Finding Peace in a Chaotic World

Sunset in a beautiful Nevada Desert

A couple of years ago I went to NV to visit my son and his wife. Their apartment is on the edge of Las Vegas so we drove to the desert to flee the noise and glitter of the crowds. Oh how peaceful it was. I came home refreshed and renewed. It took so little and yet I forgot how easy I it is to change my perception and my experience.

Now I live in an assisted living facility in Ohio, far from the NV desert and yet not far from a peaceful walk across the street from my building or a delightful swing in the courtyard. But if I don’t encourage myself to do one or the other or something else, I forget and just give in to myself.

So this year I’m creating new thoughts–not resolutions–just loving thoughts that focus on me and what blesses my spirit and my body and soul.

Isaiah 26:3: “If you trust in God and focus on Him, He will give you perfect peace. Psalm 4:8: When you lie down, you will not be afraid. You’ll sleep in peace because God is with you. Romans 8:6: Thinking about our human nature leads to death, but thinking about the Spirit brings peace and life.”

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Finding Peace in a Chaotic World — 15 Comments

Sandy on January 29, 2024 at 4:26 pm said:

Thank you so much Karen for your encouraging writing. How wonderful that you are creating new thoughts and concentrating on what blesses your spirit, body and soul.I am going along a similar path and it feels so much better. I’m looking forward to new creations this coming year with my writing, art, music and photography. I love the scripture and also the excerpt underneath it. How true it is.
Love you.
Sandy

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- Karen on February 12, 2024 at 2:55 pm said:
  
  So glad my message has blessed you.
  
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Marie Pinschmidt on January 29, 2024 at 4:34 pm said:

Karen, I hope you are blessed beyond measure.

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- Karen on February 2, 2024 at 7:02 am said:
  
  And you too, Marie, dear friend.
  
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- Karen on February 12, 2024 at 2:56 pm said:
  
  I am. And may the same be true for you, Marie.
  
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Glenda Wheeler on January 29, 2024 at 4:43 pm said:

Your words are so inspiring! Sending love, hugs and blessings to you today!!

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- Karen on February 2, 2024 at 7:03 am said:
  
  Thank you, Glenda. Let’s talk soon.
  
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- Karen on February 12, 2024 at 2:57 pm said:
  
  Thanks, Glenda. What a lovely thing to say.
  
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Joan Lucas on January 30, 2024 at 7:24 pm said:

I am right there with you, Karen.
Thank you for the scripture. Also will make a note of your excerpt. At this stage in life it’s not unusual to take time for what really matters. Peace, quieting the soul,and gentle exercise.
Blessings & Hugs💕

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- Karen on February 2, 2024 at 7:03 am said:
  
  Joan, it’s so lovely to hear from you.
  
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- Karen on February 12, 2024 at 2:58 pm said:
  
  Joan, your comment really blessed me.
  
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Beth Rayann Corder on February 2, 2024 at 8:33 am said:

Amen to this peaceful plan Karen.
Smiles, BRC

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- Karen on February 12, 2024 at 2:59 pm said:
  
  Beth, it’s wonderful to receive your beautiful comment.
  
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Etta Mae Kibby on February 6, 2024 at 2:39 pm said:

Your sweet spirit of contentment and acceptance of your circumstances is an inspiration to us all . The Lord is able to be our joy, comforter and wonderful companion through each cycle of life.
Thank you for sharing you insight. Love,

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- Karen on February 12, 2024 at 3:00 pm said:
  
  Etta Mae, I am blessed to read your encouraging words.
  
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Finding Peace in a Chaotic World

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