Strengthens

Philipians 4:13 So if we can do all things through Christ, does that mean we should feel like we can? I keep trying to remember this verse but it hasn't brought me any comfort lately.

I am feeling crushed by embarrassment, bills, and my day to day life. If I can get through all this pain with Christ, why don't I feel better?

Dear Lord, please help me deal with the stresses around me and bring me some financial relief. Amen.

Distracted

Today’s rating is Positive.

I am still doing fairly good on my diet. I am still working out at the gym and usually getting enough sleep. I wanted to get more things done today but I was distracted by reading about the financial meltdown of 2007/2008 in the book “All the Devils are here”, by Bethany McLean. The book has to be returned tomorrow, so I’m trying to finish it. It’s been interesting to me partly because I have an MBA in Finance and partly because I suffered personal pain during the stock market crash. Maybe institutional investors and Wall Street traders have learned valuable lessons. Maybe not.

Pain

Today’s rating is Negative.

I am in physical and emotional pain. I didn’t expect to be declined for the job. If I had expected that, I wouldn’t have spent over $450 to go to the interview. The only healthy way I’ve been able to deal with this pain is to get things done. I applied for more jobs online, which is just a black hole for my resume. I vacuumed, did laundry, and dishes. I probably need to do something else but my brain is not working correctly. Maybe that’s why I let my husband leave without saying something good and why I am completely lost as to what my next move will be.

Yummy Thursday

Today’s rating is positive.

I gave back to my community by giving blood today and I treated myself to a lot of food. I enjoyed two breakfasts, nachos, and cookies. I am also drinking plenty of water. One of my favorite ways to reduce stress is to help out others. It is a strong self-esteem booster. I plan on volunteering regularly again. I am on a break to create a new strategy but I will be helping the community again soon. How do you give back to your community? If you haven’t tried, do something small. It will make a big difference in your perspective.

I hate blood, needles, and pain. I only give blood to help others and eat cookies. The cookies ease the pain a little bit. Thanks Bonfils!