Don't Worry, Be Happy

"Difficult times have helped me to understand better than before how infinitely rich and beautiful life is in every way and that so many things that one goes worrying about are of no importance whatsoever"  Isak Dinesen

One of our habits that keep us from happiness the most is worry...When we are worrying about a problem or something that could happen we are many times just adding to that problem by stressing ourselves which can the lead to other problems or health issues.  When we find ourselves in that  "what if" mode we need to remember to stop and really enjoy this moment and allow God to take care of the rest and claim God's help even before it is given.  Think about the things that are working well and have gratitude. 

 Write a list of pros and cons and almost always you will find more things to be thankful for then not.

One good way to help keep worry away is to keep yourself busy doing something constructive.  There are times in my life when I've had the cleanest house in town and while I'm doing this cleaning I can pray and surrender my problems and God always comes through.

Or write out whats troubling you.  Write the worst "what ifs".  Your greatest fears.  If the worst happened what would you do?  How would you cope? If we have a plan of action and follow through we can stop the worry.    Sometimes worry is just because we don't feel like we can control our lives.  We have no power. But if we would just realize that its all in God's hands and he plans abundance, love and happiness for us, we would lose our sense of hopelessness.

"Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them."

"Which of you by worrying can add one cubit to his stature?" 

And if we live for the moment, tomorrow will take care of itself.  Life is full of surprises and each day we never know when something wonderful will happen.  If we approach day with excitement and expectation of wonder then worry will be far from our mines.  Be Still.  Allow the Holy Spirit to fill you with a sense of contentment and calm assurance that Heaven goes with you.