The Openness Flower: From overload to relaxation

Cherry Plum

Fear of mind giving way

Fear

Dread, agitation, fear of losing control

Fear of the mind being over-strained, fear of reason giving way, fear of doing fearful and dreaded things, not wished and known wrong, yet there comes the thought and impulse to do them.

Reflection

Cherry Plum reflects the fear of losing control of mind, word, or action. The person senses a pressure inside and is afraid of what might break through. God keeps the heart and the mind. Self-control is fruit of the Spirit, received rather than clenched. When the fear rises, the prayer is for a peace that guards, and for the humility to ask for help before a harmful act.

Scripture

Philippians 4:7 (KJV). "And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."

Meditation

Prince of Peace, guard my mind. I place this pressure in Your hands. Keep me from harm, and give me a sound will.