Wearing a Prayer Cross to Manage Stress

Trying to survive in the modern world isn’t easy. The cost of living is high and the demands of trying to juggle a career and taking care of a family can really drive you to your wit’s end. In the middle of all this madness, you can find strength by relying on the love and guidance of a higher power. Several studies show that people who pray often and go to church regularly live longer and healthier lives. Indeed, having an intimate relationship with God leads to a richer and happier existence. With our busy lives though, God can sometimes take the backseat. We forget that He is supposed to be the center of our lives. To make sure we never lose touch with our heavenly Father, it helps to surround ourselves with constant reminders. One of the easiest ways to do this is by wearing a prayer cross every day.

Wearing religious pendants is a simple way to express our faith. Throughout the day, when we catch a glimpse of our reflection in the mirror or in those moments when we feel the pendant pressed against our skin, we are reminded of God and we can take a few seconds to direct our thoughts to Him. Perhaps we could silently utter a few words of thanks, a small prayer, or simply enjoy the powerful silence of His presence. Wearing a prayer cross might even help us change a few negative habits or attitudes. If you are known to have quite a temper for example, you can reach for your pendant every time you feel like letting off your anger on someone. Remind yourself of the gentleness of Jesus. Ask for patience. Ask for a gentle heart. Retreat to a quiet corner and take deep breaths. Perhaps you can do something distracting or exhausting to help you release those negative emotions.

Some people claim that wearing a Christian pendant every day has had a significant effect on their attitudes. They notice that they are nicer to everyone and themselves. Perhaps it is because wearing a prayer cross reminds us so much of Christ—and the fact that it is our duty as Christians to follow his example of kindness.

If you know a fellow Christian who has to deal with a great amount of stress in their daily lives, it might be a good idea to give them a prayer cross pendant as a gift. Wearing a beautiful reminder of Jesus every day can truly help put things in perspective. No matter what problems we may have to face, the image of the cross reminds us that in the bigger picture, our lives are all in God’s hands. All we have to do is pray for constant guidance and strength.

If you are looking for a beautiful prayer cross pendant, take a look at NanoStyle’s collection of religious pendants. These pieces have meaningful texts and images imprinted on them in 24k gold. They make great gifts for your loved ones or even for yourself.