S1E19 When we are overstimulated

Being overstimulated is a way of life: noise, kids, announcements, text messages, phone calls, etc. Sometimes it feels impossible to escape it. But there are ways to advocate for your mental health when you feel yourself reaching max capacity. Rachel and Melissa share the ways they struggle with overstimulation, some key phrases that have helped them, and how the Bible has challenged them to reframe their thinking.

Show Notes:

How to deal with overstimulation:

• Boundaries boundaries boundaries.
• Recognizing what you need. 
• Communicating expectations.

Phrases to use:

• Can you ask me again at ____time?
• Now’s not a great time, can I make a note to get back to you?
• Sorry, it’s not you, it’s me. 

1. To prepare for a major task Luke 4:1-2, 14-15. After Jesus was baptized He spent 40 days praying in the wilderness. After this He was tempted by Satan and then began His public ministry.
2. To recharge after hard work Mark 6:30-32. Jesus sent the 12 disciples out to do ministry. When they returned He encouraged them to separate from the people who were following them to rest.
3. To work through grief Matthew 14:1-13. After Jesus learned that his cousin John the Baptist had been beheaded, He went away by Himself. Yes, even the Son of God grieves.
4. Before making an important decision Luke 6:12-13. Early in His ministry Jesus spent the whole night alone in prayer. The next day He chose his 12 disciples.
5. In a time of distress Luke 22:39-44. Hours before Jesus was arrested He went to the Mt. of Olives and went a short distance away from His disciples to pray. He was in great emotional agony knowing what he was about to face.
6. To focus on prayer Luke 5:16. Many times in Jesus’ ministry He spent time alone in prayer.

Challenge: Spend some time thinking about what puts you over the edge and advocating for yourself.