This is a Test... This is Only a Test

Some of you may remember the tests of the Emergency Broadcast systems that would appear many years ago on television. The program would be interrupted, a piercing tone would be played and, then, an announcer would say, "This is a test. This is only a test of the emergency broadcast system."  I remember holding my breath when I heard the tone, then breathing out when I heard the phrase that told me all was well.

Over the past few months whenever I have been faced with a challenge I hear, in my head, the same phrase that let me know that there was no emergency and I could carry on with the regular events of the day. When I first started hearing the phrase I was puzzled, then I became amused at the clever way Spirit had chosen to remind me that there was really nothing to be worried about.

Hearing that calming phrase reminds me that every challenge I face is simply a test... most probably one I created for myself for the good of my Soul.

If you find yourself facing a challenge and are beginning to feel anxiety regarding the situation I humbly offer the following: First..... breathe until the anxiety lessens. Then, remind yourself that what your facing is simply a test. One you created for yourself. And one you will pass.