Many of us know the importance of children having a pattern in their daily activities, but I’ve realized it’s just as essential for me as an adult. Especially if life is feeling unsettled, it’s relaxing to land in the comforts of the known. So, what daily activities can remain consistent even if life is feeling…
No doubt, we all encounter certain days when hard circumstances require us to either cave under the pressure or find ways to cope! Below are a few tips that might help you when days become a little stressful. Get Outdoors I enjoy walking. For you, it may be jogging or riding your bike. Regardless of…
We all go through times when life throws us a curve ball, and suddenly, we’re in stress mode. If you’re in this spot right now with worries taking up all of your headspace try some of these tips: Catch your concerns When distressful thoughts start swirling up in your mind, you have the option at…
I’m not really one for making resolutions, but I do believe there’s good that comes from setting goals for improvement. Are there areas in your life you’d like to move past or develop for the better in your present circumstances? Me, I tend to dwell on former frustrations. I’ll see someone or something that reminds…
If you’ve ever moved to a new residence, what’s one of the first things on your to-do list? My guess is to paint some of the walls. This is an age-old trick to tidying up the appearance of worn-down houses to make them feel new again. My husband and I have moved several times since…
Do you tend to look forward with excitement or backward with regret most of the time? My husband and I are the true “opposites” type of couple regarding this matter (and pretty much everything else). He is optimistic and daring in most situations, whereas I’m more reflective and cautious about forging ahead too quickly. So, where…
Are the pressures of life weighing you down? Constant tension has been known to affect physical health, thoughts and emotions, and behavior in adverse ways. Left unchecked, stress can contribute to many health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, and diabetes. Nobody needs those types of negative consequences running through their body or…
We’re now in November—the official month for giving thanks! But I know that some days—some weeks—it’s really hard to feel grateful. Although Scripture encourages us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to “Give thanks in all circumstances,” we all face difficulties that challenge our gratitude to the core! Situations abound that cause our joyfulness in life to be shaken:…
Anxiety is a mental health disorder affecting millions of individuals from childhood through adulthood. In Part 1, we looked at some of the basic symptoms of anxiety that can bring about debilitating effects for those living with this malady. We’ll now consider various coping methods. Effective Tools for Managing Anxiety Several strategies that may help you include: Making a…
You may think your worries about day-to-day happenings are normal. However, you may actually be dealing with anxiety without knowing it. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA): “Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the…