Today's Angel Card Is...
Nine of Swords: Stress
This card represents the need to clear your mind and relax. You may have been experiencing pent-up stress, which is causing anxiety, worry, and fear to consume you. Perhaps you’ve even been unable to get to sleep as lingering thoughts keep you concerned well into the night. Being stressed for too long can make you ill, so rather than making a trip to the doctor or worse still the emergency room, slow down and smell the roses!
Chronic Stress Can Lead to a Trip to the Emergency Room
Nip stress in the bud before it begins to take over your life. Overthinking is causing this unhealthy state of mind. Without realizing it, you’ve made worrying a daily habit that is consuming too much of your mental energy and focus. These thoughts are putting your focus on the negative things in life and preventing you from seeing things objectively.
The best antidote to this anxiety is cultivating faith and restoring your sense of optimism. Whenever the negative thoughts creep in, you can simply say “I acknowledge you, but leave now.” This practice will help you notice when your thoughts are steering you into a downward spiral. Stay focused on positive thoughts and events that will keep the emergency room out of the picture!
Bear in mind that it is also immensely helpful to share your concerns with others. You do not have to feel isolated and alone with your doubts, fears, or troubles. Reaching out to a trusted friend, advisor, or counselor will be extremely beneficial to you right now. As you voice your thoughts, you’ll begin to see they are not as scary as they may seem in your mind.