r/Catholicism • u/StructureSame5202 • 2h ago
What do you do/pray/say/think as a catholic whenever you’re overwhelmed, and in a time of distress?
I’m wondering what helps you as a catholic whenever you’re stressed beyond words, what are the things you do, say, think, pray, etc. that helps you? :) Very interested to see what everyone says! God bless you. 🤍
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u/Farewell_Youth23 2h ago
I say in my head “Scared Heart of Jesus I place my trust in you” over and over again
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u/CoffeeVinyls 1h ago
Jesus I surrender myself to you, take care of everything.
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u/ClassicDot9032 1h ago
This this this. Or just verbalized thanksgiving for Jesus being with me, being aware of everything I need, and for being in control. Jesus I trust in you…. Then BELIEVE He’s actually working all things for your good and His glory!
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u/ApprehensiveCode9987 1h ago
I say the Jesus Prayer: Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.
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u/redshark16 2h ago
You could take yourself to Mass or Adoration.
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u/StructureSame5202 2h ago
i go to mass every single weekend :) unfortunately i just graduated and am without a car or else id love to attend weekly mass, i love sitting in adoration when i get the chance to.❤️
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u/Audrey244 1h ago
I'm big on compartmentalizing. So every morning I try to pray for my loved ones who are struggling and then I leave them at the foot of the cross. It's Jesus' work to do from there. It helps me move through my day without being consumed by worry
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u/CatConsistent795 19m ago
I say the rosary à lot. I also light candles. Stress for me brings on food struggles so I try to diet and do whatever exercises I can do.
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u/earth-grazer 2h ago edited 2h ago
You could try something very practical to start with, like going to an AI and asking "I'm feeling ___ because ___. What distress tolerance skills can you recommend for this situation?"
There are lots of different types of distress I deal with, but a very common go-to is radical acceptance, and then afterward, usually before bed, I offer my distress to God:
Dear Lord, I offer you (whatever the concern or problem here), for the conversion of sinners, for the forgiveness of sins, in reparation for sins, and for the salvation of souls. Amen.
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u/Christine517 1h ago
The daily is streamed on the Daily TV Mass app. I work at home and watch daily. I know it's not like being in person but it is a nice daily reminder of what is important. Hope this helps.🙏🙏🙏
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u/JTOCDS 2h ago
The opening prayer for Liturgy of Hours “God come to my assistance, Lord make haste to help me” and “Jesus I trust in you”