Sunday I gave the lesson in Young Women's, it was a great lesson, I think that it was just what I needed to hear. It was about reducing stress in our lives, and prioritizing.. I thought that I would share this article.
Five Ways to Reduce Stress
By Paula J. Lewis
Feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Ask our Father in Heaven for help, and consider these approaches to reducing stress.
Paula J. Lewis, “Five Ways to Reduce Stress,” Liahona, Sept. 2000, 241. Prioritize. If you feel you are trying to do too much, examine what you are doing. Some activities are less important than others and require less time and attention. Decide what is best for you to do, then focus on those priorities. Separate the essential from the nonessential. Essentials include rest, nutritious food, prayer, exercise, Church callings and attendance, and scripture study. Other priorities depend on your own circumstances.
2. Take a break. Another way to relieve stress is to take a break from your normal routine. Such a break could be a half-hour nap, a walk, or a family activity.
3. Ask for help. If you need help from others, ask for it. One overburdened mother prayed for guidance, discussed her feelings with her husband, and then presented her concerns during a family council. The family decided to divide up many of the evening chores. As they worked together, the mother began to feel better and the family grew closer.
In another family, the birth of a disabled baby quickly overwhelmed the parents’ resources. But with the daily help of Relief Society sisters, the parents were able to manage their responsibilities.
4. Eliminate nonessentials. Another way to deal with stress is to eliminate some items from your to-do list. One year our local school could not find enough volunteers to hold an elaborate holiday carnival. When the event had to be canceled, parents planned small, manageable parties instead.
5. Do it. There will be times when, through prayer, we realize the best option is just to do what needs to be done. At such times, we need to remember that those who “put their trust in God shall be supported in their trials, and their troubles, and their afflictions” (Alma 36:3).
As we attempt to do what is best, always praying for confirmation, Heavenly Father will help us resolve our concerns. With His help, we can use our time and talents wisely, bring balance into our lives, and find joy in the many tasks before us.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Reduce Stress..
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Grandma and Grandpa...
Caleb was determined to sleep with grandma...
Caleb loves Grandma so much....
This past week has been so fun, my mom and dad stayed with us Wednesday night, and Thursday, thanks for coming and spending thanksgiving with us.. Grandpa went home Thursday night, but Grandma stayed with us for a couple more nights, because she had to work. Friday morning she didn't have to go to work until later in the day, we got up at 4am and ventured out on a shopping spree, it was a blast, we accomplished a ton! Saturday we visited and made some Christmas gifts. I loved spending time with you mom. Thanks... I love you so much Mom and Dad!
Christmas Tree
Our small little tree.. Maybe next year we will get a bigger tree..
Nathaniel and Caleb were so excited to turn the lights on and see the star twinkle.
We put a small tree for their room, they love it.
The boys having fun decorating the tree..
Christmas time is upon us again, isn't it so much fun to get the tree and decorations up!!! Nathaniel, Caleb and I had a great time putting up the tree. Here are a few photos. I love the feeling that Christmas brings, I wish that that feeling would be with us throughout the year.....
Uncle Adam Visiting...
My brother Adam was out here a little over a week ago for an interview at Primary Children's Hospital. He is almost done with Dental School and will be specializing in Pediatric Dentistry. It
was fun to visit with him, we don't get to see each other very often,
since they live thousands of miles away~ I just wanted to tell you Adam that
I love you so much, you are a great brother and such an example to
me in my life!!! I am so excited for you in all of your accomplishments~
Happy Late Thanksgiving.... Happy Birthday James....
On Thursday it was also my sweet husband James 37Th Birthday!!! I love you so very much James, Happy Birthday I'm so blessed to have you as my husband, you are such a great husband and father!!!! ! You are my true love !!!!! I LOVE YOU
Smile Grandpa...
Caleb and Grandma cuddling..Yummy Pumpkin Cheese cake pie..
Give me more mommy peassss..
It has been a little while since I have posted anything on here, life has been so crazy, and I just haven't had the time. Hopefully everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving, our family had wonderful Thanksgiving!! James birthday was on Thanksgiving also, so we had a big celebration!!! Mom and Dad came to our house for Thanksgiving, it was fun to have them here with us. It was fun to make dinner with mom, and just spend some time visiting with them. First thing Thursday morning my dad and Nathaniel went to breakfast and shopping, when they got home Nathaniel was beaming from ear to ear, Grandpa bought him a Star Wars Lego toy, and he bought Caleb a Spider Man Bouncy ball, Caleb and Nathaniel loved it!! (Thanks dad, you are the best grandpa, my boys love you so very much!!) They had fun playing with the spider man ball for hours.
Thanksgiving dinner was wonderful, I love the turkey , potatoes, gravy, sweet potatoes, stuffing, squash, and of course the pumpkin pie!!! It's a lot of work cooking and putting it all together but it's soooooooooo worth it!! I love having the turkey left overs for a few days, but I think that the kids are all turkey ed out!! (is that a word??) Well anyway enough about turkey.. Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!!!
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