Just Relax!

Friends, there are a few things that I can promise you I will not tell you. First of all, I will not tell you to "Just relax". I have heard this so many times since I have been dealing with anxiety! Those that don't understand are quick to give advice of "Just relax", "You need a vacation", "You are too high strung", and "You just need to carry on with your normal routine. This will get better". The problem with this is when you have anxiety, you don't choose to be upset or scared. It is like a wave that comes over you. Our loved ones giving us advice simply want us to feel better. I truly don't think that people intend to come across as insensitive. It is just hard to understand if you have never dealt with it! Yet another reason for the creation of this blog!

 God's word instructs us that we are to encourage one another. I will only tell you things in this blog that give me peace of mind in the times when anxiety is attempting to take hold of my joy. My desire is to encourage you and lift you in prayer. I will write of devotions, scriptures, and meditations that inspire me and give me the burst of encouragement I need. I will also share other blogs that I have found comforting. I would ask that you also share the things that you have found helpful. If you have prayer requests, please share those as well. We are a community of believers and we are called to pray for one another! May the Lord give you comfort and peace!