Go Off the Deep End
As children, my sister, brother, and I loved to go off the deep end of a swimming pool. We wanted to see what was under the water. Usually, we found nothing but the bottom of the pool.
In contrast, a dive into the depths of rivers or oceans reveals a new world. We find ourselves surrounded by:
- Fish
- Rocks
- Plants
- Other natural wonders
However, a word to the wise: Learn to swim before jumping into deep water.
To go off the deep end means to act crazy.
What we do makes no sense. Our behavior may result from feeling:
- Upset
- Angry
- Excited
- Grieved
- Lovesick
We go overboard.
When we go off the deep end, we let our emotions take control.
Like a person who can’t swim but jumps into deep water, we fail to use reason. We overreact. We:
- Speak before we think
- Hurt others or ourselves
- Act before we get the facts
- Withdraw from sources of help
- Move too fast in a relationship
God gave us emotions, but God also gave us brains. Let’s use our heads for more than hat racks.
“Leave behind your foolishness and begin to live; learn how to be wise” (Proverbs 9:6 TLB).
Thanks to Janna Babak for the suggestion.
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11 thoughts on “Go Off the Deep End”
Always enjoy both your worldly explanation and spiritual application Ms. Diana. I spent many years teetering on the edge of “the deep end”. Sure glad the fruits of the Spirit finally took root.
Thank you, J. D. I am thankful too. Your words of wisdom bless so many.
Great applications, Diana! Your Scripture connection is spot on.
Thank you, Tracy. You have taught me so much with your workshops and one-on-one contacts.
Going “off the deep end” can be destructive and harmful. I’m thankful we can go to the Father when we feel lost. Have a blessed day!
I agree, Melissa. How thankful I am to have a loving Father to guide me. Blessings on you and yours.
I’ve been off the deep end more than once. Great explanation, Diana. God bless!
I hear you, Nancy. Thank you for the kind words. Blessings on your week.
We’ve always used this “saying” a lot in our family and our interpretation was right on target with yours. I like the way you remind us the “God gives us emotions and brains.” We should be able to avoid going off the deep end. Thank you for another informative and interesting message.
Thank you for your encouragement, Katherine. How thankful I am for God’s guidance through all of life’s ups and downs.