Controling the Demons Within…

Dear Lord; Well Father, this was to say the least not the weekend I had planned.  No major crises, but through a series of unintended twists I ended up dealing with some frustration and other unwanted emotions.  Now, whenever I start feeling this way, I try to take a step back and analyze why I’m having these outpourings and whether or not they’re rational and in the proper levels for the situation.  In this case, they really weren’t.  I had myself quite worked up for a series of reasonably insignificant issues, and that very much concerned me.  A little quiet contemplation, and some deep breathing and I was able to regain my balance, but it did make it apparent to me how easy it can be sometimes to let things go out of proportion.  Therefore, for myself and for all those who struggle with our inner demons from time to time, please help guide us to see past those emotions.  Let us feel Your Heavenly Hand on our shoulders, and help us make good, loving and rational decisions.  Amen.  ~Phather Phil