Some days my soul feels knotted up with worry over problems I cannot fix. You know that feeling—when your chest feels tight, your thoughts spiral, and even your shoulders seem to carry the weight of the world. When I feel myself spinning with grumpy thoughts that only make the knots pull tighter, I've learned what to do.



















I know I need a change of scenery and some new thoughts. Sometimes it's settling into chairs by peaceful water, other times it's our patio surrounded by cornfields—but there's something about being outside that helps my soul breathe again. I close my eyes and really listen—to the cheerful chatter of birds, to the gentle sounds of God's creation all around me. I feel the wind soft against my skin, whether it's rippling across water or winding its way through growing fields, like a gentle reminder that God's presence surrounds us even when we can't see Him.

Sitting there in that vast openness, I bring what feels unfixable by me to the One who holds all things together. I also process the deep disappointment over things that didn't turn out the way I thought they should—you know those dreams that crumble, those prayers that seem unanswered. One by one, I loosen my grip on them and place them in God's capable hands. I ask Him to help me deal with the swirl of emotions threatening to pull me under.

As I sit there processing, something beautiful happens. In the peace of God's presence, I feel the knots in my soul begin to loosen as I loosen my grip and give my cares to God. The tight feeling in my chest eases. My breathing slows. The grumpy thoughts quiet to a whisper.

 When Your Soul Feels Knotted Up 

These are some of the coaching tools I've learned to help myself navigate life's challenges. I would love to share them with you.