Emotions

​​"Peace is that tranquility of the heart, which derives from the allprevailing consciousness, that our times are in God's hands"
William Barclay - Author, Minister​​​
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"Fear then as an emotion, is NOT US. When we say, "I am afraid," this is NOT true. We should say, "I have feelings of fear". Once this distinction gets clear in your mind, you realize that feelings can change. The real YOU is the great 'I AM', the center of your being"
Rev. Thomas Keating
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​​​​​​​​"Be patient with yourself, as you become more  and more deeply aware that your thoughts don't define you "
Dr. Gail Brenner
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​Unnoticed and unconfronted fear, fear that has FREE-REIGN in one's mind, is a primary reason reason many people suffer from anxiety and depression. Seeking healing from the negative effects of fear and/or anxiety ? Experiencing chronic, intense, upsetting emotions such as guilt, envy, or anger? Experiencing uncomfortable bodily sensations with these emotions? Well, you're not alone. Every human being that has ever lived, every Pope and even Billy Graham, has experienced these emotions. It's important that we learn the tools necessary to deal with these emotions in a healthy fashion and manner when they occur, so they don't become strongholds.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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What to do in the moment, when a strong emotion, such as fear, anger, or guilt, or even a temptation arises? 
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(a screen shot or bookmark of the information below is recommended, so you can refer to in time of need. 
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​Breathe: focus your attention on 3-4 long / deep breaths to begin calming the central nervous system
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Say the brief prayer: "Lord, come to my assistance. Lord, make haste to help me."
 
Acknowledge that that the emotion (or temptation) of ______________ is present. Welcome and sink into/feel any bodily feelings or sensations.
 
Accept what is happening in the moment in the mind and body. Choose not to fight, resist, or try to eliminate it.  For whatever is resisted, just persists and grows stronger. . . which is the cause of 'suffering'.​
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Proclaim a WORD OF POWER/TRUTH: "I, 'new-self', don't worry about my life, body or tomorrow" .
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GIVE/CAST the emotion (temptation) to God, believing by an act of faith that God takes it, whether it feels like it or not. Thank the Holy Trinity for taking it.
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Gently move your 'ATTENTION' away from the story or commentary in the mind, and to the present moment: what is seen (ex. sky), heard, tasted, touched/felt (ex. bed)​