I hate to admit it but I do watch the news every once in a while but it is getting depressing. The word CRISIS comes up about every minute. I have started being sarcastic and I will just murmur to myself, Here we go again. In one of the speeches this week from President Obama, he used the word crisis 25 times. It al most makes you not want to event leave your home.
This blog is not about politics, but it is about the Crisis. The definition in the dictionary of Crisis is "an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty". That word is very strong and to think that it is being used today in our country is so overwhelming. Can you imagine being in a situation of extreme danger, not just regular danger but extreme danger. The max of all dangers.
How many of you have ever heard someone say "I am going through a crisis in my life". When someone says this to you, it is your responsibility to take it seriously especially if that person really knows what crisis really means. They are basically saying that their life is in extreme danger. You probably never thought of it that way because I did not until I started studying the definition of crisis.
We live in a fast-paced world. And with little room for error within the frantic pace of our lives, experiencing a significant personal crisis can quickly become an overwhelming event. In an effort to keep pace, individuals will attempt to bury their problems, so that even while they are achieving great things in their day-to-day lives, it may be coming at a heavy cost.
A personal crisis can popup at any moment when you are not prepared for it. It is often due to a combination of circumstances and a personal conflict. The first step to manage a personal crisis is to acknowledge it. This is a crisis. This first step is important to get over it too. As long as you don't acknowledge it, it may linger on for ever, you feel depressed but you don't understand why.
Personal crisis requires healing. Here are several steps you must take to heal.
Be determined.
Decide right now that you will get through this. Your life may not be the same as it was before. Some of the changes you are going through may indeed be permanent ones. But be determined that you will emerge from these circumstances stronger than ever before. Decide today that you will be a survivor.
Take it one day at a time.
You don't have to have your entire future worked out right now. Just focus on getting through this day. If it helps, break your days into smaller pieces, and focus on getting through just this morning or the next hour.
Stay active.
Keep yourself busy with the normal routines of your life. Also, consider being physically active by taking a brisk walk once a day or incorporating some other form of exercise. This can make a huge difference in the way you emotionally and physically deal with stress. Regular exercise also provides a wonderful built-in time for thinking and reflecting. You may find that after a long walk, you feel more clear-headed and prepared for making important decisions.
Take care of yourself.
It is extremely important that you continue to take care of yourself. This means getting 7-9 hours of sleep each night and eating a balanced diet at this time. You may also need to teach your body to relax again. Do this by taking some time each day to sit for 5-10 minutes and simply breathe. Repeating this technique each day will become easier, and you will notice a real difference in your state of mind and the amount of tension you hold in your body.
Manage what you can.
If you're feeling extremely overwhelmed, focus on one task you can complete that would make you feel more empowered and in control. This could be as simple as doing the dishes or getting a work-related project out of the way. If everything feels out of control, try setting up a calendar system to keep track of your schedule and the kids' events. Seeing the life ahead visually on paper in front of you can help you feel more in control of what's happening.
Learn to recognize your personal strengths.
You already possess much of the personal strength you'll need to get through this. What would help you into tap into that core strength? Make a list the strengths you observe about yourself. Be honest. They're really there! If you have trouble with this exercise, ask a friend who knows you well to articulate your strengths for you. Sometimes others see in us amazing qualities that we have yet to recognize.
Turn to God
The lord has all the answers but we must look for them. You have to read your bible. You have to search God's word for the ultimate solution. You have to pray and not some repeated prayer. You have to talk to God and tell him what you are going through. This is the most important part of overcoming a crisis.
Philip
Samaritan Revival
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