SOW-S Stress Management

Which of the following is a biblical truth about stress?

• Stress means you are not faithful enough

• God promises stress free peace

• Christian always leads a stress free life

• Jesus understands our pain and walks with us through it

Why do you think God allows us to experience stress?

• To punish us

• To help us grow and put our faith in him

• Because He doesn't care

• To confuse us

What helps you feel closer to God when you're stressed?

(Music, reading scripture, talking, journaling, prayer, ...)

What is your biggest source of stress right now?

• School work

• Friendships

• Family issues

• Social media

• Identity or Self worth

What do you usually do when you feel stressed or overwhelmed?

• Talk to someone

• Keep it to myself

• Distract myself with music or social media

• Journal or pray

Describe a recent moment you felt stressed or crushed in spirit like Elijah. What triggered it, and how did you manage it?

If Jesus was with you in that stressful moment, what do you think He would say to you?

_{(This is your compassionate talk you can use with yourself when you feel stressed)}

Which of the 4Rs do you find most challenging and why?

Release: 1-2 minutes daily praying about the stressor

2. Root: Choose one Bible verse related and repeat it to yourself when you fee anxious.

3. Receive: Find 5 minutes of quiet time each day

4. Repeat: Make a conscious effort to practice these steps daily,

What is a healthy way you have learned to manage stress, and how has it helped you?

Design your own “Stress Survival Kit.” List 3-5 things: spiritual, emotional, and physical, to help you stay grounded when life feels overwhelming.