St. Francis de Sales taught us this about worry and anxiety, “With the single exception of sin, anxiety is the greatest evil that can happen to a soul.”

He also said, “Do not look forward in fear to the changes and chances of this life; Rather, look to them with full confidence that, as they arise,
God, to whom you belong will in His love enable you to profit by them.  He has guided you thus far in life, and He will lead you safely through all trials; and when you cannot stand it, God will bury you in His arms.

Today pray Psalm 86 –

“Incline your ear, Lord, and answer me,

for I am poor and oppressed.

Preserve my life, for I am devoted;

save your servant who trusts in you.

You are my God; be gracious to me, Lord;

to you I call all the day.

Gladden the soul of your servant;

to you, Lord, I lift up my soul.

Lord, you are good and forgiving,

most merciful to all who call on you.

Lord, hear my prayer;

listen to my cry for help.

On the day of my distress I call to you,

for you will answer me.

I will praise you with all my heart,

glorify your name forever, Lord my God.

Your mercy to me is great;

you have rescued me from the depths of Sheol.

O God, the arrogant have risen against me;

a ruthless band has sought my life;

to you they pay no heed.

But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God,

slow to anger, abounding in mercy and truth.

Turn to me, be gracious to me;

give your strength to your servant;

save the son of your handmaid.

Give me a sign of your favor:

make my enemies see, to their confusion,

that you, Lord, help and comfort me.” 

So when worry and anxiety enter your heart or your mind, take a deep breath – exhale the worry & anxiety into God’s hands.  Then ask God to fill you with peace, joy and trust.

May God Be Praised!