To: deadhead
Good morning deadhead. Ink is doing GREAT! She is acting like her old spoiled self. We have to give her six capsules a day and are having pretty good luck getting them down her throat by using vanilla ice cream. So far, so good. Thanks for asking.
To: ST.LOUIE1; Aquamarine; Billie; dutchess; Mama_Bear; dansangel; deadhead; Diver Dave; GailA; ...
October 8, 2005
Coping With Fear
As for me, I trust in You, O Lord. Psalm 31:14
Bible In One Year: Ezra 5-7
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Many people are afraid of flying. The thought of being airborne fills them with anxiety. For that reason the American Phobic Society recommends these techniques for coping with the fear of flying:
- Avoid sugar and caffeine before and during a flight.
- Lean back at takeoff; let your muscles go limp.
- Rate your anxiety on a scale from 1 to 10. Think positive thoughts; note how much your fear decreases.
- Breathe deeply; close your eyes; stretch your arms.
- Wear a rubber band on your wrist and snap it to break unpleasant thoughts.
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These are five good suggestions. But I have a sixth that works with all kinds of fear. In fact, it's the most important of all: Put your trust in God.
That's what David did in Psalm 31. A conspiracy had arisen against him. His friends had abandoned him. His reign appeared to be over. Death seemed certain. But he made a choice and declared, "As for me, I trust in You, O Lord" (v.14).
When you're afraid, it may help to breathe deeply or snap rubber bands. But don't leave out the best way to cope with the fear of flyingor any other fear. Follow David's example and put your trust in God. Dave Egner
Lord, I believe, but gloomy fears
Sometimes will cloud my sight;
I look to You with prayers and tears,
And cry for strength and light. Wreford
Faith is God's antidote for fear.
FOR FURTHER STUDY
When Fear Seems Overwhelming
170 posted on
10/08/2005 7:13:53 AM PDT by
The Mayor
( Pray as if everything depends on God; work as if everything depends on you.)
To: Temple Owl
"Good morning deadhead. Ink is doing GREAT!I am so happy to read this, makes my day :-) Hmmm, vanilla ice cream, I will remember that one. Hugs to your sweet pup, Ink
237 posted on
10/08/2005 11:35:00 AM PDT by
deadhead
(God Bless Our Troops and Veterans)
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