Life is constantly dealing us daily stresses and unexpected, difficult situations. Keeping destructive thoughts and feelings from getting into our heads is of paramount importance. Everyone is different, but it is tremendously helpful to have some way of turning inward to some resource which provides strength.

    Each day I spend some time in prayer, and this really helps my mental game. I believe the Lord is watching over me and – win or lose – everything happens according to His plan.

    That doesn’t mean I don’t get nervous – I sure do, because life is hard. And when fight time is not far off, my anxiety increases because I so badly want to win.

    I’m now aware that my wants do not always coincide with my needs. I help keep my perspective by reading the Bible on a regular basis, and this increases as Fight Day approaches.

    Studying the Bible reminds me that my interest is the Lord’s concern, although it may not feel like it at the time.