My husband and I have adopted a new policy. Everytime we are faced with a situation that does not settle well with us we look at one another and make a determination - is it or is it not "our problem"? Is this something we should expend our energy and time on? If it is something that "really" doesn't pertain to us or we do not have the power to change it - we look at one another and say "NMP" - "Not My Problem".

We have wasted hours, maybe even months being upset, angry, frustrated and more on issues that are - not our problem. We have learned over the past couple of years that having "No Drama" as our number one rule is an absolute must for us. By realizing that some things are beyond our control, we have eliminated drama, stress, frustration and anger from our lives.

Here's the reality of life - everyone makes decisions. Some good, some bad. Some will bleed over into our world and how we handle them will determine the climate of our life. Realize that just because someone makes a decision that you don't like does not mean that you have to carry the weight of it. They will answer for it - good or bad. They will either be the hero or the villan - either way, you get to choose what you will do with other people's decisions. You can either own them or turn them over to Christ and allow Him to handle it.

If you find that your home is full of frustration, anger, stress and negative energy - ask yourself an honest question - "Is this really my problem?" You might be surprised at the answer.

"Casting the whole of your care (all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all) on Him, for He cares for you affectionately and cares about you watchfully"

I Peter 5:7 AMP