All the Feels - Leading Our EmotionsSample

DAY 16: STRESSED / OVERWHELMED

If someone asked about your daily schedule, how would you describe it? Are you excited and optimistic about the days, weeks or year ahead? Do you have margin for meaningful conversations with neighbors, co-workers or unexpected family needs?

How about undistracted time with your kids, date night out or enjoying your favorite hobby?

Most adults report they live in a constant state of hurry, stress and feeling pulled in too many directions. Overcommitment fuels the sense of pressure and causes us to go on rushing from one thing to the next, missing the moments that we are meant to savor.

So how can we change this? Well, no one can change your schedule but you. Decide what is most important before God and together with your spouse or family.

Jesus reminds us what it looks like to love our neighbors through the story of the Good Samaritan, (Luke 10:30-37, NIV) but are we too busy to even see the people in our path that need love, help or encouragement?

If this applies to you, take a couple days off work, get in a quiet space and prayerfully assess what needs to shift in your schedule. Write out a list of Spirit led priorities, passions and purpose. Then list the things that discourage, drain or distract you.

Schedule your life based on the things that fuel you instead of letting your schedule continue to overwhelm you.