“When you cannot control what’s happening, challenge yourself to control how you respond to what’s happening.” Unknown

Learning to talk to yourself is of great value if we want to control our responses. We can tell ourselves to gracefully, even confidently accept matters beyond our control. This can keep what is happening around us from disturbing the peace within us. It is good to remind ourselves not only that "it is, what it is," it is also as God has allowed, and His grace is always sufficient for it. 

“Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God will for you who are in Christ Jesus.” 1Thess.5.18 Conversations Within” ts 1/16/2019