Burnout, Depression, and Healing: Lessons from Elijah
Elijah experienced a textbook case of depression resulting from burnout. God's response offers a path to healing still used by therapists today. Let's explore what each can teach us.
In this topic, I will cover:
Elijah's thoughts and behavior that indicate he suffered from depression due to burnout.
God's response which coincides with a cognitive-behavioral approach to treatment used by therapists today.
how our own work, even work we do for God, can lead to burnout and ultimately to depression.
how we can apply the principles God offered Elijah to restore our own mental health.
Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18.
Susan Howell, Psychologist/Author/Speaker, www.susanharrishowell.com
