Walking outdoors, listening to birds sing, these are just two of the things that can help us face ourselves honestly and regulate the feelings and thoughts inside of us that we typically avoid facing. However, our feelings operate within us whether we face them or not. The Holy Spirit brings us to truth, helps us face them honestly because He also brings us Jesus' compassion.

In many ways, Jesus' compassion frees us from the bondage of lies and shame that create chaos and pain in our lives. Compassion strengthens us with the courage to address our feelings and start regulating them so we master our feelings instead of our feelings mastering us.