Knowing what to do whenever you are feeling one kind

How are you feeling today? Once you are able to identify your feeling, the next step is taking the appropriate steps. The truth is while there is a generic formula that fits everyone averagely, you may need to vary some of the parameters to suit your particular personality.

Here is a basic list, and it seems quite reasonable, right?

Tired                —>     Nap

Sad                  —>     Music

Stressed          —>     Walk

Angry               —>     Exercise

Burnt out         —>     Read

Feeling lost     —>     Pray

Overthinking   —>     Write

Anxious           —>     Meditate

For some people, their approach may have been using the same method for all their feelings, like the person who sleeps through every problem, pain or perplexity.

Tired                —>    Nap

Sad                  —>    Nap

Stressed         —>    Nap

Angry              —>    Nap

Burnt out        —>    Nap

Feeling lost    —>     Nap

Overthinking  —>     Nap

Anxious          —>     Nap

While thinking about this, I asked myself, is there a feeling and action list from scriptures like this that we can search and apply? The answer is yes! This is by no means an exhaustive list, but it can at least start you in the process of knowing what to do when you are feeling one kind.

1. Feeling Fearful – Action: Trust in the Lord and find refuge in Him. (Psalm 56:3-4)

2. Feeling Doubtful – Action: Ask God for wisdom and believe in His promises. (James 1:5-6)

3. Feeling Grieved – Action: Turn to God for comfort and hope, knowing that He will one day wipe away every tear. (Revelation 21:4)

4. Feeling Envious – Action: Rejoice with those who rejoice, and do not compare yourself to others. (Romans 12:15)

5. Feeling Angry – Action: Be slow to anger and quick to listen, and do not let the sun go down on your anger. (James 1:19-20, Ephesians 4:26)

6. Feeling Discouraged – Action: Find strength in the Lord and His promises, and do not lose heart. (Isaiah 40:31, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18)

7. Feeling Anxious – Action: Cast your cares on the Lord and find peace in His presence. (Philippians 4:6-7)

8. Feeling Lost: Seek God’s guidance and direction, trusting that He will lead and guide you. (Proverbs 3:5-6)

9. Feeling Sad: Turn to God in prayer and praise, and trust in His promise to comfort those who mourn. (Psalm 34:18, Psalm 42:11)

10. Feeling Hopeless: Remember God’s promises and trust in His faithfulness, believing that He is able to do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine. (Ephesians 3:20, Romans 15:13)

11. Feeling Depressed: Seek comfort in God’s presence, and reach out to trusted friends or family for support and encouragement. (Psalm 23:4, Proverbs 17:17)

12. Feeling Stressed: Cast your anxieties on the Lord, and practice self-care by taking time to rest and prioritize what is truly important. (1 Peter 5:7, Matthew 11:28-30)

13. Feeling Overwhelmed: Seek wise counsel and support from others, and prioritize prayer and seek God’s wisdom in decision-making. (Proverbs 11:14, James 1:5)

14. Feeling Left Out: Remember that you are deeply loved and valued by God, and seek to love and serve others as Christ has loved us. (John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8)

15. Feeling Heartbroken: Seek comfort and healing in God’s presence, and trust in His promise to bind up the brokenhearted. (Psalm 34:18, Isaiah 61:1)

16. Feeling Nauseous: Pray for God’s healing and peace, and take practical steps to care for your physical health. (Jeremiah 30:17, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20)

17. Feeling Oppressed: Turn to God for strength and deliverance, and seek support and encouragement from trusted friends and family. (Psalm 18:2, Psalm 34:17-18)

18. Feeling Bullied: Seek God’s guidance and wisdom in responding to the situation, and trust in His promise to defend the weak and oppressed. (Psalm 10:17-18, Psalm 140:12)

19. Feeling Numb: Seek God’s comfort and healing in prayer and worship, and reach out to trusted friends or a counselor for support and guidance. (Psalm 34:18, Ecclesiastes 4:9-10)

20. Feeling Broke: Trust in God’s provision and seek His wisdom in managing your finances. Give generously and sacrificially as you are able, and seek contentment in Him rather than material wealth. (Proverbs 3:9-10, Matthew 6:33, 2 Corinthians 9:7)

I hope this blesses you and you share it with others to bless them too.

Kind Regards,

Adeolu Akinyemi.