Mi Sheberachs for Anxiety and Stress

MI SHEBERACHS FOR ANXIETY AND STRESS

We all experience anxiety. Worry, nervousness, and fear are normal parts of the human experience. Typically, the anxiety we feel in stressful situations is not incapacitating and passes once the situation is resolved. But if it becomes unmanageable, disproportionate to the situation, or persistent after the source of the anxiety is removed, it could indicate a mental health condition.

An anxiety disorder is measured by the impact it has on an individual’s life. When anxiety starts to interfere with daily activities like work, school, and relationships, it is considered a disorder.

This section is for those who are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, or are struggling with an anxiety disorder.

For Those Feeling Hopeless

by Anonymous

May those with anxieties that lead to feelings of hopelessness see the light at the end of the tunnel.

May they find a community that supports their mental, physical, and emotional stability and strength.

May they find a passion that takes them on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Amen.

For Those Who Feel Overwhelmed

by Jeremy & Aliza

May the One who blessed our ancestors, patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, matriarchs Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah, bring peace upon the one who is overwhelmed: _______ child of ______.

May the Holy Blessed One overflow with compassion upon them... to calm them, to comfort them, to strengthen them, to encourage them, to help them make order of the chaos in their lives, to give them the wherewithal to accept imperfection, and to guide them beyond this moment.

The One will send them, speedily, complete peace, peace of the soul and calmness of the body, along with all the overwhelmed among the people of Israel and all humankind, soon, speedily, without delay.

For Living Life to the Fullest

by Elianna, Judy & Noah

May those who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed find peace within themselves through the good and the bad.

May they surround themselves with those who will help them through the ups and the downs of life.

May they grow from any negativity to be the best person they can be and live their life to the fullest, with nothing holding them back.

For Those Who Struggle with Anxiety

by Eve & Harrison

Bless and heal the one who struggles.

May they find the strength to be comfortable with situations that make them anxious.

May they continuously strive for courage and confidence.

The One will help to continuously support the healing of the mind and soul.

May they remember how brave they are.

For Those with Anxiety

by Morgan & Shari

For those who are faced with the unknown, may you ground yourself and find comfort within your Kehilah Kedosha.

May you discover your bravery, unearth your patience, and feel the security of the One.

May you know your inner strength has the ability to overpower your fear and anxiety, and will uplift you in times of hardship.

For Anxiety

by Anonymous

May you be granted patience for self and the ability to overcome and accept.

To feel whole and excited for life.

May you be able to embrace life and find more moments of joy in things large and small.

May you realize situations are temporary, and things will be okay.

For Those Struggling with Anxiety

by Sabrina & Brynn

May you have an outlet for expression and a support system.

May you not be so focused on overthinking but instead on finding ways to relax yourself.

May you accept this is who you were meant to be, and know this is a part of yourself.

May you try to find a positive in every negative situation.

May you take what you have learned now and improve yourself.

For Anxiety Entering a New Environment

by Jessica & Hannah

We pray those who struggle in a new environment find others feeling similar ways.

Know that many people feel the same way at one time or another.

We pray those who worry will find people they connect with.

Know that your new environment will turn into a welcoming community.

For Anxiety

by Austin, Jonah & Brian

May the One who blessed our ancestors, patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, matriarchs Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah, bless and heal those with anxiety. May they be surrounded by those who make them feel comfortable. Support them and love them. Give them the strength to express how they feel and go against negative thoughts, knowing others care about them, providing them with knowledge to know others are in the same situation. May they express these feelings of a community and belonging.

For Those with Social Anxiety

by Sam & Pete

May those who struggle with social anxiety feel welcome and embraced.

May those who struggle with social anxiety find their tribe.

May those who struggle with social anxiety feel supported by our community.

May those who struggle with social anxiety find their voice.

May those who struggle with social anxiety feel important and validated.

May those who struggle with social anxiety find kindred spirits.

May those who struggle with social anxiety feel free of stereotypes.

May those who struggle with social anxiety find an open ear.

May those who struggle with social anxiety feel their uniqueness adds to our space.

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MI SHEBERACHS FOR DEPRESSION, LONELINESS, AND ISOLATION

The leading mental health disability globally, depression is a serious medical illness that can affect feelings, thoughts, and actions in a negative way.

It can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems and can decrease a person’s ability to function at work and at home.

This section is for those who are struggling with depression or feeling particularly sad or lonely.

For Those Living with Grief

by Nancy

To the One who blessed our ancestors and the One who blesses all beings here on this Earth, bless all those who are suffering the grief of someone they loved.

May they find solace in their memory, and may their love find a resting place in their hearts.

Bless all those who are struggling with the death of someone with whom they had a difficult relationship.

May they find compassion for themselves and renewal of spirit.

May they have patience and strength, as grief can come in waves throughout their lives.

May they find the courage to share their grief with others, no matter how many years have gone by.

While they can be shattered by loss, they can be healed by love from others.

Sacred one, help them find ways to open their hearts to love and hope.

Bless all those who are grieving, for it is an honor to have lived.

Make both life and death a blessing.

For Those Who Struggle with Depression

by Shoshana & Alyssa

Bless them and help them to recognize that they are not alone. Help them to find a community in which they can find support. Help them to heal in a way that is unique to them. Help them to utilize past experiences as a symbol of their resilience.

For Those Struggling with Depression

by Amanda, Anna & Carly

May you find community with people in whom you can find solace and support as well as those who are sharing your struggles.

May you find something, no matter how small, to look forward to each and every day, and may you find happiness in little accomplishments and big milestones.

For This Deep Depression

by Anonymous

Help me to see that in the deepest depression, there are those to be thankful for.

Help me to understand my anger is justified while acting with compassion toward those around me.

Help me to see how I am hurting myself, so I can reach out to those I am thankful for and ask for their understanding.

Until I feel whole again, let me ride the wave of depression without drowning, so I can become better than I was before my struggle.

For People Struggling with Depression or Anxiety

by Sydney, Sophie, Erin, Alyssa & Madison

May you realize you are stronger than you know.

May you find people who will be there for you and support you when you need it most.

May you find those who will accept you for all of you, for better or for worse.

May you find a safe space and unconditional calm in your mind and heart.

May you keep hoping things will get better.

May you take time to step back and work on yourself.

May you make the right decisions for yourself, not for others or for the person you think people want you to be.

May you remember you are worthy of love and are a loved human being.

May you find love in yourself and not look for love in others.

Good things will come to you, and what you deserve will come to you.

For Those Who Feel Alone

by Anonymous

May you recognize your support system surrounding you. May you reach out to those you know care, and may those who care know to reach out.

May the loneliness you feel pass quickly. May you find solace in the universal lonely feelings. May you acknowledge that feelings of loneliness are merely temporary, and may you find the ability to push through the obstacles.

For Those Experiencing Loneliness

by Anonymous

May you find the inner strength to persevere and take comfort in your own company.

Know you are in your loved ones’ thoughts and hearts, even if you are not together physically.

Recognize you are not alone in your loneliness.

People and connections are not as distant as they may seem.

Praying for the day when we are all reunited in community, together, when hugs are plentiful, when the power of touch to connect returns.

For Those in Solitude

by Shmuel & Tiffany

May they find strength within themself to continue: to continue to see the positive blessings in their life, to learn to enjoy their own company, and to find light in the darkness.

May they be reminded that they are enough and to not judge themselves too harshly.

They should be comforted together with all people who are unwell in the Jewish nation and in all humankind.

For Loneliness by Joey & Natalie

May you find the inner strength to ask for help.

May you take advantage of resources to connect with community.

May you find comfort being with and getting to know yourself.

May you find support and people you can trust and talk to.

May you find appreciation for the wonders of the universe and recognize that our world is interconnected.

May you recognize that all human beings experience feelings of isolation.

May you find comfort in that your feelings are valid.

You are not alone.

For Those Stuck in the Darkness

by Ethan & Josh

May those who see darkness find the light.

May those who feel alone find a welcomed space.

Bless the world as we unite in one community.

May those who feel alone find a place in this community.

May those who meet others find strength in unity.

May those who feel alone know they are loved.

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MI SHEBERACHS FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE, ADDICTIVE DISORDERS, AND RECOVERY

Addiction is a complex disease that affects the functioning of the brain and body. It involves craving something intensely, losing control over its use, and continuing involvement with it despite adverse consequences. Recovery from addiction is very challenging, but it is possible.

Common addictions include substance abuse disorders, feeding and eating disorders, and process addictions, e.g., technology, sex, gambling, and nonsuicidal self-injury disorder (AKA self-harm).

This section is for those battling various addictions, those in recovery from an addiction, and the people who care about them.

For Those Suffering from Eating Disorders

by Lucie

May the One bestow compassion and acceptance for all people to restore their health and repair their bodies, to heal body, mind, and soul, so they can rebuild their lives and re-create their self-perception, to allow themselves to rest, so they may be strengthened and resilient to cope with life without feeling the desire to take it out on their bodies, to gain insight into the perfect storm of what caused their eating disorder, allowing them to heal in mind, body, and soul.

May the One help them validate themselves and realize self-worth is within them and has nothing to do with a number or a size, so they can live life freely and have a renewed passion for showing up as themselves.

May the One send them hope that full recovery is possible and the understanding that healing is not linear and provide patience with themselves and perseverance to keep going.

For Those Living with Addiction

by DBR

May you be granted the strength to regain the ability to bound the beast.

May you be granted the wisdom to love and care for yourself in health and good choices.

May you find the path to rebuild your life.

May you find forgiveness for your weaknesses and embrace yourself in self-compassion and love.

For Those Struggling with Self-Harm

by Shoshana

May we be able to acknowledge the incredible pain we are in and treat ourselves with compassion.

May we try our best to remember the pain will pass, the pain is not our fault, and we don't need to be punished or to harm ourselves in order to feel.

May we remember we deserve relief from pain in ways that don't harm our minds and bodies.

May we learn healthier ways to restore our sense of safety and be supported in enacting them.

May we find the strength to reach out for help, and find those willing and able help us in this endeavor.

May we remember there is nothing shameful about us or our experiences.

For Children Struggling with a Parent’s Addiction

by Ellen & Joyce

May children who are in homes with challenges and addiction find support and strength in their world outside of the home.

May they find connection, so they don’t have to hide or feel alone. May they have constant help and opportunity as they grow into adults.

For Those Dealing with Addiction

by Anonymous

May you recognize your own validity, your own self-worth. May you recognize human limitations. We are all created in G-d’s image. May you feel forgiveness and compassion from others and yourself.

For Those in Recovery

by Anonymous

G-d, there are those among us who struggle with addiction. We offer this special prayer to them:

May G-d bless you with the courage to conquer your cravings and the strength to stay far from temptations and from people who can lead you astray.

May G-d hear the cry of your soul and bless you with the knowledge that you have the power to remake your life, to repair what has been destroyed, to recover what has been lost, to receive all the blessings that have been ignored.

When you fall into despair, may G-d bless you with hope. If you stray from the path of recovery, may G-d show you how to begin again. May G-d renew your faith in yourself. May G-d open your eyes to all the miracles that surround you.

Bless all those who are living in recovery. G-d, lead them on the path back to life, back to love, and back to you.

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