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July 6th, 2006
PUT YOUR FAITH IN GOD IN DEALING
WITH YOUR DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, AND FEARS
by Stan Popovich
Sometimes, your fears may overwhelm you to the point
that you feel like giving up. When this happens, the
next step is to put your faith in God. Using the help
of God can make a big difference in overcoming your
fears, anxieties, and depression.
The one source that a person should use as a basis
in managing their fears and anxieties is using God
as a basis in dealing with their fears. The power
of God is the one power that is stronger than your
fears and anxieties. Also, God loves each one of us
and he is the one person who has the power to solve
all of our problems. He will help you if you ask him
to.
Start talking and praying to God. A person can go
to church or to a quiet place during the day to tell
God that they are having a problem. They should tell
God how they feel and ask God for some of his help.
A person could also review the Bible and read some
articles on trusting in God and then apply these concepts
in their life. Each and every day, a person should
make it up a habit to talk to God and ask for his
help.
In addition, learn as much as you can in managing
anxiety and depression. There are many books and information
that will educate you on how to deal with fear and
anxiety. Share this information with others who may
be able to help you. Education is the key in finding
the answers your looking for in managing your fears.
Think positive. A good way to manage your fear is
to challenge your negative thinking with positive
statements and realistic thinking. When encountering
thoughts that make you feel fearful or anxious, challenge
those thoughts by asking yourself questions that will
maintain objectivity and common sense.
In every anxiety-related situation you experience,
begin to learn what works, what doesn’t work,
and what you need to improve on in managing your fears
and anxieties. For instance, you have a lot of anxiety
and you decide to take a walk to help you feel better.
The next time you feel anxious you can remind yourself
that you got through it the last time by taking a
walk. This will give you the confidence to manage
your anxiety the next time around.
Sometimes, it helps to be able to talk to someone
about our stressful situations. Talking to a trusted
friend, counselor, or clergyman can not only make
us feel better, but they might be able to give you
additional advice and insights on how to deal with
your current problem. Getting help from a professional
will make this entire process easier and will increase
your chances of success.
Remember that God is stronger than your fears and
anxieties. Be persistent and be open in the avenues
that God may provide to you in solving your problem.
It is not always easy, however God is in control and
he will help you if you ask him.
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