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4. The 3 "Arrows" You Need to Manage Your Anxiety | John Ortberg & Rick Blackmon

Sep 12, 2024
Join John Ortberg, an acclaimed author known for his insights on spiritual growth, and mental health expert Rick Blackmon as they delve into the complexities of anxiety. They introduce three metaphorical 'arrows' to help manage anxiety, emphasizing faith, physical well-being, and embracing emotions. The discussion includes practical strategies for navigating uncertainty and fostering peace, grounded in biblical teachings. Ultimately, they highlight the importance of trusting a higher power to alleviate worry and find inner calm.
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Quick takeaways

  • Anxiety originates from our fear of uncertainty, which can be alleviated by surrendering our worries to a higher power.
  • The 'three arrows' of managing anxiety involve spiritual practices, physical well-being, and psychologically accepting anxiety as a part of life.

Deep dives

Understanding Anxiety Through Loss and Uncertainty

Anxiety is fundamentally connected to the feeling of uncertainty, which often stems from a fear of loss. Dr. Rick Blackman emphasizes that this core issue of anxiety arises from our human inability to predict the future, leading to worry and unease. The discussion explores how biblical teachings frequently frame anxiety as concern for tomorrow, making it clear that the solution lies in surrendering our fears to a higher power. Trusting that someone else holds the future can alleviate some of the burdens associated with anxiety and helps individuals focus on the present rather than the uncertain future.

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