We’re bombarded by stress.

Stress is playing havoc on our lives.

Stress is real and often unavoidable. But maybe there is stress that doesn’t need to qualify as stress?

I know I can allow certain things to have a place-hold in my psyche that should not be there. Many stressors are circumstantial and unavoidable, but how we respond to certain stressors can make a difference in how our mind and body absorb the stress. Perhaps it’s our over-stimulated lives and added stressors such as relationships, finances, careers, families, health, and HURRICANES!

So, what can we do?

Maybe what we need is a “catch and release” strategy in dealing with certain stressors that unnecessarily rob us of our joy.

If we can identify or catch (like a fish) the stressor, then try not to allow it to linger, but release it- back to the sea. 

It may require some hard work to deliberately try to refocus our thoughts and intentions as we recognize what might be a disrupter of good mental health. This can be done through purpose-driven intentions.

Not all stressors need a foothold.

So the next time some inevitable stressor is weighing on you, maybe try a catch and release approach. It may allow for much-needed space in our mind, body, and spirit.

This is one of my favorite, and yes-there are so, so many, John Denver songs. When I’m alone in my house, I can belt it with all my might.