Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Philippians 4:8 (NIV)
I apologize ahead of time if this post tends to ramble. I’ve been experiencing a difficult time lately. It seems that the world and everything in it are against me. I can sometimes hash out my thoughts and feelings by writing so I will attempt to find some clarity here and maybe come up with a viable solution that will help me and someone else.
The Feelings Inside
Muscles are tense. I am having feelings of stress, anger, and depression. My body systems are not happy and my emotions are a blender of mess.
I decided the other day that I’ve got to do something about this. People are just living their lives and I know that they don’t sit around and plot ways to upset me and my demise. Life happens. I’ve got to change my focus. Focusing on the upsetting things will only get me to see the upsetting things and not the good stuff going on around.
I’ve been thinking about biblical people and the problems they had and how they dealt with it.
Instead of going to into detail here, I think I’ll do some digging and maybe we can both learn about them and some ways to cope. Look for that in the future or make plans to delete those posts, if you feel so inclined. See, not going to get angry or sad about it.
Ways I have been trying to manage my feelings:
- Anger can come and I need to acknowledge it, but don’t dwell in it. Nothing is going to change if I keep holding on to the anger.
- Listening to sermons.
- Listening to scripture set to music before I go to sleep.
- Listening to relaxing imagery before I go to sleep.
Of course, this post isn’t doing what I want it to do. Pretend that the above items are listed with bullets and they are lined up correctly. You can do that, and I won’t get angry about it.
I believe that each of these tiny steps can help me. I need to take each day at a time. Keep pushing, keep praying, count my blessings and know that it will work out.
If you have any tricks or tips that you use when the world gets to be too much, send them my way. I need all the help I can get.
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The news keeps me angry. I have stopped partaking. I watch just enough to stay relevant and informed on the state of the world…about 15 min. for national and 15 min. for local at 5pm…NEVER 1st thing in the morning or last at night. When I finally realize other issues than the news are destroying my joy, I just breathe, give the stress to the Holy Spirit and thank Him for taking it under consideration. After that, things begin to smooth out , whether it be quickly of a process…I know to trust the process.
That is good advice! Thank you! I rarely watch the news. It can keep a person down.
I am sorry to hear that you are having such strong feelings of anger. I believe that this is my own cross to bear. I held on to anger for so long that I didn’t even know what it was until God revealed it to me. You are on the right track by expressing your feelings in such a positive way. God puts difficult people in our path to help us to grow. I know through much trial and much error that I have absolutely no control over what someone else says or does, and that releases a lot of strain from me. We personally know the only One who does, and I trust Him fully to do His work. Sometimes I feel like I never stop working, but He truly never does. There is so much that I cannot see. I have no idea where another person is coming from and I am the last person that has any right to judge. I constantly repeat Romans 8:28 in my head and it sinks down deep into my heart. I remind myself of all of the grace and all of the mercy that God has shown to me throughout all of my life. His sacrifice makes me want to give it all back. Self care is not selfish and is so important. I take hot baths with Epsom salt and get massages once a month. I am just so grateful. When I feel that I am under attack I try to peek under the veil. In my heart I know that it is all a spiritual battle. Thank you for this blog. I love you.
Thank you for your advice! It is good to know I’m not alone! I listened to a pastor named Eddie Turner. He has also written a book, which I have ordered. I’ve never had a massage. I’ve been thinking about a spa day. I love you!