.