Q: “My psychiatrist says that I am suffering from kleptomania. What should I do?”
A: “Whatever you do, don’t take anything for it!”

There are times in life when doing nothing is doing everything. Most of the time, inaction is action in the opposite direction and then there are times when doing nothing is doing something. Most of the time, we need to act responsibly and quickly to issues that surface. At other times, trying to fix something immediately can add to the strain and stress that we are already trying to manage, compounding the problem. Do any of these verses resonate? Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God.” Isaiah 53:7 “…He opened not his mouth.” Exodus 14:13-14 And Moses said to the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD…The LORD will fight for you, and you shall hold your peace.”When insulted or misunderstood, we immediately want to strike back and defend ourselves. When angered, we want to lash out. When wronged, we want to retaliate. These reactions can make matters worse. Hence, there is wisdom in doing nothing.

I’ve paid a price at times when I prematurely acted when I should have waited and vice versa— a lesson I am still trying to learn.

Just a thought,
Carl

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