The Complicated Heart Podcast with Sarah Mae

My Journey with Anxiety and Depression & Why I Choose to Take Medication

The Complicated Heart Podcast with Sarah Mae

Show Notes

I’ve had a lot of requests to talk about anxiety and depression and why I choose to take medication, so in today’s episode, I talk about my anxiety journey and what I’ve learned through it. If you struggle with anxiety, or you know someone who does, you’ll want to make sure to listen! ... Questions? Comments? Email Sarah at [email protected]. Get Sarah's new book, The Complicated Heart: Loving Even When it Hurts … Scriptures in this Podcast:

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147:3

“For I confess my iniquity; I am full of anxiety because of my sin.” Psalm 38:18

“Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled about many things…” Luke 10:41

“Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.” Proverbs 12:25

“Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?” Matthew 6:27

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7

Studies Mentioned: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/positive-thinking/art-20043950

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/anxiety_and_physical_illness

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