Breathe…and Let Go

Yes, sometimes we need to breathe intentionally…. Stress can cause us to take shallow breaths that inhibit our ability to relax, rest, etc. So sometimes we have to make ourselves take a deep breath.

(A good breathing exercise is to breathe in for 4 counts; hold for 4 counts; breathe out for 4 counts; then hold for 4 more counts; then repeat 2-3 times.) Try it. It’s really helpful at alleviating stress in your body and calming your mind!

Letting go? It’s one of the biggest challenges we face–especially as parents! We have to let go of…

…attempts to control another person
…attempts to change another person
…the temptation to blame, shame, or accuse…
…manipulation tactics
…expectations
…fear and
…anger.

But we NEVER let go of…

…hope
…compassion
…kindness
…thoughtfulness
…self-control
…patience
…goodness
…joy
…peace
…faithfulness
…love or
…Jesus.

I hope you are having a good day today…. If not, I’m sorry…. Tomorrow is another day…. And there is always hope for tomorrow!