Learning to Let Go and Trust God

I don’t know about you, but I’m an incredibly anxious person. I’ve struggled with panic and anxiety attacks for years. Sometimes I know the cause, and other times I just have to ride it out.

One thing I’ve learned over the years is this: I can’t fix anything by worrying about it. I can’t untangle a mess by overthinking. But I can find peace by handing it over to God.

There are times when I need practical help, too. Sometimes that means talking to my doctor and getting medication for a true chemical imbalance. Other times, it means meeting with a therapist who can help me gain perspective when my thoughts become too inwardly focused. These are all important and valid tools.

But in every situation, I need to turn my focus back to God.

One of my favorite scriptures is

Philippians 4:6–7

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”