#302: Practical Ideas for Battling Anxiety

Do you struggle with worry and anxious thoughts?

Are you concerned that you might be headed for a clinical diagnosis, but don't really want to find out because you're afraid they might put you on medicine?

Is your loved one in the battle of bullying back the debilitating lies anxiety wields their way each day? Do you worry that you're not doing the right thing to help them?

You're not alone. 

Did you know that 44% of the women who responded to our More to Be survey confess they struggle with anxiety and worry and 45% are overwhelmed by their responsibilities?

Which is why this episode of the More to Be Podcast is focusing entirely on the real truth about anxiety and practical ideas for battling anxiety. It is safe to say we’re not living out our faith in the day to day in the way we want it to manifest. Nearly half of our tribe is feeling trapped, overwhelmed, and anxious. And, here’s the scary statistic, sisters — it’s not reflective of just the millennials amongst us because our tribe is made of women primarily in their 40s and 50s. Somehow we’ve crossed the middle-aged mark but haven’t figured out how to live that fully abundant life filled with peace and joy God promises. So what gives? 

What hope is there for us to become anxious-free women who are fulfilled in their present life, especially so that we can model that for the next generation we’re impacting? I know, deep questions. So today we’re going to dive into practical steps for dealing with our anxiousness and worry. When I say practical, I don’t just mean read your Bible more and pray, but rather seek out professional help and engage your body in the stewardship of your mental health. The more we recognize what we can do to reduce our anxiety, the better prepared we’ll be able to help a generation struggling with anxiety and depression.  

Practical Ideas MentionedGet Professional Help -- Doctors and CounselorsTake Captive ThoughtsBully the LiesCreate a Worry BoxWrite Down Your WorriesPick a Worry TimeUsing Essential Oils to Engage a New ResponseBreathing Techniques, such as the 4-SquareEngaging Your Five SensesCreate a Bedtime RoutineGet Off the ScreensReduce Sugar and Processed FoodRegulate Yourself to Help Your ChildStart SmallPray for God to Give You DirectionDon't Let the Lid Off the Can Late at NightScripture FocusPhilippians 4 Notable Links & MentionsAnxiety and Depression Association of AmericaLetting Go of Perfect by Leah PulliamGive God Everything {Including Your Anxiety} with Jessica Smartt40 Bible Verses to Calm an Anxious Heart {Free Download}Help for When You’re Dealing with Anxiety Using Oils to Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety {Feel free to drop Elisa a message about this!}Three Ways to Help Your Teen Struggling with AnxietyLearn More about Essential Oils with Elisa PulliamFind Out About the Oils to Manage Stress in Elisa's Simplified Wellness Facebook GroupFasting from Sugar, Feasting on Jesus Podcast with Wendy Speake#dontsugaraloneWhole30 Journey with Elisa PulliamHoly Whole ResourceGrab the R.A.W. Scripture Study Method and join us in the More to Be Tribe Facebook Group.Share & BlessListen on iTunes, Stitcher, and Spotify If you've been blessed by this podcast, then hope you'll show your support by share it with your friends and family! We would also be so grateful for you to rate and review our podcast wherever you listen.Show Your Support by Joining the Sisterhood CircleWe invite you to become a More to Be Sisterhood Circle Member as a way of supporting this podcast. With your membership support, you'll gain access to our signature courses and resources for FREE plus receive advance notification of new resources, trainings, and special sales. To get access to over $100 worth of bonuses, become a Sisterhood Circle Member by clicking here and upon check-out, enter coupon code “Podcast” to save an additional $20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.