Interview with Tim Lane about anxiety: Full interview

James Burstow talks with Timothy Lane, President of the Institute for Pastoral Care, about worry, anxiety, and his new book, Living without Worry.

0:00 - What is worry?
1:46 - Are we more anxious now than we used to be?
2:38 - What does the Bible say about worry and anxiety?
3:44 - Is it really possible to live without worry?
4:35 - Is it sinful to worry?
5:24 - Are we just going to worry that we worry?
6:43 - CBT and Mindfulness: should Christians use alternative therapies?
8:29 - Is Mindfulness ok for Christians?
10:39 - Is it dangerous for Christians to use alternative therapies?
11:41 - Is it ok for Christians to take medication if they are struggling with anxiety?
13:29 - What is the "Fear Spiral", and how do you get out of it?
16:16 - What are some of the practical ways that we can start dealing with anxiety?
19:46 - Is there anything we can say to those who aren't following Jesus who struggle with anxiety?
22:21 - How might we practically get into a conversation with people about worry?
23:08 - Do you have any real life examples of talking to non-Christians about worry?
25:21 - What about real, tangible, serious problems (e.g. losing a job), is it right to be anxious about these problems?
27:03 - What would you say to someone who is facing genuine, serious concerns?
28:17 - How should church communities support and encourage each other in this particular area?
29:16 - Can we empathise in an unhelpful way?
30:12 - What is your prayer for your book, Living without Worry, and the impact it will have?

Find out more about Living without Worry:
http://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/living-w...
http://www.thegoodbook.com/living-wit...

Find out more about the Institute for Pastoral Care:
http://www.instituteforpastoralcare.com/