By Peggy Lindsey
It hits when you least expect it. Everything is moving along nicely, yet you never see the brick wall fast approaching! Our immediate response is disbelief followed quickly by panic or even fear.
A million questions flood your thoughts as you try to make sense of what just happened . . . and the most agonizing one of all . . . “Why?” What do you do when life throws a curveball? Here are some ideas to help you navigate through them:
- Breathe. Deep breathing is literally your body’s natural coping mechanism for stress. Deliberately taking deep, slow breaths calms down your nervous system.
- Feel your emotions. Don’t stuff what you are feeling. Let them out! Repressed emotions will fester.
- Talk it out. Confide in a relative, friend, or professional to gain the support you need.
- Self-care. Honor what your body, mind, and spirit need to better cope with the situation.
- Stay present. Worry escalates as our thoughts project into the future. Focus on the here and now.
- Faith and trust. Pray. Allow the Divine to work in wondrous ways to bring you through.
The curveballs of life are often catalysts to our next greatest chapters! Remember, take a deep breath, and may you ride the waves with grace.
Peggy Lindsey is a Master Teacher of Arcing Light Energy Healing, a Professional Life Coach, and an Angel Intuitive. Peggy’s passion is assisting others on their journey toward happy, healthy lives by empowering them to live more joyfully and consciously. She created her business On Angels’ Wings Healing and Coaching in 2012 and currently practices in Sedona, Arizona. She can be reached at 928-273-8447. For more info, visit www.onangelswingshealing.com.
