A Little Inspiration Goes A Long Way

At the moment I write this, the world is experiencing the turmoil of war and a worldwide financial collapse.

To ease my path through this time, I replace all negative thoughts, with positive thoughts. Some days this becomes a constant exercise. But, if I open my eyes and look around me, it isn't difficult to find something to be thankful for.

And then there are worries over big and small issues, second guessing motives or making assumptions about things I have no clue about. These can take a bit longer to dispel--especially if they are constantly fueled by events over which I have no control.

When I was raising children, it took a lot of energy not to worry. School grades--worry. Daughters dating--worry. Driving a car--worry. Health issues--worry. And now there are the grandchildren. But I don't see them everyday, so out of sight, out of mind....for the most part. Besides, they are blessed with great parents to worry about them--leaving me free.

When I do find myself worrying, I turn to my faith to dispense with it. The quotation below is a good thought to remember.

Anxiety springs from the desire that things should happen as we wish rather than as God wills.
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