Gina Fox

Anchored by the Sword

Gina Fox

  • Sarah Clarkson's Freedom Story!

Sarah Clarkson's Freedom Story!

Tuesday 5th November 2024

Sarah Clarkson shares her journey with OCD and the healing power of beauty and quietness in this heartfelt episode of Anchored by the Sword.
34 minutes
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Anchored by the Sword
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Gina Fox
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Religion & Spirituality
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Finding Peace in Quiet: Sarah Clarkson's Journey with OCD

Episode Overview

  • Small steps towards quiet can lead to profound peace.
  • Beauty in nature and literature can restore faith.
  • Quietness helps us connect deeply with God.
  • Practical advice for integrating quiet into daily life.
  • Mental health struggles can coexist with faith.
God isn’t waiting for me to be quiet in order to meet with me. He’s just waiting for me to relax into it so I can know that he was there in the first place.
In this episode of Anchored by the Sword, Sarah Clarkson shares her moving journey through mental health struggles and the power of finding beauty in quietness. Diagnosed with OCD at 17, Sarah battled intrusive thoughts and doubts about God's goodness. Her story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the healing power of beauty found in literature, nature, and moments of stillness.
Growing up in a Christian home, Sarah faced inner chaos mirrored by the world around her, especially during significant events like 9/11. Through it all, she found solace in Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, which played a crucial role in restoring her faith. Sarah’s reflections on the importance of quietness and how it helps us connect with God are both inspiring and practical. She discusses how small steps towards quiet can lead to profound peace and deeper faith.
If you're looking for encouragement in your mental health journey or seeking ways to integrate quiet into your life, this episode is a must-listen. Sarah’s honesty and wisdom offer hope and practical advice for anyone struggling with similar issues.