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I would say that I've become an extremely patient person since graduating from college. Procrastination, impatience and anger resulted in constant anxiety. When I graduated, I pondered, why? Being impatient and angry hindered me. It was not an aide. Being calm accepting life is not perfect, depending on Jesus for peace. I really don't think I could be patient without letting go and letting God direct.

I probably struggle most when I am impatient with myself or my spouse. Since having a child, we are still learning about relationship shifts and being patient with a child. 😅

Good article!

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Glad you enjoyed it, Nicole! You've got a great point here--being impatient and angry doesn't actually... *help* or change anything. Prayers for you and your family as you navigate these new waters!

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I needed to read this today. Thank you, Sara.

I struggle the most with my babies. Something that helps tremendously is being in the state of grace. I know that it's time to go to confession when my response to a simple thing is disproportionate.

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I'm glad to hear that, Walther. We all have those days. I'll offer an extra prayer for your and your family tonight.

And yes, a-freaking-men to Confession. I was finally able to go on Monday, and it was like a cloud of built-up frustration just... dissipated. Almost like sin (especially compounded or habituated sin) has a negative effect on our relationships (: somehow I'm still learning that one.

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I struggle so much with patience with my kids, I grew up in a 'do what I say, when I say' home and so there was always a sense of urgency when we were given a task. I assumed (LOL) that we would have kids that respond the same....nope. Especially with our boys I have noticed it takes them just a little bit longer to process my directions. So that really is a daily excersise in patience for me.

I love James' advice! Just wait. Especially with a spouse, it's so important to keep respect for your spouse in tact, always. Loved today's article!!

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