When I’m feeling depressed or tired in my spirit, sometimes the best therapy in the world for me is a good Coldplay song and some caffeine. Especially songs like “What If” or “Fix You” or “In My Place.” And if you want to know what song describes my dating history, listen to “Fix You.” My dating life is sorta like the song– slow and sad. With lots of organs playing in the background.

I don’t know what it is. Chris Martin’s voice or the awesome guitar effects or the pensive, thoughtful lyrics. I just feel better with Coldplay. And caffeine helps, too.

Some other artists that give me good therapy are Patty Griffin, Sara Groves, Andrew Peterson, U2 and Joni Mitchell, to name a few. A good song is one that speaks to your soul and puts what you’re feeling into words better than you ever could. At least that’s what I think a good song is.

Oh, chocolate helps. But I have to lower my cholesterol, so I will be sticking with my Coldplay and caffeine for now.

Jesus speaks to me sometimes in the most unexpected ways and in the most unexpected places, whether through music or conversation or Scripture or just silence. I’m learning to appreciate the silence more.

Let me know what therapy you use when you’re battling anxiety or discouragement. I would love to hear what God uses to lift up your spirits!