Ep. 23: How To Manage Anxiety During Transition

Summary

In today’s episode of Starting Over | Life 2.0 With God, Tom and guest Paul Berard unpack the very real struggle of managing anxiety during major life transitions.

Whether it’s a sudden loss, an unexpected move, becoming an empty nester, or walking through grief—these moments shake our routines and rattle our sense of control. But as Paul and Tom share from their own experiences, there are ways to slow down the chaos, reframe your mindset, and invite God into the stress instead of trying to carry it alone.

This is a real-life conversation about faith, fear, and finding steady ground when everything around you is shifting.

What You’ll Learn

• The difference between planned and unplanned transitions—and why the unplanned ones hit harder
• Why naming your anxiety is a key first step to managing it
• The importance of slowing down, breathing, and making “next-step” decisions—not solving everything all at once
• How exercise, small routines, and physical movement can reset your emotional health
• Why speaking truth to fear changes everything, especially with Scripture and support

Why You Should Listen

If you're feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or just emotionally exhausted by the changes in your life, you're not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it on your own. This episode isn’t about giving you quick fixes. It’s about giving you real encouragement, grounded advice, and reminding you that God walks with you in the middle of the mess. Even when you don’t know what’s next, He does.

Why This Episode Matters

Transitions aren’t just logistical—they’re emotional and spiritual too. Left unmanaged, anxiety can paralyze us and steal the hope God wants to restore. But when we pause, breathe, and invite Him into the moment, everything starts to shift.

This conversation matters because so many people silently struggle through life changes thinking they have to “hold it all together.” But the truth is: healing starts when you admit you don’t have to. God’s not surprised by your situation—and He’s not disappointed in where you are. He’s with you, and He’s already working on what’s ahead.

If today’s episode encouraged you, take the next step by visiting www.newlifewithgodpodcast.com. There, you’ll find additional resources and tools to help you navigate life’s challenges and rebuild with faith and purpose.

Share this episode with someone who may need a reminder that they’re not alone. Let’s inspire hope and show that with God’s grace, even the most broken seasons can lead to a beautiful new beginning.

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