Y Religion Episode 101 - Jacob and Mental Health (Jared Halverson)

The word anxiety (or anxious) is used nine times in the Book of Mormon, and it appears in both positive and negative forms. In the positive form it refers to something more akin to “eagerness” (see Mosiah 29:38 and 3 Nephi 3:3), whereas the negative refers more to “uncertainty” or “troubling fear” (see 2 Nephi 1:16 and Mosiah 28:12). Of the seven negative references, four are penned by the prophet Jacob, including one in which he couples “great anxiety” with the counterbalancing attribute of “faith” (see Jacob 1:5). In this episode Dr. Jared Halverson, associate professor of ancient scripture, discusses the mental, emotional, and spiritual issues related to anxiety as explained in the life and teachings of Jacob. Professor Halverson closely examines Jacob’s writings on the anxiety born of adversity (trauma), anxiety
due to responsibility (pastoral perfectionism), and anxiety over one’s standing before God (scrupulosity). In analyzing Jacob’s words, we can find counsel and compassion, whether we struggle with anxiety or are anxious to support those who do.
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[@hannahdavid3279]

I was struggling then heard Jacob suffered this but he can choose ...it was revelation out of mouth of a teacher to me ❤ sister David

[@karenjoyyamamoto6524]

Thank you for this podcast and for talking about mental health and explaining this so well.

[@dinocollins720]

It always comforts me to think… God is good at His job, He knows what He’s doing, He knows how to exalt His children. If I really believe He can do all things then I have to believe He can transform me!

[@phyllisaycock1880]

I absolutely love this discussion! So much anxiety in the world today that it's good to know we can turn to a prophet in the Book of Mormon for help. Thank you!❤

[@christysatfield8302]

Thank you so much for this presentation about Jacob and Mental Health. It is meaningful and helpful to me. I learned again to look to the Lord, have faith in him and believe in his grace. A new thing I learned is that the Book of Mormon really does address challenges for our time. Adversity of my own making and otherwise, and scrupulosity, have been and are now segments of my life. However my self talk has often had to be, “Believe that the Savior can do what he says he can do.” It is the Savior that helps me get through the anxiety and depression. I intend to listen to this podcast again. 😊

[@karenjoyyamamoto6524]

So grateful for your teaching and insight and connection to mental health. It is so relevant for me. I didn’t see this four years ago doing Book of Mormon CFM. I’m so happy to learn this now. Thank you.

[@9115jj]

The timing of this video was absolutely perfect for me today. ❤. Thank you so much. 😅. Sister Johnson

[@dinocollins720]

Another fantastic video! Thanks bro Halverson!

[@nathanparry675]

These programs are too short.I want to keep going

[@deannafarr3456]

I’m.’)❤️

[@classes9484]

So where do you find the talk that will be up only a few days on mental health- or were you referring to the transcript

[@ambersheets8142]

Brother Halverson, I know you get bombarded with people who want to meet with you. I appreciate how valuable your time is. My soon to be fiancé has a 19 year old son who has recently come out as transgender. He said he no longer believes in God and is on the autistism spectrum. He has stated that he would be interested in asking a bishop or stake president some questions. I thought, who better to answer his questions than you. I don't know how or who else to get in touch with, with your expertise.
Please help us.

[@kirriesummers5219]

Thank you for a worthwhile, interesting and helpful discussion. "I'm banking on it" is inspiring me to do the same.

[@loisparrish2146]

Thank you. Will be sharing this podcast.

[@beatricesavasta6710]

Amazingly rich and profound. Thank you.

[@dr.lmcconnell3463]

Where is the link for the article?

[@carolynkeiser7082]

Thank you 😊

[@peggiequinn7002]

🥹🙏🏼

[@HarryShagnasty-sc9zd]

Why doesnt god heal amputees?