Are you really okay? In this episode, therapist Deb Fileta shares the warning signs of anxiety and depression and how to step into healing.

So Good Moments:

• Ways to calm your body down when you’re feeling anxious.
• What you may need before you reach for the Bible verse.
• A statement of truth to remember when your trauma feels overwhelming.
• The truth about counseling and medication when it comes to depression.
• How to get our minds and bodies on a pathway toward healing.
• How to assess the severity of depression.
• What’s helpful (and not helpful) when walking alongside someone who is struggling.

Discussion Questions:

1. What stood out to you the most about Deb's story? How can you relate?
2. What are some of the myths Deb exposed about what it means to be a Christian and struggle with mental health?
3. What do you do when something triggers you? And what did you learn from Deb that might be a better approach?
4. Have you ever struggled with depression or anxiety—or have you known someone who struggled? What was the level of severity (as Deb described)?
5. Deb shared a list of what is helpful and not helpful for someone struggling with depression. Is there anything you would add to the list?

Resources:

Sisterhood Night

Are You Really Okay? Book

Debra’s Website

Learn more about Sisterhood | https://christfellowship.church/groups/sisterhood

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