Ep32 - CEOs Get Anxious, Too

You think of a CEO and you probably picture someone who has it all together. They’re out there speaking in front of audiences, resolving high-level disputes, and running companies. 

But what’s happening behind the scenes? Is it possible that even CEOs can wrestle with mental illness?

Dr Matt Lucas is the President and Global CEO of Our Daily Bread Ministries, whom Anxious Faith is a part of — yep, we’ve got the big boss on today. 

From being thrust into leadership roles to tasting career success at an early age, Dr Matt looked like he had it all together. But inside, his reality was a little different. Despite the face he put on for work, he wrestled with high levels of stress, anxiety and depression, which grew harder and harder to hide.

In this episode, Dr Matt shares vulnerably about how his mental health struggles caught up with him and caused some significant issues. We’ll hear what led to that point, how he faced and worked through these struggles, and how they’ve impacted him as a leader today.

Through this podcast and our other resources, our heart here at Anxious Faith is to spark conversation and tackle the taboos around mental health in our churches and faith communities. Will you help us do that? 

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