Do you feel guilty when you can’t "pray away" your panic attacks?

Many Christians get stuck in a loop of shame, wondering if their anxiety is a lack of faith, a spiritual attack, or a sin. In this episode of Elisha’s Space, we are untangling the confusion between spiritual warfare and physical anxiety—so you can stop fighting yourself and start healing.

Elisha breaks down the crucial difference between a spiritual battle and a biological "fight or flight" response and explains why you often need to regulate your body before you can effectively engage your spirit.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• The "Either/Or" Trap: Why the church often mistakes physical symptoms for spiritual failures.
• The Body’s Alarm System: Understanding why your heart races and why prayer doesn't always stop the adrenaline immediately.
• Spiritual Anxiety: How to identify when fear is attacking your identity and trust in God.
• Practical Tools: A step-by-step guide to somatic exercises that calm your nervous system so you can pray with clarity.

Key Quotes:

• "If your car’s engine light comes on, praying over the hood won’t fix a broken transmission. Your body is the same way."
• "Taking medication or going to therapy doesn't mean you don't trust God. It means you are being a good steward of the body He gave you."

Resources Mentioned:

• Video: Why Your Body Freezes During Trauma (And How to Unfreeze)
• Book a session with Elisha: Restoring You Christian Counseling | Catonsville, MD

Connect with Elisha:

• YouTube: Elisha's Space
• Instagram: Elisha Lee (@elishasspace) • Instagram photos and videos
• Website: Restoring You Christian Counseling | Catonsville, MD

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Keywords: Christian counseling, spiritual warfare, panic attacks, nervous system regulation, faith and mental health, somatic healing, anxiety relief for Christians, religious trauma.

When anxiety feels overwhelming, sometimes we need more than just words—we need to signal safety to our bodies. 🌿 In this guided Christian meditation for anxiety, we combine somatic grounding techniques with the healing power of Scripture to help you find true rest.

If your mind is racing or your chest feels tight, this is your safe space to pause. Join Elisha for a trauma-informed session that invites the Prince of Peace into your chaos. We will focus on regulating the nervous system through breathwork and anchoring our hearts in God’s promises.

In this episode, we cover:

• Somatic breathing to calm the physical symptoms of anxiety
• Healing scriptures to guard your mind (Psalm 94:19, Philippians 4:6-7)
• A guided visualization to release your burdens to Jesus
• Practical tools for anxiety relief that you can use anywhere

🎧 Listen to this when: You feel a panic attack coming on, before sleep, or whenever you need a reminder that you are held.

📖 Scriptures Used:

• Psalm 94:19 - "When anxiety was great within me, your consolation brought me joy."
• Philippians 4:6-7 - "And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts..."

🌿 About Elisha's Space:Welcome to a sanctuary for healing, growth, and authentic conversations. Hosted by Elisha, a counselor and author, we explore the intersection of faith, mental health, and church hurt recovery.

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Have you ever felt too anxious to pray? You aren't alone. In this episode, Elisha explains the biology behind "fight or flight" and why traditional prayer can sometimes feel impossible when you're triggered. Learn how to use Breath Prayer to stimulate your Vagus Nerve, lower your cortisol, and reconnect with God—not through striving, but through stillness.

Key Takeaways:

• Why anxiety blocks your ability to focus on prayer.
• The science of the Vagus Nerve and safety.
• A guided 3-minute Breath Prayer session.

Resources Mentioned:

• Video: How to Regulate Your Nervous System in 60 Seconds