Ever feel stuck? We’re talking depression and finding a way out. Josh’s story is a must-hear.

Adulting isn’t easy. This week, we delve into the topic of mental health. Join Anthony Chow, Josh Yee, and David Herring as they discuss strategies to manage depression. Learn about the importance of community, faith, and “self-fullness.” What truths resonate with you?

🎯 Key Takeaways

- Depression can feel like being stuck, not just sadness, creating a cycle hard to break. Proactively recognize and manage depression tendencies to work with it, not be consumed by it.- The “double life” facade of appearing happy while struggling internally - requires recognizing it’s okay not to be happy all the time. Focus on cultivating inner joy as a state of being rather than just external happiness.- The enemy often isolates individuals, feeding lies and shielding them from love. Fight this by recognizing inherent worth, purpose, and the need for community.- God uses suffering for good; recognize your worth and purpose. Even mistakes and tough times are part of a greater plan.- Pursuing a good life requires intentional self-care (“being self-full”). Identify needs and find supportive people. Recognize and address internal struggles.- To escape the enemy’s grip, identify how the enemy manifests in your life, stay prayerful, and address what opens those doors. Choose God urgently in all seasons.

Timestamps:(00:00) Egg Whites, Maggots, & Bittermelon

(05:37) Redefining & Understanding Depression

(09:34) How Depression Begins

(15:47) Addressing the Double Life

(22:07) The Darkest Night and Miraculous Turn

(26:55) God’s Intervention and Lies of Isolation

(32:31) From Happiness to Joy

(38:59) Overcoming Isolation & Seeking Support

(42:51) God’s Truths Against Negative Self-Talk

(47:12) Being Self-Full: Intentional Self-Care

(50:06) Recognizing the Enemy’s Grip

(53:46) "Just Enough" Peace: Daily Bread

(56:42) Conclusion/Outro

What helps you when you’re feeling down? Drop a comment below!

#MentalHealthMatters #Adulting101 #FindingHope #FaithJourney #SelfCare

Struggling to say NO? You’re not alone! Anthony Chow gets real about overcoming guilt and setting boundaries.

Ever feel bad saying no? Let’s talk about it. We dive deep into saying no without feeling guilty. Learn how it can actually improve your life and relationships. What are your biggest challenges with saying no? Tell us in the comments!

🎯 Key Takeaways

- Embrace discomfort to foster growth. Seek challenges. This mindset makes saying no easier, as it reframes difficulties as opportunities for learning and development.

- Recognize that saying “no” creates space for saying “yes” to other opportunities. Weigh opportunity costs, considering both gains and losses, to make informed decisions.

- Align decisions with personal values. Prioritize a relationship with a higher power. This will help in making tough choices.

- Be honest about personal capacity and boundaries when committing to relationships and activities. Communicate honestly with friends and family when saying no. Make your yes mean yes and your no mean no.

- Adopt a learner’s mindset. View challenges as opportunities for growth. This helps in reframing difficult situations.

- Acknowledge the impact of choices on others. Balance personal growth with consideration for family and friends.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction & Alarm Preferences

(03:16) Anthony’s Story: Moving Out

(07:23) Recreating Life: A Clean Slate

(14:10) Choosing Discomfort for Growth

(18:48) Saying No to People-Pleasing

(23:54) The Power of Saying Yes

(34:14) God’s Yes, No, and Wait

(40:54) God’s Yeses and Nos in Relationships

(45:42) God’s Perspective and a Learner’s Mindset

(52:54) Reflections, Prayer, and Next Episode

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In this new episode, we dive into David's story, his upbringing, and how his childhood plays a role in his worldview today. Join us as we talk about uncertainty and tackle the deeper questions. Uncertainty is a common experience, but how do we navigate life when it begins to consume us? How do you typically react to uncertainty in your life? Let's start the conversation.

🎯 Key Takeaways

- Acknowledge the struggle of post-grad life by recognizing uncertainty and seeking support systems for sustenance and growth.

- Intentionality matters. Look back at college experiences to identify acquired skills. Then, figure out how to apply them to keep moving forward.

- Adopt a “go-getter” attitude by chasing opportunities and hunting down goals. Do not be afraid of a challenge.

- Develop crucial soft skills, such as active listening, presence, clarity, and directness. Maximize every opportunity and persevere by being resilient.

- Embrace grace. Have grace for others, but more specifically, yourself. Choose grace over anything else to facilitate conversations and forgiveness, which allows for progress.

- Acknowledge luck and God’s providence in life, integrating faith with actionable steps to find opportunities and maximize potential.

Timestamps00:00 Post-College Struggles and Fast Food Favorites

03:29 The Post-College Struggle and Intentionality

07:34 College: Preparation or Tools for Life?

12:28 Upbringing, Independence, and Grit

16:55 Defining Moments and Pivoting Perspectives

22:50 Navigating Uncertainty with Faith and Grace

29:56 Actionable Steps: Passive, Assertive, Aggressive

33:48 Job Applications: Strategy and Providence

43:40 God’s Providence and Living with Hope

Share this episode with someone who needs it!What are your thoughts? Drop a comment below!

#PostGradLife #AdultingStruggles #FaithJourney #CollegeLife #TheGoodLife