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From Constantly "On" to Calmly in Control In our last post, we explored the hidden signs of high-functioning anxiety. Now that you can name it, it’s time to tame it. While anxiety might be the engine that’s driven your success, running on stress isn't sustainable. The goal isn’t to eliminate your drive, but to unhook it from the constant, draining feeling of anxiety. True control isn't about white-knuckling your way through the day. It’s about having the tools to manage your

It Looks Like Success, But It Feels Like Survival Your career is on track. You have a busy social life. You juggle responsibilities that would overwhelm most people. From the outside, you’re the definition of success. But on the inside? It’s a different story. You’re fueled by a constant, humming anxiety, a fear of dropping the ball, and a relentless inner critic telling you you’re not doing enough. If this sounds familiar, you might be experiencing what’s known as high-funct

Pulling Yourself Back to the Present Moment Have you ever felt your heart start to race, your thoughts spiral, and your body tense up? That feeling of being overwhelmed—whether from anxiety, anger, or stress—can feel like you’re being swept away by a current. In these moments, what you need is an anchor. "Grounding" is the psychological practice of pulling your focus away from the storm in your mind and anchoring it in the present moment. These techniques are simple, discreet

The Loudest Voice in the Room is Often Our Own Think about the last time you made a mistake. What was the first thing you said to...

Understanding Perfectionism and People-Pleasing Perfectionism and people-pleasing go hand in hand. They often stem from a desire to meet high standards set by ourselves or others. This might mean trying to be the best employee, an ideal parent, a supportive friend, or a perfect partner. In this relentless pursuit, we frequently measure ourselves against standards that are impossible to achieve. The outcome of such efforts? Exhaustion, burnout, resentment, anxiety, and a growi