Philippians 4:6-7 

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

1 Peter 5:7 

Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

Matthew 6:25-34 

“Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. 

John 14:27

Peace I leave with you; the peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

Anxiety is your body's response to anticipated danger. It is typically associated with worry or fear and is often accompanied by cognitive issues such as difficulty concentrating and physical symptoms like nausea, shaking, and muscle tenseness. Anxiety can be a normal response to specific situations, but sometimes anxiety is part of an anxiety disorder.

There are multiple types of anxiety disorders, and they involve similar symptoms, with some differences in their symptoms.

It might feel like your anxiety symptoms control your life, whether that means fear of a panic attack, avoiding people due to social anxiety, or constant worry and agitation. Understanding the symptoms of your specific type of anxiety can help you seek the most appropriate treatment and improve your quality of life.

Anxiety is described by the "Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders" (DSM-5) as anticipation of a future threat. Everyone feels anxious at one point or another, but not everyone experiences an anxiety disorder.

There are multiple types of anxiety disorders, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and more. These conditions should not be confused with day-to-day worrying.

It’s normal to be anxious about important events, like a job interview, a performance, a first date, a big exam, childbirth, or any number of life moments. Sometimes, however, worrying gets out of control and becomes an anxiety disorder.

Anxiety disorders are diagnosable mental health conditions characterized by excessive fear, anxiety, and related behavioral and physical changes that may worsen over time.

Symptoms

The effects of anxiety usually include a combination of physical, psychological, and social symptoms. Your exact symptom profile will differ based on your individual circumstances, a specific type of anxiety disorder, and personal triggers.

Some common symptoms of anxiety disorders include.

Excessive fear and worry

Dry mouth

Muscle tension

Nausea

Irregular heartbeat

Difficulty sleeping

Cautious, avoidant behavior

Panic attacks

Keep in mind that this is not an exhaustive list of symptoms, because each type of anxiety disorder has its own symptom profile and diagnostic criteria based on guidelines of the DSM-5.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Social anxiety disorder, which was previously called social phobia, is characterized by excessive fear of social and performance situations.2 It is more than just shyness. People with social anxiety disorder feel intense anxiety that may lead to avoidant behaviors around meeting new people, maintaining relationships, speaking in front of others, eating in public, and more.

Symptoms of social anxiety disorder include:

Disproportionate fear and anxiety in one or more social situations

Blushing

Sweating

Trembling

Rapid heart rate

The feeling of “mind going blank”

Self-judgment and self-consciousness

Nausea

Avoiding social situations, or experiencing intense fear during them

Impairment in social, occupational, and other areas of functioning

People can either experience general social anxiety disorder, or performance-specific social anxiety disorder (such as when speaking or performing in front of an audience).

Social anxiety disorder can look different in children. Notably, for children, the anxiety must occur in peer situations, and not just with adults. Symptoms can manifest as tantrums, freezing, crying, clinging, and refusal to speak.

These conditions manifest as both physical and mental symptoms and impact daily activities such as school, work, leisure, and relationships.

Truth & Knowledge: Episode 3 – "Breaking Self-Ego" In this episode, Trey Knowles explores the concept of breaking the Self-Ego. He teaches that true humility begins by following instructions, actively listening, and genuinely caring for the needs of others. These actions are the first steps in dissolving self-centeredness. Why is this important? Because love is not self-seeking—love is kind. To break the Self-Ego, the first step is recognizing your spiritual poverty. What does that mean? It means admitting you don’t have it, can’t buy it, and that you need it. Trey references Matthew 19:24, where Jesus says it's hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God—highlighting that pride and self-sufficiency are barriers to spiritual growth.

“I can do nothing on my own. As I hear, I judge, and my judgment is just because I seek not my own will but the will of him who sent me. John 5:30

Truth & Knowledge: Episode 2.2 – "The Brain on Drugs" In this episode, Trey Knowles explains that drug use begins with a deeper spiritual war being waged against you. He compares the deceptive influence of drug dealers to misguided admiration—likening them to a "mother figure" whose sorcery leads to idolatry. Trey highlights that these "merchant drug dealers," referred to as the so-called great ones of the earth, have deceived nations through their sorcery—rooted in the Greek word Pharmakeia, which represents both drug use and spiritual deception. He urges listeners to recognize this enemy, reject the lies of addiction, and take a stand by learning to say no to drugs and speak boldly against the forces working to manipulate and destroy.

I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Romans 12: 1-2

The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. 1 Peter 4:7 

Truth & Knowledge: Episode 1:2 – "Happy Brain Chemicals" In this episode, Trey Knowles introduces the four key brain chemicals that help maintain a positive mood. He explains how these natural chemicals influence not only your body but also your spirit—emphasizing the connection between physical well-being and spiritual health.

 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

19 Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; 20 you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.