Peace Amidst Storms: Navigating Through Negative Emotions

Mar 10, 2021 09:38 PM Central
Heather Martin
Health
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Peace Amidst Storms: Navigating Through Negative Emotions

Sometimes the unexpected happens in life such as a miscarriage, postpartum depression, child with a serious illness, or taking in elderly parents. How do we handle these situations? What do these situations look like?

There are ugly moments when some of these things happen along our journey. This is when our relationship with God is strengthened . . . even when there are days that don’t seem to go fast enough or moments when we’re full of fear.

Are fear and anger okay as a Christian?

Yes, it’s okay to feel. It is okay to be afraid and to be angry. The biggest thing is how we handle those emotions and who we look to. God is our strength during those moments.

I remember the day I found out about my dad’s brain tumors (while also going through a cancer journey with my daughter) . . . fear and anger were very prominent emotions in that moment. I decided to take a short “me time” moment. During that time, I remember just sitting on the floor crying out to the Lord, yelling and screaming, being afraid and unsure of the future.

I know that crying out to the Lord is what He wants. He wants us to look to Him in times of need. He wants us to be vulnerable and to put all our trust in Him.

Placing this verse on my refrigerator has been a great reminder and a great staple in my life, and I hope it helps you in times of need, fear, anger, or moments when you need a reminder about God's faithfulness:

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 NIV

After my moment of crying to the Lord for help and guidance, I felt a sense of peace. His love overcame me.

When negative feelings arise, it’s important that we call out to Him and reach out to our spouse or loved ones.

There may be days when we don't want to get out of bed, don't feel like showering, or don't eat much of anything. Fear, anger, and sadness can be overwhelming. During these times, we must remember that God has His arms wrapped around us. He loves us. He will never leave us.

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Meet Heather Martin

The sterile scent of hospitals, the hushed, hopeful whispers, and the gnawing fear that lives in every waiting room – these became the unwanted backdrop of my life. It wasn't a single event, but a relentless series of challenges that slowly, profoundly, reshaped my understanding of health and ultimately, my purpose.

It began with my own daughter's cancer diagnosis. The helplessness I felt was amplified a thousandfold. As we navigated her treatment, I scrutinized every aspect of her care, seeking not just survival, but thriving. I began to ask different questions, looking beyond the conventional to see how diet, lifestyle, and a holistic approach could support her body through the immense challenges she faced.

Then, the world tilted on its axis with my beloved father. His terminal cancer diagnosis was a crushing blow, an unyielding reality that traditional medicine, for all its marvels, couldn't alter. We watched, we hoped, we grieved. In the midst of that raw pain, a seed of curiosity took root: Was there more to healing than what we were being told?

My own body then sent a jarring message. I experienced a hemiplegic migraine, an terrifying event that starkly mimicked stroke-like symptoms. The sudden loss of function, the fear, the uncertainty – it was a profound wake-up call. It forced me to confront my own health, which I had unconsciously neglected while caring for others. It was in that moment of vulnerability that I truly understood the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit.

I realized then that I didn't just want to heal; I wanted to understand why we get sick and how to build true, resilient health from the ground up. I wanted to change the trajectory of my own life, and more importantly, my family's life, away from chronic illness and towards vibrant well-being.

This intense, personal journey ignited an unshakeable passion within me. I devoured knowledge, exploring functional nutrition, mind-body practices, and the profound impact of lifestyle on health. I became an integrative health practitioner because I couldn't keep this newfound understanding to myself. My deepest desire is to guide others through their own health challenges, to empower them with the knowledge and tools to create their own new beginnings, and to help them rewrite their family's health story, just as I've strived to do for my own. It's not just a profession; it's a calling born from love, loss, and a relentless hope for a healthier future for all.

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