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A WORLD IN TURMOIL

3 | Protect Your Relationships

3 | Protect Your Relationships

WHY IT MATTERS

As anxiety over world turmoil increases, many people unwittingly allow their relationships to suffer.

  • People isolate themselves from their friends.

  • Spouses become increasingly contentious with each other.

  • Parents pay little or no attention to the anxieties of their children.

What You Should Know

  • Friendships are essential to your health and stability, especially during difficult times.

  • The stress that results from world turmoil can test your family life in unexpected ways.

  • Disturbing news reports may affect your children more intensely than you realize.

What You Can Do Now

The Bible says: “A true friend shows love at all times and is a brother who is born for times of distress.”​—Proverbs 17:17.

Think of someone who is supportive and can give practical advice. Just knowing that someone cares can strengthen your determination to face up to the day’s challenges.