I release myself from worry when priorities change.

I let go of unrealistic expectations. Its not possible to see all the way to the end of my life and to anticipate every change along the way.

When my priorities change as they will, likely again and again over the course of my life I release myself from worry. Things may not be part of my original plan, but I trust that everything will work out anyway.

By letting go of worry, I free up my energy to find the best and most constructive way of dealing with the situation at hand.

By accepting the situation and letting go of my ideas of what could have, should have, or might have been, I release myself to discover and draw out all that is inherently good in my new circumstances. Only by being open to uncertainty and change can I truly discover all that life has to offer me.

I let go of the impulse to sit down in the road and sulk because it took a twist I wasn’t expecting. I recognize that going backward is an impossibility. So I keep moving forward, knowing that walking down an unexpected path is still progress, no matter if the scenery may have changed.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. How do I respond when my circumstances change unexpectedly?
2. Do I remain open to change so I can continually learn and grow?
3. How can I make the best of an unexpected situation?

I am safe because I have a well thought-out recovery plan waiting to be launched.

In times of crisis, I am prepared. Planning ahead is a gift of security that I give to myself. Staying on offense allows me to be one step ahead of unexpected circumstances.

Long before a problem strikes, when my mind is clear, I design my plan. My plan is accessible to me at any time. I plan because I have resolved to live a life of peace.

Life is unpredictable, therefore I try to prepare myself as best as I can. My life is precious, therefore I take good care of my family and myself.

I have peace in the midst of crisis because I am secure. Because I plan ahead, I enjoy the calm before the storm. I also remain calm during the storm because I know that I am protected. Even after the thunder comes to an end, I choose to be calm.

When I see a raging storm in front of me I resist the impulse to panic. I remind myself that I have sunshine in my back pocket. Crisis cannot bend me out of shape because peace is my core support.

I am a beacon of hope for the people around me. Having a plan available to me helps me to take care of myself and those around me. Others look to me as a role model so I remain strong in my resolve and inner peace.

I can be joyful in the midst of trouble. I can recover from life’s greatest challenges. My plan helps me walk through the fire with my peace intact.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Do I know what to do during unforeseen circumstances?
2. What challenges have tried to steal my peace?
3. How can I overcome the impulse to panic?

I allow myself to rise above the challenges by being proactive.

Challenges in life are inevitable and I am not afraid of them. I know that I am smart and that I was given the ability to plan and problem-solve by my Creator.

I take an active role in my own life. I let go of the idea that I am a victim of my circumstances. Instead, I use my God-given power of intelligence to plan strategies ahead of time that help me deal with the bumps in my road.

Because I am an intelligent adult, I have the freedom to change my circumstance if I find them unacceptable. No one is forcing me to stay in challenging situations. I stay because I choose to do so, or I leave because I feel it is best. Either way, the choice is mine.

I let go of impulsive reactivity. I know that I am in charge of my own life. I draw strength from the knowledge I have within me to face each challenge. Because I am confident of this, I can face each new situation calmly and reflectively, making decisions based on what I know to be best.

If I need help in sorting through my thoughts and options, I am not afraid to ask for help from those who have lived longer or experienced more of life. Doing so is a sign of maturity, not weakness, and is an important part of my decision to live intelligently.

Self-Reflection Questions:

1. Am I proactive or reactive when faced with challenges?
2. How can I let go of feeling like a victim and start accepting control of my life?
3. Who will I confide in when I need help making wise choices?