Saw this post accidentally and I found this quite worth a read.
7 Habits of Chronically Unhappy People
I realized that I got most of the points especially number 4 (You compare yourself to others and harbor jealousy). I wondered if I should also stop one year for studying as the others, and find a quiet and peaceful place that can reduce my anxiety. My conditions has become better since last month after a long talk with my friends and pastor and a sudden realize of the anxiety. I still wonder where my anxiety comes from. But God's word help me to come through those barriers. I can still remember the minister told us that, 'if you feel afraid, read Psalms 91, which is the bible reading from the Sunday congregation.
I tried it immediately after I got home. I read it out loud and started to cry. I felt so release after the reading. I felt extremely calm after I finished the words. Yes, God is working on me. Hallelujah! Praised to be God. I had been sleeping so soundly after that day. I didn't wake up at 6 am in the morning for the whole week. (Well, it came back these days as I realized I woke up at 6.45 a.m automatically no matter how late I slept)
So, the bible is with me everyday, every night. I think prayer works. I pray to have a better sleep and I receive the response from God. I asked for a better appetite and I also got the response too.
I didn't know if people who read this would believe me. However, it did happen on me and I hope it will happen on you too. So, when you are afraid of something, open your bible and read Psalms 91; when you feel stress, just dump your work aside, do something that you like, pray and ask for peace. As Proverbs 16:3 said, 'Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.'
That is all for today :)) Feeling so loved tonight.
Goodnight.