Psalm 32:7, “Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah.”
Emotions play a very important role in our lives. Part of life is being able to feel joy, sadness, anxiety, and excitement. The ability to feel plays a major role in our relationships with others, decision-making, etc. At the same time, emotions can vary widely and are not always based on the truth. Our emotions can be a major barrier to coping effectively with stressors and fully grasping our self-worth in Christ. We must learn how to manage our emotions rather than letting them manage us. Below are tools that can help you better understand your emotions and know how to regulate them.
- Rate the intensity of your emotions and physical sensations.
- Use skills that help you cope through the emotions and sensations at that particular level.
For Further Information:
Quick Self-Calming Video 
This 5:01 video will guide you through a simple exercise to pace your breathing and to shift your emotions to be calmer and more positive. For more information on this helpful tool, visit HeartMath.
Audio Meditations
Scriptural Truth Meditation on God’s Character 
This 2:42 audio can help you to slow down and focus on the truths about who God is. This can be very helpful during times when life is stressful. [ACCFS]
Other Helpful Tools for Self-Calming
Truth Talk Truth Talk Audio
ACCFS Staff frequently recommend reading and/or listening to Truth Talk to help people identify negative self-talk and replace it with a godly, healthy alternative. It only takes a few minutes to read it or listen to the audio. Try it for a week or two and see if you notice a difference!
