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Your response to the situations of life will be dependent on how prepared you are

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When the challenges of life come at you, it is the fortitude and stamina you have developed that will determine your response

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Anxiety is your body’s natural response to stress; a feeling of fear or apprehension about what is to come

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It is important that you are driven rightly and you have the right motive
If you are driven by fear, you are likely to make many mistakes

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Many times, anxiety is symptomatic of little faith in God
Matthew 6:30

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Fear of Missing Out is a social anxiety stemming from the belief that others might be having fun while the person experiencing the anxiety is not present
A desire to stay continually connected to what others are doing

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Areas where F.O.M.O reflects are:
1. Social Media Anxiety
Anxiety and fear that stems from things that are seen on social media.
We must be wary of the things that take our time and attention.

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2. Fear of Missing Opportunities
Because of anxiety, a lot of people have made mistakes and wrong decisions.
Let the spirit of God be your compass, so you don’t just jump into things and regret.

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A move, though great, if done in a haste might turn out to be disastrous

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Never pass off an opportunity for God to be glorified through you by making hasty decisions out of fear and anxiety

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Don't hasten God's promise
It's not your place to activate His promise, wait for his timing.

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How do you wait?
Like a waiter, ask God what He would have you do as you wait for what He has promised you.

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A lot of us want God to co-sign what we have decided instead of talking to Him before taking the decision.
Before you give in to your feelings, talk to God and ask what He would have you do.

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Practical Ways To Deal With Anxiety
1. Take out the fuel
Build your discipline, take away the source directly fueling your anxiety, delete apps if necessary

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2. Master Gratitude
One way that helps to master gratitude is to journal, to take accounts and count your blessings, resting assured in God’s ability to take care of your needs.

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3. Preparation
Many times, anxiety stems from a place of being inadequately prepared.
Preparation cannot be overemphasized
If God has told you something about your future, it is time for you prepare while you wait for it’s manifestation.

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4. Prayer
Prayer quenches anxiety
Rather than worrying, pray. When you pray, you gain clarity and get precise leadings.
Philippians 4:6-7

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5. Praise
To be effective in praise, you must learn to be content, knowing that the Lord is your shepherd
Philippians 4:11-13

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