As I was doing my usual treadmill routine, I watched a YouTube video of Rick Warren sharing about how to experience peace beyond human understanding—peace that is not dependent on our circumstances.
He outlined five simple yet powerful steps:
- Do not worry about anything
- Pray about everything
- Give thanks in all things
- Keep your mind on good things
- Be content in everything
It sounds so simple—almost too simple. And yet, these are things we can actually do. The challenge is that both internal and external noise often overwhelm us, making us worry unnecessarily.
One statement that really struck me was this:
We are not born as worriers—we learn to worry from the people around us. And if worry can be learned, it can also be unlearned.
That shifted something in me.
If I worry about something I cannot change, then there is no point in worrying. But if it’s something I can change, then instead of worrying, I should use my energy to take action.
Another powerful reminder was to give thanks in all things.
Life is never just hills or just valleys—it’s always both, at the same time. In every good moment, there are still things we need to work on. And in every difficult situation, there is always something we can be grateful for.
“Keep your mind on good things” also resonated deeply with me.
Just like the saying, you are what you eat, our lives are shaped by what we consistently think about. When we choose to focus on what is good, we nourish our minds and hearts in a healthy way. But if we constantly dwell on negative thoughts—about the world, ourselves, or others—it will eventually shape the way we live and experience life.
And finally, contentment.
Contentment is often misunderstood. It doesn’t mean being lazy, complacent, or lacking ambition. Instead, it means learning to appreciate and enjoy the present moment, without waiting for something better to happen before we allow ourselves to be happy.
If we can truly live out these five steps, we will experience the peace of God—a peace that goes beyond what circumstances can give or take away.
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