7/20/15
Stanford University lecturer Kelly McGonigal, PhD has written a book "The Upside of Stress" about managing the stress in our lives for positive things. She strives to show "why stress is good for us, and how to get good at it". She has research to support this claim that flies in the face of what we've been told for years - that stress is bad and it hurts our well-being.
Stanford University lecturer Kelly McGonigal, PhD has written a book "The Upside of Stress" about managing the stress in our lives for positive things. She strives to show "why stress is good for us, and how to get good at it". She has research to support this claim that flies in the face of what we've been told for years - that stress is bad and it hurts our well-being.
It turns out that it could be that whether stress is hurting us or helping us depends on our mindset, perspective and response. The goal, according to Dr. McGonigal, is to learn to embrace the stress that comes our way in such a way that we have hope instead of anxiety.
Hope! That beautiful word that flows through scripture encouraging us to trust the One who loves us and watches over us at all times.
Such as, have hope in the One who lovingly cares for you, not those who don't:
But his joy is in those who reverence him,
those who expect him to be loving and kind.
Psalm 147:11 TLB
Do not worry about the circumstances in your life. Do what is right. Obey the law. Care for widows and orphans. Speak for those who cannot speak for themselves.
For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord.
They are plans for good and not for evil,
to give you a future and a hope.
to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11 TLB
Remember that the whole earth is in turmoil, and the struggles and pain of this world are overwhelming for everyone, not just you and me.
Be glad for all
God is planning for you.
God is planning for you.
Be patient in trouble, and prayerful always.
Romans 12:12 TLB
Dear Lord, please gives us wisdom and understanding to recognize how You are speaking to us and guiding us through life each day. Please help us to keep our eyes on You and our hearts full of hope. In Jesus name, amen.
Written by
Mary M. Wilkins
Aaron Shust performs "My Hope Is In You Alone"
Serenity Prayer
ReplyDeleteGod grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
(Although known most widely in its abbreviated form above,
the entire prayer reads as follows...)
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen