Post on 19-Feb-2017
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
(2 Timothy 1:7)
Anxiety has now surpassed depression as the most common mental health diagnosis among college students, though depression, too, is on the rise. More than half of students visiting campus clinics cite anxiety as a health concern . . . Nearly one in six college students has been diagnosed with or treated for anxiety within the last 12 months.
Hoffman, Jan. Anxious Students Strain College Mental Health Centers (cited in “The New York Times”)
• Medicine• Natural Remedies (acupuncture, yoga, exercise)• Counseling• Meditation/Mindfulness• Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Accept Thoughts/Feelings• Choose Values• Take Action
Life is difficult. This is a great truth, one of the greatest truths. It is a great truth because once we truly see this truth, we transcend it. Once we truly know that life is difficult—once we truly understand and accept it—then life is no longer difficult. Because once it is accepted, the fact that life is difficult no longer matters.
M. Scott Peck
“God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference”
The Serenity Prayer
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D&C 122:
5 If thou art called to pass through tribulation; if thou art in perils (x3) . . . .
6 If thou art accused with all manner of false accusations; if thine enemies fall upon thee; if they tear thee from the society of thy father and mother and brethren and sisters; and if with a drawn sword thine enemies tear thee from the bosom of thy wife, and of thine offspring . . .
7 And if thou shouldst be cast into the pit, or into the hands of murderers, and the sentence of death passed upon thee; if thou be cast into the deep; if the billowing surge conspire against thee; if fierce winds become thine enemy; if the heavens gather blackness, and all the elements combine to hedge up the way; and above all, if the very jaws of hell shall gape open the mouth wide after thee . . .
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V 7 know thou, my son, that all these things shall give thee experience, and shall be for thy good.
V 9 God shall be with you forever and ever
IF KNOW THEREFORE
V9 Therefore, hold on . . . fear not [and] cheerfully do all things that lie in your power (123:17)
IF KNOW THEREFORE FOR MY GOOD
Know thou, my son, that all these things shall give thee experience, and shall be for thy good (D&C 122:7)
Is it possible to combine the Lessons from liberty Jail with Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Dr. Dallas JohnsonBYU-Idaho CounselingACT Certified
Dr. Nathan WilliamsBYU-Idaho ReligionJoseph Smith Scholar
Dr. Gary PurseBYU-Idaho ReligionMeditation Scholar
IF KNOW THEREFORE FOR MY GOOD Accept Thoughts Choose Values Take Action
PEACE VISION AGENCY BECOME
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It was meant to be that life would be challenge. To suffer some anxiety, some depression, some disappointment, even some failure is normal. Teach our members that if they have a good, miserable day once in while, or several in a row, to stand steady and face them. Things will straighten out. There is a great purpose in our struggle in life. President Boyd K. Packer
The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern. Beautiful people do not just happen.
Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
IFAccept Thoughts
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[ ]The Golden Mean
Courage Caution
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[ ]The Golden Mean
Aversion (Avoidance) Attachment
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A pebble held close to the eye appears to be a gigantic obstacle. Cast on the ground, it is seen in perspective. Likewise, [the] problems or trials in our lives need to be viewed in perspective... No matter how difficult something you or a loved one faces, it should not take over your life and be the center of all your interest. Challenges are growth experiences, temporary scenes to be played out on the background of a happy life. Don’t become so absorbed in a single event that you can’t think of anything else or care for yourself or for those who depend upon you.
Elder Richard G. Scott
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My son, peace be unto thy soul; thine adversity and thine afflictions shall be but a small moment
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Thoughts = FACT or FICTION
Worry = Unlikely Maybes
What to do with worry – it’s up to you!
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Reality
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"The discrepancy between the real and imagined is the root of suffering.”
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D&C 123:17• Cheerfully• Stand Still• With Faith• To see the Lord’s will
Other practices:• H.E.A.L.• Urge Surfing• Mindful Eating, Walking• Notice 5 Things• Bridal Meditations
IF KNOWAccept Thoughts Choose Values
PEACE VISION
Who do I want to become = Vision
What Matters Most = Values
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The Three Parts of PurposeClayton M. Christensen
1. Likeness or “the person I want to become”2. Becoming Committed3. Finding the Right Metric
• A man who is dedicated to improve the lives of other people• A kind, honest, forgiving, and selfless husband, father, and friend• A man who just doesn’t believe in God, but who believes God
IF KNOWAccept Thoughts Choose Values
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• A man who is dedicated to improve the lives of other people• A kind, honest, forgiving, and selfless husband, father, and friend• A man who just doesn’t believe in God, but who believes God
What are his Values?• Dedication• Service• Spouse• Children• Friends• Faith• Discipleship
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Have to(fear)
Ought to(guilt)
Want to(love)
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J.O.Y.(2 NEPHI 2:25)
What are his Values?• Discipleship (J)• Faith (J)• Service (O)• Spouse (O)• Children (O)• Friends (O)• Dedication (Y)
IF KNOWAccept Thoughts Choose Values
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"Only when you lift a burden, God will lift your burden. Divine paradox this! The man who staggers and falls because his burden is too great can lighten that burden by taking on the weight of another's burden. You get by giving, but your part of giving must be given first.”
President Spencer W. Kimball
IF KNOW THEREFORE Accept Thoughts Choose Values Take Action
PEACE VISION AGENCY
Weak is he who permits his thoughts to control his actions; strong is he who forces his actions to control his thoughts
Og Mandino
IF KNOW THEREFORE Accept Thoughts Choose Values Take Action
PEACE VISION AGENCY
Weak is he who permits his [worries] to control his actions; strong is he who forces his actions to control his [worries]
Og Mandino
IF KNOW THEREFORE Accept Thoughts Choose Values Take Action
PEACE VISION AGENCY
Therefore Stop
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Importance:
Satisfaction:
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Is there a discrepancy? If so, why? (what are the barriers?)
How do you feel about this value in action?
Value = My Children
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IF KNOW THEREFORE FOR MY GOOD Accept Thoughts Choose Values Take Action
PEACE VISION AGENCY BECOME
Know thou, my son, that all these things shall give thee experience, and shall be for thy good (D&C 122:7)
IF KNOW THEREFORE FOR MY GOOD Accept Thoughts Choose Values Take Action
PEACE VISION AGENCY BECOME
D&C 123:17 17 Therefore, dearly beloved brethren, let us cheerfully do all things that lie in our power; and then may we stand still, with the utmost assurance, to see the salvation of God, and for his arm to be revealed.
The Final Therefore!
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