When I go to the hospital to get a yearly checkup, I absolutely hate getting shots! That's one of my greatest fears. In fact, I can't even watch other people getting shots!

For comfort, I have to either squeeze a stuffed animal or look away from the dreaded needle, breathing heavily when I know the nurse is about to pierce my skin.

And one time a nurse said to me, "You know….If you tense up, it'll hurt more. Just relax."

And I did just that.

I relaxed my breathing.

I calmed my nerves.

And before I knew it...it was over. And the needle was out of my arm.

And I think that advice is good for anyone going through something that they don't like.

If you look around at your situation, and all you see if negativity, stress, pain and frustration...well, if you tense up...it'll just make it worse!

If you spend your days complaining about the mess, arguing over the unfairness of it all, getting mad over the weight of life, becoming bitter over the hand life dealt you...

then are you making things better? Or worse?

It'll hurt more..if you are tense.

I would encourage you to relax! I know you're going through a hard time, but even more reason for self-care: go outside, read a good book, watch a funny movie, meet up with some friends, and spend time with God.

Trust that God is taking care of you and that He knows exactly where you are! Hope for the best. Expect things to turn around in your favor. And know that storms in life are just that...temporary and.fleeting...so grab your favorite stuffed animal….and look away from your current worries because….before you know it...your storm is over.

If you need prayer for anything, let me know. I would love to pray for you!

Sunshine Rodgers
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