More to It: Reframing Emotions Reframing Depression
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Aug 9, 2022 
Andrew Dealy, Brittany Beltran, and Shanda Anderson, all professional counselors with expertise in engaging emotions from a biblical perspective, discuss the intricate relationship between anxiety and depression. They emphasize how recognizing our feelings invites us to seek Jesus, mirroring His strength in the garden of Gethsemane. The conversation encourages sharing fears, finding hope, and fostering genuine community support while navigating emotional struggles. Their insights highlight the importance of grace, patience, and empathy in supporting one another through dark times.
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Depression Distorts Time and Hope
- Depression colors all perspectives of time with hopelessness and despair.
- The past, present, and future appear broken, robbing joy and hope for improvement.
God’s Patience in Despair
- Scripture models taking our despair and confusion to God honestly.
- God shows patience, providing rest and nourishment before deeper answers come.
Empathy and Shared Burden
- Recognize that moving forward during depression feels much harder for the sufferer.
- Walk alongside them with empathy, encouragement, and shared burden to progress together.