Pushing The Stress Button

Have any ideas about the stress button? Well, it's quite similar to the belly button, except you can't really see it. Yet, it has a profound relation to the body. Only thing, instead of aiding us, it's more prone to aggravate us.

The stress button is that thing on the inside that causes us to completely loose control, when something or someone catches us off guard and pushes us to the limit with some exaggerated drama or unpleasant surprise.

Just the other day, someone pushed my stress button, and I immediately "spazzed" out. Realizing I'd slipped into a serious stress mode, I backed away from it all and engaged in a quick prayer.

Know what happened after that? I politely grabbed a thick slice of cake and dumped a mound of vanilla ice-cream on top. Then I sat down and feasted on sweet stuff.

Every now and then, we have to stop and seek our inner peace. Whether whispering a heartfelt prayer, singing a soft melody, basking in a good book, or simply enjoying an out-of-the-ordinary treat, take time to nourish your soul.

For the umpteenth time, I had to remind myself that life is a challenge, and how we deal with whatever comes our way determines our failure or our success.

After all, our attitudes can make or break us. And God's Word in Proverbs 23:7 assures us, "For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he . . ."


Peace I leave with you . . .