Any tips from CHRISTIANS on managing my emotions???

Question

I am trying to learn how to manage my emotions. I have been struggling. i know that God is using my situations to build in character in me. I am quite confident that everything that enemy meant for my bad, God will make it good. But i just can't seem to keep this mindset. I believe God is soveriegn, but when my issues become overwhelming, i get emotional. HELP, saints. I need help larning how to put the promises of God to use in trying times.

Answer 1

Wonderful question! I too struggle with my emotions; I have learned that when I am focused on the Lord, that they aren't as in control, and I am able to differentiate more clearly, what deserves my passion and what doesn't. God made us this way, it ties into our purpose. To be emotional is a gift, and it can also be a way for the enemy to get at us. When you focus on you, that rollercoaster ride begins. When you focus on God and His master plan for you, putting faith into action, and believing in all the promises He made to you, that passion is a powerful weapon! SOmetimes our troubles come in leaps and bounds, remember He is faithful, and is right there, and trying to show you the way through it. He will lead you, wal beside you holding your hand, He will be right between you rshoulders, He will carry you, whatever He has to do, to get you through it,. When I am emotional, I pray, it is the kindof prayer God loves to hear; heartfelt and raw, I am naked before Him, in all truth and honesty. It is these times that I recieve true revelations, and life changing understanding. You cannot do it in your own strength; give it all to Him, your trying to mange it yourself wont work, because it is a gift from Him, and He wants to train you how to use it. The way you put the word to use in trying times is to believe it; 100% and dont stop. Read pray and have faith that God is going to use all the trials of your life to refine you, and make you holy and righteous. He is clothing us in white; in glory; that is not a easy task with our flawed human nature! Even the things that seem bad, turn out to be a blessing, when you are through them, and you realize the Lord has taught you, corrected you, brought you through, and made you wiser and with more understanding. Have faith, when you feel overwhelmed or out of focus, tell Him; and ask Him to bring you back into alignment-then believe it is already done; because it is!

Answer 2

Your first problem is relying solely on God to help you control your emotions instead of trying techniques to control them yourself. If you can had cancer, would you deny treatment and hope that God would cure you? You have to start taking responsibility for yourself, your actions, and your emotions.

Second I would like to ask what makes you think that a Christian is the only type of person worthy of giving you advise regarding controlling your emotions. All people have emotions, not just Christians. Generally speaking, Christians are not the greatest example of a group of people who are the most capable of controlling their emotions.

Whether you want my advise or not (since I am an Atheist), here it is: Your biggest problem is that you seem to be (telling from how you phrased your question) relying completely on God for help. You can rely on friends and family but above all else, you have to rely on yourself. This is the most important thing. You can't always rely on friends and sometimes (unfortunately) you can't always rely on family. You have to develope a strong mind and a strong character.

I'm not sure which emotions exactly you are trying to controll but perhaps you could use some anger management. From reading your question I am getting that you are quite young, perhaps you are going through puberty (or some other life stage if I am wrong about your age) which can strongly affect your emotions. Talk to friends, family, or a school councelor (or preacher if you prefer) for help and support.

You could also try some relaxation techniques. Excercise is a great way to clear your mind, relax, and feel good about yourself. Meditation (or prayer if you prefer) is also a great way to focus and clear your mind. Yoga is a wonderful combination of the 2 (meditation and excercise). You could also try reading a book, going for a walk, starting a new hobby, meeting new friends, trying some new recipes, whatever makes you feel good about yourself. Once you are able to feel good about yourself you should be able to look within yourself to find out what exactly is making you so emotional and start to make some changes.

Answer 3

I know exactly what you mean! I feel I am very strong and have much faith in God and His plan for me. But when things overwhelm, which is often these days, I break down. I have been getting better though. I pray more often. I carry my rosary and pray to Our Holy Mother, Mary. Immediately after some problem comes up, I say a prayer, then start working on resolving it myself (but always asking for aid via prayer). The best thing you can do for yourself is Keep the Faith! Always know that God will help you in one way or another! I will pray for you. Be strong. Have fatih. Trust in Him. God works in His time, and by His Will, not ours. God Bless!

Answer 4

I have emotional issues too...but it is something the Lord has been faithful in working on in me. Just remember God never begins a work without bringing it full circle. Just pray for your emotions and also get involved in a Bible Study group or cell group where you can express the frustration and talk to other Christians who are going through the same thing. You'll be surprised how many people are going through the same thing,

Answer 5

I really don't know yet because I'm in the sdame boat. I think that's when faith comes in and that we just should be still and know that God is. The thing is when you're in different situations I'm so used to doing everything and fixing things until it's like I'm playing God myself. But just learn to trust in Him, and just say Lord it's in your hands. Read the Word back to yourself and believe it. Your emotions must come subject to the power of God. I guess that's super hard for women because we're emotionally creatures. So just pray to God and tell Him to help you get emotions out of the way when you're dealing in certain areas.

Answer 6

Everyone gets emotional, even Jesus cried. Before his crucifixion, He was so emotional, he cried tears of blood. Jesus got angry at the market sellers in the temple. It is not wrong to be emotional but as Christians we need to try not to let our emotions rule us or get out of control. When I am emotional about something I take it to the Lord in prayer and without fail, after a short time spent with Him, His peace just fills me.

Answer 7

Delve into His word, and I mean submerge yourself in it. And in prayer. God's word is the substance by which He remakes us from the inside out. The more of Him you take in, the more material He will have to work with to have you walk as a person of faith, not one being tossed to and fro by your ever changing feelings.

I know how this is. I am still chasing after my feelings, from time to time, instead of walking in the way God would have me. It doesn't happen overnight, but He will change you if you pursue this avenue of righteousness. May God bless you for seeking Him!

Answer 8

Peace be with you always and may God richly bless you. Know this my sister emotions are by their very nature distressing. Be not discouraged ,Jesus is listening and will show you the path to take. In God's word you will find comfort and guidance in the book of Psalms, pick any one you come to first and meditate on it ,your eyes shell be opened.

Answer 9

Emotions are something Christians deal with every day. Always start your day out with prayer and ask God to help you in that area. When you begin to get upset and emotional find you some comforting passages in the bible and say them aloud when you are emotional. One of my favorite passages is: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. I hope this helps.

Answer 10

Read Galatians 5:19 through about 22.

THIS works for ME EVERY time..."A SOFT ANSWER TURNS AWAY WRATH."

A still tongue make a wise head, my Mamaw used to say, also.

The Bible also speaks of how,"out of the mouth is heart of the man" (BADLY paraphrased)

There's a lot to be said for forgiving EVERYONE.

YOU MAY ALSO WANT TO READ PROVERBS 1:20-33. THAT PRICKED SOME REALLY HARDENED GUYS I KNOW TODAY!!