"What Is Happening to My Mind? Part 2" | It’s Not Just You

Title: What Is Happening to My Mind? Part 2

September 20

Teacher: Charlie McMahan

GROUP QUESTIONS

1 The loss of vitality. The loss of time. The loss of companionship. The loss of idealism. These are all indicative of the human condition. Which one of the four is particularly relevant to you right now?

2 Think of a a recent loss of something or someone. Which of the ten stages of grief do you particularly remember?

Stage One: Shock

Stage Two: Emotion

Stage Three: Depression and Lonliness

Stage Four: Physical Symptoms of Distress

Stage Five: Panic

Stage Six: Guilt

Stage Seven: Anger

Stage Eight: Resistance

Stage Nine: Hope

Stage Ten: Affirmation of Reality

3 Philippians 4:8 challenges us, “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy- think about these things.” Take a moment, grab a journal, or use your phone, and begin the process of “distracting” your brain with intentional, positive thoughts. Start with today’s today and when you are finished with the list, write down the date and start a new list.

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True: Noble: Right: Pure: Lovely: Admirable: Excellent: Praiseworthy:

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