A brief story of how I failed at managing stress
Recognizing what does not work for stress management:
- Negative self talk
- Using mood altering substances to manage stress
- Failing to recognize the need to deal with emotions
Tools that do work for stress management:
- Asking for help from God and others (being honest, open, and willing)
- Deciding not to “should on yourself”; Henry Ford once said, “If we think we can or we can’t, we are right”
- Scripture
Be Still and Worship – Praise helped to get me out of the cycle
Catholic in Recovery – helpful tools and community
About Author
Kelli's life changed when she met Jesus for the first time on an 8th grade retreat. Since that time, she has been on a faith adventure which seems to keep her and those around her on their toes. The Lord rescued Kelli from a disordered life of anxiety. Out of love, He has been reordering and restoring her life for more than a decade through a journey of healing, transformation, and empowerment. Now, she is doing her part to help others discover the joy in little things while overcoming life's challenges with Jesus by our side. Kelli is a wife who likes to keep her husband laughing. She has developed a deep appreciation for using the Word of God as our daily medicine, for learning how not to take ourselves too seriously, and for listening to the voice of the Holy Spirit for help in everyday circumstances. Through 25+ years of experience in her faith adventure, she communicates simple and practical ways for individuals to find hope, joy, and God's presence in everyday life.
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