The Evolution of Anxiety: From Ancient Philosophy to Modern Science

🎧 Podcast Description: “The History of Anxiety — From Philosophy to Faith” Welcome to Overcoming Trauma. I’m your coach, Mel, and today we’re going on a journey through history to uncover where anxiety truly began — and how it’s been understood for centuries. From the ancient philosophers like Cicero, Plato, and Hippocrates, who tried to make sense of fear and melancholy, to Søren Kierkegaard, the first to ever write an entire book on anxiety, we’ll explore how this emotion evolved from being viewed as a spiritual condition to a clinical diagnosis. You’ll discover how Kierkegaard connected anxiety to original sin, why modern science now confirms anxiety affects both the body and brain, and how Scripture offers the ultimate antidote through faith, peace, and renewal of the mind. If you’ve ever wondered why anxiety exists or where it truly started, this episode will open your eyes to both the science and the spiritual roots behind it — reminding you that God’s peace has always been the cure. Sign up below for my REDEEMED Mini workshop. Limited spots!  R.E.D.E.E.M.