How to Wait Well: Mom's 3 Minute Rule
by Marilynn Chadwick
Don't worry about anything. Instead, pray about everything (Philippians 4:6 NLT).
How many times on any given day are you tempted to lose your patience? If you're like me, the answer is plenty. Next time a petty problem causes you to unravel, I challenge you to pause. Try to wait for three minutes before you allow yourself to become anxious. Time yourself, if necessary, but stay calm. Just for three minutes. Then see what happens. I'm amazed at how many of life's little whirlwinds clear up in three minutes! My kids used to call this "Mom's three-minute rule."
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