United States stock futures fell and oil prices have risen after the White House announced over the weekend a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The news came after marathon talks with Iran failed to reach an agreement that would end the war.
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In better news, Russia and Ukraine observed a truce in their war across the Orthodox Easter weekend. However, a spokesman for Vladimir Putin ruled out extending the ceasefire beyond Sunday (April 12).
Links to stress, anxiety
Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month? You won’t be surprised to learn that apparently unsolvable problems like war not only cause significant stress, but worrying about them also impairs cognitive functioning and makes things worse. I presume this is why counselors typically focus on stress management techniques we can control, such as deep breathing exercises and progressive muscle relaxation.
However, many people seem not to know that there is a cause of anxiety which underlies nearly all our stress. Like worrying about unsolvable problems, attempting to control it only makes it worse.
But when we choose the opposite of control, we discover the transforming hope available to every anxious heart today. Including yours.
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EDITOR’S NOTE — This story was originally published by Denison Forum.
