Please pray for me to find healing & a break-through for my treatment resistant Major Depressive Disorder and at times debilitating anxiety. Please help me to seek God’s guidance, strength to get through hard days, and trust in him when I feel uncertain about my place in this world & to pray for peace to my mind, body & soul.

Dr. Nancy Viscovich of SSM Health in Madison was in her early 40s when she decided to learn karate. Today, as a third-degree black belt, she says it’s never too late to pick up a new skill. She shares how she overcame her initial anxiety toward practicing martial arts. She also discusses the mental health benefits of taking on new challenges. Plus, she shares tips to increase your likelihood of success.