Worrying is natural and it's a part of life. It's something we all do, and that's never going to change. However, there are some people who can't live life without worrying about ever little thing. I can most definitely be like that, but it's miserable to worry constantly. It doesn't change anything, and it makes it hard to enjoy anything you're doing. We live in a world that is a hard place to live, but by sitting around and worrying about it, what are we doing to change it? Instead, maybe we should turn our fears into actions and start trying to overcome the things that scare us the most. I really think it'll be beneficial not only on a personal level but on a global scale, too.
Every one has different fears. Some fear that they aren't good enough, some fear they don't have what they should, and some fear for things that are beyond their control. It's really a hard place to be in, and I totally get it. It's easy to just sit around and worry instead of trying to get to the root of the problem and fix what you're afraid of. Some fears can't be cured in the snap of a finger, and some fears may never be conquered, but there are some that can be.
I have an irrational fear of spiders and clowns. I hate them both. I don't understand why we need spiders (okay, maybe I do but I still hate them) and I absolutely don't understand what is funny about a clown. Is that a fear I'll ever get over? Probably not. However, I can combat my fears by staying away from the things that make me afraid. I don't go to any movies involving clowns, and if I see a picture of one on social media, I just keep on scrolling. You can imagine how anxiety ridden I was when people started to dress as creepy clowns and stand in the woods, but I just kept telling myself they weren't near me and I was safe. I can't really get rid of all of the spiders in the world, but that's why my boyfriend is always on spider duty if one decides to come into the house.
Having fear is something I know that can't be totally controlled, but you could come up with things that can help you get you through when you get fearful. For example, if you are fearful of who will win the election in November, then make sure you vote and your voice is heard. If you are afraid of the world your child is growing up in, start by trying to make it a better place for them. Good actions can create a ripple effect. Can you alone change the way of the world? Maybe not, but you can change your house, community, and then maybe step up to a bigger scale.
Worrying about things that we can't control, or constantly worrying about the small things in life is making you miserable for no good reason. Make choices and be proud of the person you are. There is such beauty in appreciating the small stuff and you are robbing yourself of that. I can understand being an overly cautious person, but don't be so cautious that you aren't taking full advantage of the one life we have to live.
God tells us he has our back, and to give him our problems and our fears. Sure, that is easy to do but whats hard is not picking those problems and fears back up. God wants us to prosper and be happy. He is such a loving God, and he know's whats best for us. So, if you can't find any way to combat your fears, just know that God will always take care of you and provide for you.
The Lord will fight for you, you need only be still. Exodus 14:14
Live your life and have a blast while doing it.
