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Anxiety and worry are crippling issues for many people. In this age of technology it is easier than ever before to compare ourselves to one another, which can lead to a lot of thoughts of inadequacy. What does Paul say in this verse: don’t worry about anything! "Be careful for nothing." NOTHING! If only it were that easy...but can it be?I would like you to try something the next time you feel anxious or worried: immediately mention it to God when it happens. Notice the feeling, mention it, and see what happens. I think you will be surprised by the results. I often feel most anxious in the morning: I think about the things that I need to do that day, the things I didn’t do yesterday, and the things I will think about tomorrow. Basically, I am a nervous and anxious wreck. I have a habit that has helped me greatly with this issue, however: every morning, I wake up and pray.Immediately. I don’t toss and turn in bed, I don’t check my phone, I don’t make coffee...I go immediately to pray. The effects have been tremendous in terms of dealing with my anxiety. Let me explain a bit more from my own perspective because this verse and a few others really helped shape my routine and improve my life.The first reason I like to pray in the morning is because it quiets my mind. Suddenly the day ahead of me becomes more clear. I know what things I want to deal with immediately, what things I can put on the back burner, and what things I might not have to deal with at all. Second, although you might think I would be sleepy as a result, I have found that I actually wake up. My mind is fresh and free to wander a bit, and I have a nice conversation to start the day. Third, and I believe this is the most important, I am given an opportunity to thank God for all that I am grateful for. This prayer of thanksgiving starts my day on a positive note, and it trickles down into all the things that I do that day.Anxiety is something that we all deal with on a daily basis. How we manage it is up to us. I suggest that you follow Paul’s advice and try to not worry. Take the steps that he and I suggest, by approaching the Lord with any requests. You will notice a difference. Thanks be to God.