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When I woke up and moved from out of my bed I noticed that I was feeling down and in a negative mood. I examined myself and my thoughts to see if I could find where this feeling was coming from and learned that there was something bothering my spirit and upsetting my thoughts. It bothered me a bit more that I couldn’t find the reason I was feeling like this and it also confused me that I woke up with this feeling. Since I am working on building good habits and routines for myself I continued to start my day with exercise. On my run I still had this “thing” bothering me in the back of my mind, but I was able to ignore it because I was focusing on my morning exercise and podcasts. When I finished with my exercise I realized this wasn’t a problem that I could handle on my own, so I started to pray and talk to God. During the time I was praying about what I was feeling and the negative effects I felt it had on my thoughts God allowed me to know where these feelings were coming from. The day before I had started a fast that I planned to do for the full day until that morning. I ended up breaking the fast at an earlier time than I planned because I was feeling angry and stressed. My personal feelings of guilt carried over into the next morning because I never confronted them before I laid down to sleep, and when I woke up the first thing that I was feeling was the guilt and regret from breaking my fast early. After praying some more he allowed me to know that i indeed broke my fast and I wasn’t happy with it but my God is a loving and forgiving God so altho I broke my fast the guilt and regret I was feeling was able to be forgotten and moved past. I thought that when I feel like I did in that moment when I ended my fast (tiered, ready to stop or give up) the things I want to do may make me feel satisfied in that moment but if it is something that matters to me and that I care about I will still feel the side effects of a bad decision that I make either in the moment or at a later time. That morning exercising with the feelings I had made me want to stop again, but because of the strength I received by the Holy Spirit I was able to keep going.#encouragement #prayingforprogress #prayersforstrength #journal
In times of emotional distress, it's common to feel overwhelmed and guilty over past decisions. Engaging in physical activity, such as morning runs, can have a significant positive effect on our mental state. Exercise triggers the release of endorphins, which are natural mood lifters. Furthermore, incorporating prayer or meditation into one's routine can provide clarity and peace. Many find that these spiritual practices offer guidance and comfort, enabling them to let go of burdensome feelings and cultivate resilience. This combination of physical activity and spiritual reflection can create a powerful routine for anyone struggling with emotional challenges. Finding a supportive community or engaging with motivational content can also enhance this journey towards healing and self-acceptance. Each step taken with awareness and intention helps in transforming negative feelings into positive actions, fostering personal growth and emotional well-being.
