Managing Your Emotions: Instead of Your Emotions Managing You: Instead of Your Emotions Managing You!

by Joyce Meyer

God Gave You Emotions on Purpose! Our emotions play a vital role in living happy, healthy, successful lives. All emotions, from love and joy to anger and fear, have an important part to play in understanding ourselves and others. They help us discover the wonders of this life as well as warn us when we are in danger. But this diversity of feelings is meant to complement our life, not determine it! In this life-transforming book, Joyce Meyer reveals powerful truths from God's Word that will help you learn to manage all of your emotions in the right direction. Through hilarious illustrations and real-life applications, Joyce delivers the keys to keeping your emotions in the proper place while allowing the Spirit of God to lead and direct you. Dynamic scriptural insights are included on topics such * How not to be led by feelings * Codependency * Forgiveness * Mood swings * Healing for damaged emotions * Depression * And much more! Don't allow your feelings to determine your destiny! Instead, manage your emotions to complement and enhance your attitude for a joyful, victorious life!

Genres: Christian, Self Help, Nonfiction, Religion, Inspirational, Spirituality, Personal Development

288 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Joyce Meyer is one of the world's leading practical Bible teachers. A New York Times bestselling author, Joyce’s books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, Joyce teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on how the Word of God applies to our everyday lives. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences so others can apply what she has learned to their lives.

Joyce’s programs, Enjoying Everyday Life and Everyday Answers with Joyce Meyer, can be seen around the world through television, radio, and the Internet. Joyce has authored more than 100 books, which have been translated into more than 100 languages and over 65 million of her books have been distributed worldwide. She teaches in cities across America as well as internationally. Joyce Meyer Ministries has offices in nine countries.

Joyce’s passion to help hurting people is foundational to the vision of Hand of Hope, the missions arm of Joyce Meyer Ministries. Hand of Hope provides worldwide humanitarian outreaches such as feeding programs, medical care, orphanages, disaster response, human trafficking intervention and rehabilitation, and much more – always sharing the love and Gospel of Christ.

Her latest book, LIVING A LIFE YOU LOVE, releases Spring 2018.

Hachette Book Group has sold over 30 million copies of Joyce Meyer's books.

Reviews

[Traci · Rating 5 out of 5]

Joyce Meyer has a way of explaining God's word to fit in today's life.
I enjoy reading her books because they are informative and inspirational.

"Managing Your Emotions" is a good read to study when your feeling low or angry or your emotions are out of control. Joyce Meyer reminds us that to receive peace we must obey God's word.

On page 48 Joyce Meyer talks about learning NOT to look to other people to meet our needs, but to look to the Lord to fulfill our needs because the Lord knows what is best for us.

I also like when she talks about us being super sensitive. I sometimes have a problem with getting my feelings hurt too easily. I am working on that one, but need help from God. This book has some good advice to help in this area.

Enjoy..Pray..Live by faith

[Carla Still · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think I underlined almost all the book with numerous stars and arrows. Perfect book for me in this season of emotional healing and balancing. It's going to take a while for all the concepts to soak in and become real in my life. I plan to keep it out and reference it for continued mental and spiritual digestion and application.

Perhaps the most thought provoking chapter opened my eyes to my shamed-based nature. The bad tree inside me is rooted in shame bearing the bad fruits of depression, low self-esteem, lack of self-confidence, and self-pity. This shame-based nature has cursed me all my life with a failure spirit and mediocrity that has resulted in disappointments, discouragement, and despair. Other related problems such as loneliness and isolation can also be rooted in this shame that I have never recognized or realized.

Praise God for His promises in Isaiah 54:4 and Isaiah 61:7. Only God can restore, transform, and deliver me into the fullness of the woman He created me to be.

[Jodi · Rating 2 out of 5]

Meh! It was okay and I liked how the author tried to reassure the reader with scripture. However, I wonder is she is truly certified as a therapist because some of her advice made me shake my head a little bit. If we only rely on God and always trust him, all our emotions will be good. As a person who has struggled all my life with depression and anxiety, I wish it were just this easy. Sure, sin puts the doubt in my head, but it is not for lack of my trying. I can't just shake it off and I don't think it is fair for her to downplay this. Many good Christians struggle too. She made good points, but this book is not the cure-all for learning to manage my depression.

[Trina · Rating 2 out of 5]

I am a huge Joyce Meyer fan; that woman preaches sermons like Jordan use to play basketball. She is dynamic and always on point with her practical lessons from the Bible. She intermixes personal experiences with solid Bible knowledge in a way that is informative and soul inspiring. Unfortunately, her writing does not even come close to her speaking abilities. The problem is that she writes exactly how she speaks! The book comes across as a word for word dictation of her thoughts without the benefit of her expressions and distinct voice. I found myself having to reread several sentences in order to get the meaning. The subject matter was great but I would have rather have heard this than read it.

[Rona · Rating 5 out of 5]

I truly enjoyed this book. Joyce Meyer writes that by letting your emotions take over you are defeating your faith. She shares some of her own personal experiences. She provides several principals to help you get your life and faith back into check!

I have learned from my own personal experience that depression is normal. There isn't a pill out there that will "take away" that feeling. Depression is normal and can be worked through. Yes, I did take medication but over time I was able to stop. In my case, I dealt with my depression with therapy and my faith. I hope you will read the book and come away feeling good that you did!

[Malola · Rating 2 out of 5]

Quite boring, but good for fast reading.
La autora parece tener disonancia cognitiva y como que quiere "inflar" sus experiencias actuales y mostrarlas como mejores de lo que son.
No estoy segura si creerle su "triste vida" antes de Cristo. No arguyo que sea falso, sino que parece ser un recurso que usa para crear artificialmente empatía.
Para una persona aceptar el mensaje del libro debe de primero aceptar sus premisas, en mi opinión falsas, pero dejando eso de lado, no creo que haya dicho nada nuevo o de mejor manera que otros.
Lo que sí me gustó fue que hizo la aserción que las adicciones no son "enfermedad", sino "pecado".

[♥ Cin · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have picked this book up from time to time when cooking or if I have a few moments. It's not one that you read from cover to cover. If you are a faithful person or open minded this is a good book to read, especially when you're stressed out about something and you aren't someone that instinctively reaches for the Bible.

[Lora · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found I live by my emotions a lot more than I'd like. Good advice, down to earth and encouraging. I underline as I go for certain things I want to read over again. It's nice to have a quick recap.

Finally finished 3/13/10. Had to read it slow and absorb the information. Very good and easy to read. Hard part was dealing with myself as I read it :)

[Rachel Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is wonderful for women. God created women in his image yet with attributes that are unique from men. Joyce Meyer guides women through an informational perspective of female emotions and how to appreciate this God-given attribute while gaining knowledge from the promises in God's Word. We can channel emotions in conjunction to God's purpose over the tendency to fall into sin.

[Roxane Lapa · Rating 5 out of 5]

A book full of wisdom. Joyce Meyer tackles a myriad of bad emotions in this book from blinding anger and unforgiveness to mood swings and depression. Her aim is to help the reader attain emotional healing and start to practise emotionally balanced behaviour rather than manic highs, depressive lows and obsessive compulsions.

[Bridget · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best series of Joyce Meyer's.

Joyce Meyer is very good at delivering thought provoking, yet practical, spiritual messages about living the best life that you can lead.

go to www.joycemeyer.org for more information

[Penandbooknut · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this day and age, everyone should read this book because there are alot of out of control emotions everywhere......work, grocery store, bank and post office. Basically anywhere someone who has to wait in line loses their temper.

[Dawn Stanton · Rating 2 out of 5]

i respect Joyce's ministry and have grown from her teaching...but this book seemed only to repeat what she has said in others she has written. a good read if it's your first Joyce Meyer book, but disappointing if you were looking for something new from her.

[Shy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was very helpful in dealing with my own personal emotions. I found myself thinking about some of the passages I read and relating to them as I was going thru a particular situation. I enjoy her books because they are basic and easy to read.

[I Contain · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not s bad book with some helpful thoughts and quality Bible verses. That being said, the book seems to drag on and on. Joyce is such an amazing speaker, but I can't say thy she brought her full charisma to this piece.

[Jennifer · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book is outdated. A lot of research has been done on depression since this book was published. Joyce refers to depression several times as an "emotion" and a change is needed. Living Beyond Your Feelings: Controlling Emotions So They Don't Control You is a newer book, so read it instead.

[Somina]

i learnt to be a master of my emotions,how to serve with my singlehood and be intimate with Him

[Hadesah · Rating 4 out of 5]

WOW, I mean WOW!!!!!!!!!

[Yenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

Buku bagus, teorinya amazing, analisanya akurat, tapi... teori emmang mudah, kenyataannya ya susah buat di praktekin :D

[DeAnn · Rating 4 out of 5]

All women should read this. We always let our emotions get the best of us. This helped me learn to have my emotions without allowing them to rule my actions...haven't quite mastered it yet. :)

[Ella · Rating 5 out of 5]

Terrific so far. Recommend it 100%.

[Janis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Joyce Meyer outlines biblically based principles to manage and control emotions.

[Debra]

Emotions must submit to wisdom!

[Linda · Rating 2 out of 5]

I like her preaching, but don't like reading the books...

[Magda]

I love it.

[Russell Hall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some very good ideas about keeping cool, especially useful with little children and all the stresses of life.

[Wyvonna · Rating 5 out of 5]

EXCELLENT READ

[Marianne Pita-Esquer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Still working on this. My emotions always tend to get the best of me. Very insightful but I have to re-read and re-read to really get this in my soul.

[Greg · Rating 5 out of 5]

What I learned is that I have to stop and not jump to conclusions. I have a tendency to get angry first and react as opposed to taking a step back and evaluating the situation.

[Linda Perez · Rating 5 out of 5]

So much in this book. Emotions can definitely work for and against us. This book gives practical insight on how to manage them, and how to not let them manage you.