Overcoming Anxiety and OCD: Strategies for Mental Health with Jon Seidl

In this episode of the Spiritual Brain Surgery podcast, Dr. Warren introduces guest host Jon Seidl, who shares his compelling journey with clinical anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Jon discusses his experiences growing up with undiagnosed mental health issues, his struggles in marriage, and the transformative moment of receiving a formal diagnosis. He explains his three-pronged approach to managing mental health—addressing the brain, body, and spirituality—and emphasizes the importance of integrating medication, physical exercise, and faith. Jon also highlights how faith can coexist with medical treatment and provides practical advice for those dealing with similar issues. Listeners are encouraged to explore more through his book, Finding Rest: A Survivor's Guide to Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life, and his daily devotional at The Veritas Daily.

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

01:35 Meet Your Guest Host: Jon Seidl

03:39 Jon's Personal Journey with Anxiety and OCD

11:19 The Turning Point: Seeking Help

26:17 The Three-Pronged Approach to Mental Health

28:05 Brain: The Role of Medication

35:39 Body: The Importance of Physical Exercise

37:36 Spirit: Addressing the Spiritual Aspect

43:32 Conclusion and Resources

46:07 Closing Remarks from Dr. Lee Warren

Resources and Links:

• Our sponsor for this episode is TImeline: Visit timeline.com, and use the discount code leewarren for 10% off your first order of MitoPure!
• Jon Seidl's website
• Click here to subscribe to Jon's powerful, daily writing on Substack
• Follow Jon on Instagram
• Sign up for my weekly Self-Brain Surgery Newsletter here!

• (00:09) - Introduction to Spiritual Brain Surgery
• (26:02) - The Three-Pronged Approach to Healing
• (43:46) - Supporting Loved Ones with Mental Health Issues