CCEF Podcast: Where Life & Scripture Meet Anxiety & the Body: Understanding the Physical Aspects of Anxiety
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Mar 17, 2025 Gunnar Gunderson and Darby Strickland, both CCEF faculty members, share their insights and personal journeys with anxiety. They explore the profound connection between mind and body, highlighting how physical symptoms often stem from mental distress. The conversation touches on the effects of past trauma and the importance of community in managing anxiety. Listeners can find hope in divine support and practical strategies like prayer and physical activity to navigate their struggles. The dialogue weaves in faith, personal anecdotes, and biblical lessons for a deeper understanding of anxiety.
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Alastair's Car Accident Observation
- Alastair Groves witnessed a car veer off the road at high speed.
- This brief, though shocking, event caused him to shake for hours.
Darby's Stop Sign Anxiety
- After a serious car accident, Darby Strickland became hyper-aware of cars rolling through stop signs.
- For a year, she felt compelled to swerve to avoid them, illustrating how past trauma can heighten anxiety responses.
Alastair's Car Accident
- Alastair Groves was rear-ended in a car accident about 10 years ago.
- He still experiences heightened tension when making the same left-hand turn.