51. Anxiety Struggles: What it looks like, how it shows up, and life hacks to help

Priorities on Purpose: Eliminate Distractions, Find Your Focus, and Grow With Jesus

From someone who actually understands how hard the bad anxiety days can be

This episode is about anxiety. Lots and lots of anxiety talk. As a Christian Life Coach who works with quite a few women who navigate mental health issues like depression and anxiety, I often open up about my own personal struggles.

I read a journal entry live and go behind the scenes letting listeners in on what a REALLY hard day looks like for someone like me who struggles with Generalized Anxiety Disorder.

I also talk a lot about the craziness and panic I feel related to the overwhelm I experience driving in unfamiliar areas. It's a bit irrational. But, that's the thing, anxiety often seems irrational to others. And, at the same time, the person who is struggling with the thoughts feels completely paralyzed and overwhelmed.

This episode is for anyone who is or knows someone experiencing anxiety or is curious about learning more about anxiety.

You can also expect to:

• Gain insight into what life looks like for someone struggling with anxiety
• Understanding signs and symptoms of anxiety
• Exploring triggers and things that can make us more anxious
• Learn coping mechanisms & life hacks to help navigate anxiety and depression more easily
• Listen to real talk about what it's like when you can't get out of your bed because life seems too hard.
• Be reminded that dealing with anxiety as a Christian doesn't always mean lack of faith

In 2018 and early 2019, I was in a major funk and pit of depression. It was then that I made a decision to intentionally choose to do hard things. I flipped the script on my anxiety and when it is possible, I consider it a challenge and call it 'adventure'. (Please note that while it works for me, it isn't a guarantee and definitely depends on other factors as well.)

Why choose adventure? Choosing adventure is willingly giving up control and learning you will be okay. It gives God an opportunity to show off and for you to grow more reliant upon him. It's my anxiety life hack and it truly helps me be less anxious. It will serve you well AND help you grow your faith. Adventure requires faith. Faith produces more faith and helps us learn to be more reliant on God versus relying solely on ourselves.
Are you in survival mode or feel like you are existing and taking up space? It doesn't have to be that way, friend. I am passionate about helping women move forward and live life with passion and purpose. I've been there and lived the life, and now my mission is to give hope and practical tips to help you thrive with peace.

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Note: Melissa Batt is a Christian Life Coach, not a physician. She only speaks from her own personal experiences of navigating life with depression, anxiety, and attention deficit disorder (ADD). Nothing shared should be taken as medical advice. Please reach out to your healthcare provider for guidance and the next steps.