Christian Healthy Lifestyle: Motivation for Vitality, Mental Health, and Personal Growth
Health & Fitness:Alternative Health
41: Conquer the Demons of Anxiety: A Pathway to Joyful Living w/David Stone
In this episode, David Sandstrom interviews David Stone, a life coach and author who overcame anxiety and now helps others do the same. Stone shares his personal journey from homelessness to becoming an anxiety expert, explaining how worry and anxiety are mental choices that can be changed.
He discusses the physical and mental effects of chronic stress, and offers practical techniques for managing anxiety, including gratitude practices, visualization exercises, and finding one's life purpose. The conversation emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's thoughts and actions, and provides listeners with actionable steps to start overcoming anxiety and living a more fulfilling life.
Time Stamps:
00:00 - Introduction and David Stone's background
02:29 - David Stone's personal journey with anxiety
06:54 - Understanding the nature of worry and anxiety
11:30 - The physical effects of chronic stress and anxiety
15:28 - Taking responsibility for one's life and thoughts
21:25 - The power of language in shaping our reality
27:42 - Visualization techniques for managing anxiety
31:55 - The importance of gratitude in overcoming worry
36:20 - Finding purpose as a way to combat anxiety
43:26 - How to contact David Stone and join his Facebook group
44:30 - Imagining a life without fear and worry
Links:
Full Show Notes Page
Podcast Hompage
David’s Book The Christian’s Guide to Holistic Health
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