In stressful times..

Sometimes situations can arise that really get under our skin. It is during those situations that I believe we are being tested. Tested to see just how long we can hold on to peace. Tested to see if we will crack under pressure and/ or explode with anger and frustration. I was tested just yesterday evening. A situation arose and my children were hurt. My youngest son was in tears because he was promised something that he has been waiting on for over a year, and was informed that it wouldn’t happen. My frustration level was at 99 and the peace that I hold so dear to me was fading fast. I myself wanted to scream and cry.. and actually I did yell some. Any parent who sees their child hurt will automatically jump in defense mode and yesterday I was there. But before I overreacted to much, I had to step back and really look at the situation. I had to bring myself back into that place of peace that I know and rethink my entire approach. It didn’t happen instantly, I literally had to sit on the edge of the bed and have a talk with myself. I had to allow myself to regain control of my emotions before I did more damage than necessary.

Although I stand firmly on my belief that staying in a place of peace can help reduce stress and anxiety, I am human and there will be times that I will get upset and angry. But the key is to never lose that overall sense of peace within yourself. Losing that sense of peace can throw you over the edge and put you in a place that you may regret later. You can also end up speaking some things that you really don’t mean. It can elevate your blood pressure, give you extreme headaches and cause many other health issues.

When we are tested, keep in mind who is in control and who should remain in control. We should NEVER allow another person, thing, or situation to take us to a level where we cannot get back to peace. Yes, we will get upset, disappointed, frustrated and even angry but that does not have to control us or our emotions and actions. Remember that our peaceful state of mind is precious, therefore we should guard it carefully. If you find yourself in a situation where you are about to completely lose it, take a step back, take several deep breaths and revert to your peaceful place to gather yourself.
In the end…PEACE will always win.



~In Peace