Calmly Coping

You might find yourself double-checking things constantly, replaying conversations in your head, or seeking reassurance about something that doesn’t feel quite right. Is it OCD? Anxiety? Or maybe just perfectionism? In this episode, I’m breaking down what OCD actually is (beyond the stereotypes), how it shows up differently than anxiety and perfectionism, what intrusive thoughts really mean, and the treatment that’s most effective for creating long-term relief and change.   In this episode, you will learn: What OCD actually is — beyond stereotypes and overused labels How OCD, anxiety, and perfectionism overlap, and where they diverge What effective treatment looks like, and how to start shifting your relationship with intrusive thoughts   Sources: Perfectionism & Uncertainty: https://www.jptcp.com/index.php/jptcp/article/download/3979/3860/10231 ERP Effectiveness: https://www.scienceworkshealth.com/post/what-is-erp-therapy-a-gentle-introduction-to-exposure-response-prevention-for-ocd   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   ✨ Learn more about the brand new Calm & Ambitious Resource Vault: https://www.calmlycoping.com/vault   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.  

You’re working hard. You’re doing all the things. You’re meeting deadlines, juggling responsibilities, and staying on top of everything... but you're also running on fumes. High performance is rewarded. But no one really talks about the cost. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to perform at a high level without burning out. Because being successful shouldn’t come at the expense of your well-being.   In this episode, you will learn: Why high performers are especially prone to burnout — and how to spot it early. The mindset shift that turns rest and self-care into fuel for performance. Practical, research-informed strategies to help you stay effective and care for yourself.   Sources: Effects of Chronic Stress on Cognitive Function: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352289524000663 Effects of Total and Partial Sleep Deprivation on Reflection Impulsivity and Risk-Taking: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7261660/   Related episodes: 9 essential mindset shifts for perfectionists: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/mindset-shifts-for-perfectionists/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/RmOn68XNQEI Do you have unrealistic expectations? https://www.becalmwithtati.com/unrealistic-expectations/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/xEkbSU53zJo Do you put too much pressure on yourself? https://www.becalmwithtati.com/stop-putting-pressure-on-yourself/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/9oxhdae1PMY How to set boundaries with work: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/work-boundaries/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/zUbJWUoeIYY   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   ✨ Learn more about the brand new Calm & Ambitious Resource Vault: https://www.calmlycoping.com/vault   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.  

Whether you're creating content for your own business, managing social media for someone else, or building your brand full-time, there’s this constant pressure to be “on.” To perform. To grow. To beat the algorithm. And when your hard work gets… crickets? Or worse — you get hit with harsh criticism from strangers on the internet? It’s enough to make anyone question if it’s worth it. In this episode, I’m going to walk you through how to manage your mental health as a content creator — even when you're not getting the results you want, even when you're stuck in the comparison trap, and even when it feels like you're on a constant hamster wheel just trying to keep up.   In this episode, you will learn: How to stay resilient when your content isn’t performing the way you hoped Why comparison, criticism, and algorithm-chasing can sabotage your mental health — and what to do instead Practical mindset shifts and boundaries that help you stay grounded and intentional in your content creation journey   Sources: https://www.netinfluencer.com/creator-burnout-crisis-research-shows-52-percent-experiencing-burnout-37-percent-consider-leaving-the-industry/ https://www.thepodcasthost.com/mindset/dealing-with-burnout-as-a-creator/   Crisis Resources: If you’re struggling and need immediate support, please know you don’t have to go through this alone. Here are some resources available to you: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for 24/7, free, confidential support. Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained counselor. Find a Helpline: Search for hotlines worldwide → http://findahelpline.com   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   🎓 Enroll in the Harness Your Emotions Course: https://calmlycoping.com/emotions   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.  

If you’ve ever felt like you should have it all together—but inside, you're exhausted, scattered, or secretly struggling to keep up—this episode is for you. I'm joined by Rebecca Tolbert, a clinical therapist and ADHD coach who brings warmth, wisdom, and lived experience to the conversation around ADHD in high-achieving professionals. We explore how ADHD can show up in subtle, unexpected ways, why it’s often overlooked in women, and how learning to work with your brain—rather than against it—can change everything.   In this episode, you will learn: The subtle ways ADHD can show up in high-achievers How to manage your energy through “sprinter-style” productivity The SEMPRE skill set that supports ADHD brains and nervous systems Why acceptance and joyful structure are key to sustainable success   Connect with Rebecca: Download the SEMPRE Pillars: https://rebecca-tolbert.kit.com/1a445b31ce www.consciousstrides.com instagram: @rebeccatolbert LinkedIn: Rebecca Tolbert, LICSW   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   💌 Subscribe to the Calmly Coping Newsletter: https://calmlycoping.com/newsletter   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Feeling unmotivated, exhausted, down, and no longer enjoying the things you used to enjoy? Is it depression or is it burnout? So many of the symptoms can overlap, that sometimes it can be hard to tell. In this episode, I’ll be sharing how to tell the difference, along with practical tips for how to treat each so you can stop struggling and begin thriving.   In this episode, you will learn: The key differences and overlap between depression and burnout How to identify what you’re actually experiencing Actionable strategies to help you recover, depending on which it is   Mentioned in episode: Burnout Recovery: How I help my clients go from overwhelmed to calm: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/burnout-recovery/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5EIG52A7QQ?si=xMWeSd4rh0_xV-ye Feeling unmotivated? This is for you: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/feeling-unmotivated/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/WwDydU0DnVg?si=OJqzb0NrHHjlacC5   Crisis Resources If you’re struggling and need immediate support, please know you don’t have to go through this alone. Here are some resources available to you: United States 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for 24/7, free, confidential support. Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained counselor. United Kingdom & Ireland Samaritans: Call 116 123 for free, confidential support, available 24/7. Canada 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988 for immediate nationwide support. Talk Suicide Canada: Call 1-833-456-4566 or text 45645. Australia Lifeline Australia: Call 13 11 14 for 24/7 support. International Find a Helpline: Search for hotlines worldwide → http://findahelpline.com   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   🎓 Free 3-day Course: How To Calm Your Mind So You Can Finally Relax: https://calmlycoping.com/relax   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

If you're feeling unmotivated, then this is for you, especially if you're feeling unmotivated because of overwhelm. Many times we can reach a point of lacking motivation or desire to do anything because there is so much on our plate, so much on our minds, and so much going on all around us. So in this episode, I'm going to share why that happens and practical steps for what you can do about it.   In this episode, you will learn: Why overwhelm, not laziness, is often the real cause of lost motivation My 5-step reset to help you move from mental fog to clear, focused action How to meet yourself with compassion instead of pressure when your energy is low   Mentioned in episode: How to Get Organized with High-Functioning Anxiety: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/organizing-with-high-functioning-anxiety/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/DlEYrWdOVmo Do You Have Unrealistic Expectations? Here’s What To Do: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/unrealistic-expectations/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/xEkbSU53zJo Feeling Unmotivated? This is for you: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/feeling-unmotivated/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/WwDydU0DnVg   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   📝 Download the free guide: Goodbye Overwhelm: Your Guide To Accomplish More By Doing Less: http://calmlycoping.com/overwhelm   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Are you feeling exhausted, burnt-out, and done with your job… but leaving doesn’t feel like an option right now? Maybe you feel trapped financially, fear the consequences of leaving, don’t see any other options, or don’t even know what you want to do next… If so, know that you’re not alone. I have worked with many clients in this exact situation, and in this episode I’ll dive deeper into the reasons why you’re feeling trapped, along with practical tips to find a way towards more calm, energy, and freedom.   In this episode, you will learn: Why staying in a draining job can feel like the only option, even when it's harming your mental health. The deeper emotional and psychological reasons behind feeling stuck Practical, compassionate steps you can take right now to protect your energy and reconnect with a sense of possibility.   Mentioned in episode: Escape Survival Mode and Heal Your Nervous System: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/heal-nervous-system/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/YDtmmN942Fg How to Really Disconnect from Work: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/disconnect-from-work/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZfA2nKTTxKg Evening Routine to Calm Your Mind and Disconnect from Work: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/evening-routine/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/V0euexQIjx4 How to Set Boundaries With Work (Without Feeling Guilty): https://www.becalmwithtati.com/work-boundaries/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/zUbJWUoeIYY   Sources: The Workplace Dynamic of People-Pleasing: https://www.mdpi.com/2673-8392/5/3/95 The Job Demands–Resources model: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Job_demands-resources_model   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   🎓 Learn more about Calm, Balanced, & Confident: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/calm-balanced-confident/   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

If you’ve ever felt like you can’t relax until you’ve earned it, or like your worth depends on your bank balance, this episode is for you. In this episode I’m joined by Lindsay Bryan-Podvin, a financial therapist and author who helps people heal their relationship with money through a shame-free, psychology-informed lens. We’re diving into how financial anxiety impacts high achievers—and what it really takes to feel calm, confident, and enough.   In this episode, you will learn: How financial anxiety often hides behind productivity and burnout Small mindset shifts to help you feel calmer and more confident with your finances How perfectionism impacts your money beliefs, and what to do about it   Connect with Lindsay: Lindsay’s Free Quiz: https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/quiz Lindsay’s Website: https://www.mindmoneybalance.com/ Lindsay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindmoneybalance/ Lindsay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindMoneyBalance/videos Lindsay’s Book: The Financial Anxiety Solution   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   💌 Subscribe to the Calmly Coping Newsletter: https://calmlycoping.com/newsletter   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Have you ever felt like no matter how much you accomplish, it’s never enough? You continue striving forward, but it seems like the goal post keeps moving, and you can never feel fully satisfied with where you are in life. If you're feeling anxious, pressured, worried, and constantly stressing yourself with your own expectations, it may be a signal you’re placing unrealistic expectations on yourself—ones that harm your mental health more than they help. In this episode, I’m talking about what it really means to hold unrealistic expectations, how they impact high achievers’ mental health, and whether you should lower, adjust, or realign those expectations, to preserve both your ambition and your peace.   In this episode, you will learn: How to recognize when your expectations are working against you Ways to adjust your goals without losing momentum Tools to care for your mental health while staying driven   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   ▶️ Watch the Free Training: Achieve a Calm Mind, Balanced Life, and Empowered Confidence in 90 Days: https://calmlycoping.com/workshop   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

If overthinking has ever gotten you to talk yourself out of doing something before you even started, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing why our minds spiral into decision paralysis, how perfectionism and anxiety can sabotage our progress, and therapist-approved strategies to help you shift from spiraling thoughts to intentional action.   In this episode, you will learn: Why overthinking keeps you stuck in place How to recognize protective patterns like perfectionism and fear of failure Mindful, practical ways to simplify your decisions and move forward   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   📝 Free Guide: Stop Overthinking and Start Relaxing: https://calmlycoping.com/overthinking   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

We often believe that if we can just control things — our environment, other people, the outcome — we’ll finally feel calm. But what if the opposite is true? In this episode, I share how a daily source of frustration transformed completely when I chose acceptance over control. You’ll learn how this mindset shift can improve emotion regulation, reduce anxiety, and help you navigate life with more ease, especially if you’re a high-achiever who often gets caught in “shoulds” and expectations.   In this episode, you will learn: How acceptance (not control) leads to calm and emotion regulation The difference between acceptance and resignation Practical ways to reduce frustration when things don’t go as planned   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Perfectionism is one of those things that can seem like a strength on the surface, but often masks things like fear of rejection, anxiety, and a deep exhaustion from always striving. In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Tara Cousineau, a Harvard University clinical psychologist and author of The Perfectionist’s Dilemma who has worked with high achievers for over two decades.   Tara brings both clinical expertise and personal experience to this conversation as we explore what perfectionism really is, why it shows up, and how we can begin to shift out of the cycle of never feeling enough. If you've ever felt stuck in the pressure to perform or found it hard to rest without guilt, I know this conversation will resonate with you deeply.   In this episode, you’ll learn: The different types of perfectionism How to meet perfectionist parts of you with compassion instead of resistance Using IFS (Internal Family Systems) to heal perfectionism How body-based practices support healing from high expectations A simple mindset shift to soften your inner critic daily   Connect with Tara and learn more about her book, The Perfectionist’s Dilemma: www.taracousineau.com www.perfectionistsdilemma.com   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   💌 Subscribe to the Calmly Coping Newsletter: https://calmlycoping.com/newsletter   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Smartphones are now ubiquitous, and although they offer many benefits, they can also become a source of anxiety. Worrying about responding to notifications, the feeling of being constantly available, and coming across triggering content on social media are just a few causes. In this episode, I’m sharing the exact ways I set up and use my phone to feel calmer, more focused, and less reactive. You’ll learn simple changes to reduce mindless checking, set clear boundaries, and use your phone in a way that actually supports your mental health.   In this episode, you will learn: How compulsive phone use feeds anxiety (especially for high-achievers) The exact setup I use to support calm, clarity, and presence Practical tips and mindset shifts to structure your phone more intentionally   Mentioned in episode: Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport How to Break Up With Your Phone by Catherine Price Newsfeed Eradicator Browser Plugin (Chrome/Firefox) ScreenZen App: https://www.screenzen.co/   My favorite phone apps: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   ▶️ Watch the Free Training: Achieve a Calm Mind, Balanced Life, and Empowered Confidence in 90 Days: https://calmlycoping.com/workshop   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

What if the way you listen could completely transform your relationships? In this episode, I sit down with longtime BBC journalist and author Emily Kasriel to explore the power of deep listening as a tool for connection, calm, and healing. We dive into how to navigate difficult conversations, be fully present with others, and create space for trust and understanding. If you're craving more meaningful interactions in a fast-paced and increasingly disconnected world, this conversation is a must-listen.   In this episode, you’ll learn: Practical ways to stay grounded and open during difficult conversations A step-by-step framework to help you listen with more presence and empathy How deep listening can create safety, trust, and authentic connection   Connect with Emily: Emily Kasriel’s new book Deep Listening: https://a.co/d/gOrCmtF Emily’s website: https://www.emilykasriel.com/ Emily’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilykasriel/   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   💌 Subscribe to the Calmly Coping Newsletter: https://calmlycoping.com/newsletter   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Do you feel guilty setting boundaries? Worry about upsetting others when you say no? If the fear of disappointing people is driving your decisions, even at the expense of your own well-being, this episode is for you. You’ll learn where this fear comes from, why it’s so hard to let go of, and how you can start shifting out of people-pleasing so you can take care of yourself without guilt.   In this episode, you will learn: The deeper reason you feel responsible for others’ happiness How to spot people-pleasing in your body and thoughts Small ways to start setting boundaries, even when it feels scary   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   🎓 Get $10 off my self-paced course Get to the Root of Your Anxiety using the code PODCAST10 at checkout: http://calmlycoping.com/root   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Do you notice your anxiety, mood, or motivation shifting with your cycle? In this episode, I’m diving into how hormone changes, especially during the pre-menstrual phase, can impact those with high-functioning anxiety, and how you can start working with your cycle rather than pushing against it. I’ll be sharing practical, compassionate strategies you can start using today.   In this episode, you will learn: Why anxiety and emotional sensitivity often spike during the pre-menstrual (luteal) phase How to track your cycle emotionally and use “cycle syncing” to reduce PMS intensity Six practical coping tools, including how to manage overwhelming emotions with the RAIN technique   Resources: International Association for Pre-Menstrual Disorders (IAPMD): https://www.iapmd.org/ Meal delivery service I use during the luteal phase: Thistle: https://www.thistle.co/?referral_key=TATIAN1PG9   Sources: https://dialnet.unirioja.es/descarga/articulo/9671035.pdf https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8906247/ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/nutrition-and-exercise-throughout-your-menstrual-cycle https://www.bswhealth.com/blog/cycle-syncing-a-self-care-approach-to-nutrition-exercise-and-daily-life https://www.tarabrach.com/rain/   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

When was the last time you truly did nothing—no phone, no to-do list, no distractions? In a world that rewards constant doing, stillness can feel foreign, even uncomfortable. But if you're feeling overwhelmed, foggy, or stretched thin, the space you're avoiding might be exactly what’s necessary. In this episode, we’ll explore why doing nothing isn’t indulgent, it’s essential.   In this episode, you will learn: Why “doing nothing” is deeply healing for your brain and body How constant stimulation is silently draining your clarity, creativity, and energy Simple ways to reclaim small pockets of stillness in your day (even when your inner critic says “doing nothing” feels lazy or wrong)   Sources: https://scottbarrykaufman.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Christoff-et-al.-2016.pdf https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.00722/full https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/a-20-minute-nature-break-relieves-stress https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10400419.2014.901073?journalCode=hcrj20 https://www.denverartmuseum.org/en/exhibitions/georgia-okeeffe-new-mexico https://www.who.int/news/item/17-05-2021-long-working-hours-increasing-deaths-from-heart-disease-and-stroke-who-ilo   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   🎓 Free 3-day Course: How To Calm Your Mind So You Can Finally Relax: https://calmlycoping.com/relax   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

It’s been five years of Calmly Coping — 230 episodes, thousands of listeners, and countless lessons. In this special anniversary episode, I’m reflecting on the personal and professional growth I’ve experienced, and the impact you’ve had on this journey. Let’s look back, reconnect, and look forward to what’s next.   And stick around to the end — I have a big announcement about what’s next for Calmly Coping!   In this episode, you will learn: Five transformative lessons I’ve learned from five years of creating Calmly Coping The powerful impact this podcast has had both for you and for me A special announcement about what’s ahead for Calmly Coping   And I want to give a special shoutout to my incredible team—Rochelle, my VA, and Brianna, my editor—who have supported me behind the scenes. Calmly Coping wouldn’t be what it is today without you!   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Can you truly rest and be successful? In this episode, I’m joined by holistic business mentor and licensed therapist Maegan Megginson to explore what it really means to be deeply rested and wildly successful. We unpack the pressure to overperform, how rest can look different for everyone, and how to shift from burnout into a life that feels more sustainable, joyful, and in tune with your true self. This conversation is grounding and deeply validating for any high achiever who’s ready to stop running on empty.   In this episode, you will learn: What deep rest really is—and why it’s crucial for high-achievers Early signs of burnout (beyond just exhaustion) How to identify what kind of rest you actually need Ways to release the guilt that often comes with slowing down How to reconnect with your intuition when anxiety takes over   Connect with Maegan: Maegan’s Deeply Rested Newsletter: www.deeplyrested.com/newsletter Deeply Rested Podcast: https://maeganmegginson.com/deeply-rested-podcast/   Sandra Dalton-Smith’s rest framework: https://www.drdaltonsmith.com/   Previous Calmly Coping episodes on trauma responses: Escape Survival Mode and Heal Your Nervous System: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/heal-nervous-system/ | YouTube: https://youtu.be/YDtmmN942Fg The Relationship Between Trauma and High-Functioning Anxiety: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/trauma-and-high-functioning-anxiety/ | YouTube: https://youtu.be/Gu1y08t2lTY How Trauma Affects Anxiety with The Anxious Therapist: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/how-trauma-affects-anxiety/ | YouTube: https://youtu.be/LmXL4z1dY0I   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   💌 Subscribe to the Calmly Coping Newsletter: https://calmlycoping.com/newsletter   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message   ——————— Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com   ——————— My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081   ——————— Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc   ——————— Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.

Have you ever told yourself, “Once I finish everything on my list, then I’ll relax”... only to find that the list never actually ends? It’s like you’re chasing the finish line, but it keeps moving further away. And when you do finally pause, instead of feeling peace, you feel guilt—like you haven’t earned your rest yet. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m going to help you break that cycle so you can stop waiting for permission to rest and finally start honoring your needs—without the guilt.   In this episode, you will learn: Why you constantly feel the need to finish everything before you can rest—and why that’s not serving you. How to identify the emotional patterns and beliefs that keep self-care at the bottom of your list. A simple, therapist-informed 4-step method to help you shift from productivity guilt to intentional rest and balance.   Mentioned in episode: How to Set Boundaries with Work: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/work-boundaries/   ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help you feel more calm, balanced, and confident from within. ———————   🎓 Free 3-day Course: How To Calm Your Mind So You Can Finally Relax: https://calmlycoping.com/relax   💬 Submit a message, question, or suggestion to the podcast: https://calmlycoping.com/message ———————   Want more?   👩🏽‍💻 Work with me: My mission is to help you decrease your anxiety, declutter your mind, and say hello to a life of calm and balance.  Learn more about my coaching, therapy, and course offerings here: https://becalmwithtati.com/work-with-me   👥 Join the Calmly Coping Group: The free supportive community for high-achievers with high-functioning anxiety. Join Today: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CalmlyCoping   📝 Take the Free High-Functioning Anxiety Quiz: http://hfaquiz.com ———————   My favorite tools: 🧘🏽‍♀️ Mindfulness Meditation App*: https://mindfulnesscom-partner-program.pxf.io/x97kyd ✅ Todoist To-Do List App*: https://get.todoist.io/8e7o0ay8n081 🕊️ Moonbird (Handheld Breathing Coach)*: https://calmlycoping.com/moonbird ———————   Say hi on social: 🔗 Website: https://becalmwithtati.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/tatianaglpc 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tatianaglpc/ 📌 Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/tatianaglpc ———————   Intro/Outro Music: Rescue Me (Instrumental) by Aussens@iter (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/tobias_weber/57990 Ft: Copperhead   Disclaimer All content here is for informational purposes only. This content does not replace the professional judgment of your own mental health provider. Please consult a licensed mental health professional for all individual questions and issues.   *Links included in these show notes may be affiliate links. This means that I may earn a small commission for purchases made using these links (at no additional cost to you). All products that I share are products I use, love, and recommend.