The Elder
advised a mother with shattered nerves due to serious trials, to struggle to
become holy. At the same time, he gave
her practical advice so that she could manage to escape from her melancholy. She should take care to get rid of unpleasant
memories and fears; she should remember pleasing events; she should always
cultivate optimistic thoughts about the future; she should listen to good music
that she likes; go out for walks in the countryside; go with Christian ladies,
who were friends of hers, to vespers and vigils, and also to the Divine Liturgy
on Sunday; and she should pray with trust in Christ.
The above is
basic advice that seems like it could apply to most anyone in our stress filled
age filled with temptations, disappointments and sorrows. Pres.
Candace
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