Moving Beyond Anxiety: A Book Review

In my lifetime I have moved from believing mental illness was just a spiritual deficiency to knowing firsthand it is a palpable physical reality to understanding it is as complex as the human being experiencing it.  I approach books on the topic of mental health with skepticism, watching for those who discount the spiritual aspect as well as those who ignore the physical and mental struggle.

That said, I will recommend this book for the person with "normal" anxiety or the person going through a struggle born of some mild to moderate life change.  I would also recommend it as a supplement for someone getting professional counseling, in order to be sure the spiritual aspect of anxiety is addressed sufficiently.  It is not a substitute for professional help for some people who suffer from severe, debilitating anxiety.

Now for the good part: the emphasis on right thinking! When God says the truth will make us free, that is, of course, true.  This book is a guide to focusing on the truth about God and His relationship with us.  Anxiety is based on lies we tell ourselves, while Scripture is the path back to truth. David Chadwick covers 12 practical strategies to renew your mind--to stop the lies your mind may be telling you.

For more information on this book, check out the website.

I received a free copy of this book for my honest review.