Should I go to Life Chain or not (Repost)

[A_Really_Big_Cat]

Reposting for visibility.

This Sunday there will be a Life Chain downtown, and I want to feel like I’m doing something to help, but thinking about going makes my anxiety shoot through the roof. I have a ton of conflicting emotions because one part of my brain is saying that if I don’t go I’ll miss out on an opportunity to meet people and do the right thing, but another part is saying that it could be dangerous, and another part is saying that I’m a failure for not taking risks and take up a cross like God wants me to do, and another part is saying that I’d break down and make a mistake if I do it, and that I should look for other, less stressful ways to do the right thing. Bear in mind that I really don’t feel that agonizing about the Church and social justice is good for my health, and I really just want to do God’s will.

 

[1ke]

If you have an anxiety disorder you should talk to your therapist about it and let them guide you as to whether or not it is advisable.

You should also talk to your pastor about your concerns.

 

[Lee1]

I agree with the prior poster.
Sometimes we must make a stand but having said that I’m sure that God wants you well and not torn by anxiety.
Perhaps there are other ways you could help the Life Chain people without giving yourself undue stress?

 

[Pug]

Sounds like it is optional to go. I’d not go until I resolved the issue that is cutting up my peace so badly. In my case, that might mean I never go. God is working on me, and I know I am most in God’s will when I am at peace. Perhaps you could pray at home. Your location does not make your prayers go unheard.