The moment I arrived at college everything changed for me. I was eighteen and excited about life and my future. In my mind, advancing my education was the assignment at hand. However, I didn’t anticipate the adversity that awaited me my first semester. To be honest, I felt the academic pressure right away. I remember thinking, “I’m going to sink or swim.” 

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That semester I was filled with anxiety as I attempted to balance my academic, spiritual, and social life. One day I was so nervous before taking a test that my breathing became sporadic. I was really messed up. Another student advised that I see a doctor in order to get help.

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I was soon thereafter diagnosed with anxiety disorder and prescribed medication. The doctor explained that various helps were available to accommodate my disorder. One recommended resource was to talk with a clinical therapist. Through the grace of God, I met a clinical therapist who happened to be a believer in Christ.

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During a session, she casually asked did I read devotional material. I told her I did not. That evening I decided to add devotional readings in my mental diet. I even increased my reading of other help materials as well. Before I knew it, I found myself reading daily scriptures. I chose to memorize scriptures that addressed anxiety. It was so helpful. I felt as if I was training my mind to quiet the anxiety. When asked today how I gained victory over anxiety, I say “God used the doctor and his word. “

 

We ready,

Anonymous/UC Student

 

 

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