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Take Out Therapy: End Overthinking & Overwhelm for Empathic High Achievers

Take Out Therapy: End Overthinking & Overwhelm for Empathic High Achievers
Author: Rebecca Hunter, MSW
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Feeling like life’s a bit… much?
Take Out Therapy is the podcast that feels like chatting with a friend—who also happens to be a therapist. Hosted by Rebecca Hunter, MSW, this show gets real about the messy stuff: stress, overwhelm, and that inner voice that just won’t quit. It’s your weekly dose of practical advice and shared humanity, designed to help empathic high-achievers tackle life with less angst and more ease.
Learn how to finally set boundaries without guilt, quiet your inner critic, and build the emotional resilience you’ve been craving. Expect relatable stories, laugh-out-loud moments, and actionable tools you can actually use—because who has time for fluff?
Start with a fan-favorite episode!
Highly Sensitive People Are Gifted & Challenged With Empathy and Overthinking https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-out-therapy/id1481635658?i=1000713772648
or... Manage Your Anger Without It Hijacking Your Life: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-out-therapy/id1481635658?i=1000704864319
Take Out Therapy is the podcast that feels like chatting with a friend—who also happens to be a therapist. Hosted by Rebecca Hunter, MSW, this show gets real about the messy stuff: stress, overwhelm, and that inner voice that just won’t quit. It’s your weekly dose of practical advice and shared humanity, designed to help empathic high-achievers tackle life with less angst and more ease.
Learn how to finally set boundaries without guilt, quiet your inner critic, and build the emotional resilience you’ve been craving. Expect relatable stories, laugh-out-loud moments, and actionable tools you can actually use—because who has time for fluff?
Start with a fan-favorite episode!
Highly Sensitive People Are Gifted & Challenged With Empathy and Overthinking https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-out-therapy/id1481635658?i=1000713772648
or... Manage Your Anger Without It Hijacking Your Life: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/take-out-therapy/id1481635658?i=1000704864319
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Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Feeling “stuck” might actually mean your nervous system is in full-on survival mode. In this short, therapy-informed mini session, Rebecca explains how to tell the difference, why your body and brain confuse stress for danger, and how to start calming both so you can move forward NOW.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to work with Rebecca directly? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically...with topics ranging from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to emotional resilience and anxiety relief; discover actionable tips for managing stress, cultivating inner peace, overcoming overwhelm, setting boundaries, and mastering emotional regulation, all while supporting empathic high-achievers on their journey toward self-compassion, work-life balance, and freedom from overthinking and people-pleasing habits.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Your phone is stealing more than your time. It’s quietly eroding presence, connection, and motivation. In this episode of Take Out Therapy, Rebecca Hunter calls out the elephant in the room: cell phone overuse. Learn how constant scrolling impacts mental health, why it’s blocking true self-awareness, and how to step back without losing touch. If you’ve been feeling anxious, disconnected, or “never enough,” this conversation is the wake-up call you need.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to work with Rebecca directly? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically...with topics ranging from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to emotional resilience and anxiety relief; discover actionable tips for managing stress, cultivating inner peace, overcoming overwhelm, setting boundaries, and mastering emotional regulation, all while supporting empathic high-achievers on their journey toward self-compassion, work-life balance, and freedom from overthinking and people-pleasing habits.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Switching things up is one of the best ways to grow. In this episode, you’ll learn how new experiences wake up the brain, why gratitude is easier when you reset your perspective, and how stepping outside your comfort zone builds resilience. You don’t need a plane ticket—just a willingness to shake up routine.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to work with Rebecca directly? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically...with topics ranging from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to emotional resilience and anxiety relief; discover actionable tips for managing stress, cultivating inner peace, overcoming overwhelm, setting boundaries, and mastering emotional regulation, all while supporting empathic high-achievers on their journey toward self-compassion, work-life balance, and freedom from overthinking and people-pleasing habits.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Self-doubt has a way of showing up the moment life goes off track. That critical voice says you should be doing more, doing better, or not doing it at all. In this mini session, you’ll learn a simple shift to notice those thoughts, validate your experience, and replace criticism with kindness. Imperfection isn’t failure—it’s mental health in action.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to work with Rebecca directly? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically...with topics ranging from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to emotional resilience and anxiety relief; discover actionable tips for managing stress, cultivating inner peace, overcoming overwhelm, setting boundaries, and mastering emotional regulation, all while supporting empathic high-achievers on their journey toward self-compassion, work-life balance, and freedom from overthinking and people-pleasing habits.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Sometimes we get stuck in one way of seeing things—and it makes life feel smaller and harder than it needs to be. In this episode, I share one of my favorite therapy tools: the reminder that two things can be true at the same time. It’s simple, but it can change how you think about relationships, grief, work, and more. A quick listen with a big payoff for your mental health. Win, win!Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to work with Rebecca directly? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically...with topics ranging from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to emotional resilience and anxiety relief; discover actionable tips for managing stress, cultivating inner peace, overcoming overwhelm, setting boundaries, and mastering emotional regulation, all while supporting empathic high-achievers on their journey toward self-compassion, work-life balance, and freedom from overthinking and people-pleasing habits.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Struggling with anxiety, overthinking, or feeling stuck on edge?You’re not broken—your nervous system is just running on overdrive.In this episode, therapist Rebecca Hunter shares the three therapy steps she used to heal her own anxiety and now teaches in her Back to Calm program: education, mindfulness, and self-compassion.Discover why quick fixes don’t work, how real healing actually happens, and why empathic high achievers finally feel calm when they follow this framework.It’s simple. It works. And it’s the way out of anxiety.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to work with Rebecca directly? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically...with topics ranging from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to emotional resilience and anxiety relief; discover actionable tips for managing stress, cultivating inner peace, overcoming overwhelm, setting boundaries, and mastering emotional regulation, all while supporting empathic high-achievers on their journey toward self-compassion, work-life balance, and freedom from overthinking and people-pleasing habits.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Why Controlling Behavior Backfires (and How to Let Go Without Losing Stability)Control feels safe, but it’s actually fear in disguise. The more you micromanage and nitpick, the more trust and connection erode.In this episode, you’ll learn why over-controlling sabotages relationships at work and at home, and the first step to shifting from control to collaboration.🎧 Listen now and discover how letting go creates real stability.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to work with Rebecca directly? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically...with topics ranging from mindfulness and emotional intelligence to emotional resilience and anxiety relief; discover actionable tips for managing stress, cultivating inner peace, overcoming overwhelm, setting boundaries, and mastering emotional regulation, all while supporting empathic high-achievers on their journey toward self-compassion, work-life balance, and freedom from overthinking and people-pleasing habits.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Stuck replaying the same thoughts on a loop?In this 5-minute mini session, Rebecca Hunter shares a simple mindfulness reset that stops rumination in its tracks.You’ll learn how to notice when your brain is spiraling, use a quick sensory anchor to interrupt the loop, and ask one powerful question that shifts you back into the present.Listen now and grab a practical tool to calm your mind anytime rumination hijacks your peace.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Why do old loves still haunt us...sometimes decades later?That late-night dorm call, the heartbreak, the chaos… your brain remembers it all.In this episode of Take Out Therapy, Rebecca Hunter, therapist and anxiety expert, unpacks why past relationships feel unforgettable: how first love wires the brain like an addiction, how attachment ruptures cut deep, and why memory loves to romanticize the drama.You’ll also learn simple strategies to quiet the rumination loop, naming it, reality-checking it, and creating your own closure, so old love stops running your present.Listen now and discover how to stop replaying the past and reclaim your peace.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.In this mini session, you'll discover why looking inward can feel so uncomfortable and one powerful way to quiet the shame and self-judgment that always show up.Self-focus is the doorway to growth, but it often gets hijacked by harsh self-criticism. That inner voice saying “I’m weak, I’m broken, I’m the problem”? That’s shame talking—and it blocks the very work that sets us free.In this short session, I’ll teach you how judgment fuels shame, why it activates your nervous system, and a simple self-compassion practice that instantly shifts you into care mode.🎧 Listen now and learn how to soften your inner critic so personal growth actually feels doable.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Always waiting for other people to change? That’s the fastest road to resentment and emotional chaos. In this episode Rebecca Hunter, MSW, explains why focusing on others keeps us stuck, and how learning to self focus can quickly bring clarity, boundaries, and peace. Learn one simple way to reclaim your power and shift from frustration to real growth.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.People pleasing might look like being kind, but inside relationships it slowly destroys trust, creates resentment, and enables poor behavior.In this week’s Mini Session, Rebecca Hunter explains why this habit is so emotionally destructive, how it keeps relationships stuck in survival mode, and the one simple shift that frees you from assuming and lets you start choosing differently.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.People pleasing isn’t just about being nice. It’s a survival strategy wired into the nervous system that can quietly erode self-worth, drain energy, and disconnect us from our own lives. In this episode Rebecca Hunter, therapist and anxiety expert, unpacks the roots of people pleasing, how it shows up in sneaky ways, and why it’s more than just a “bad habit.” You’ll learn how childhood experiences shape this pattern, how to recognize it in real time, and most importantly, how to begin unlearning it. If you’re exhausted from always putting everyone else first, this session will show you the path back to authenticity and peace.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comTo work with Rebecca directly, book a consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Ever walked away from a moment with your kid, partner, or parent thinking, “Why did I just lose it like that?”In this short therapy-informed Mini Session, you’ll learn the 3 quickest ways to tell when your nervous system is reacting from old pain — not present reality.Spotting these signs in real time gives you the power to pause, regulate, and avoid spirals, shutdowns, and regret-filled reactions.Listen now to learn how to catch a trigger before it catches you.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Ever feel like your emotional reactions come out of nowhere?This episode breaks down what a trigger actually is—how your brain and nervous system are wired to protect you, not sabotage you.Learn the four-step R.A.C.E. method I’ve taught for decades to help people stay grounded, think clearly, and handle emotional reactions with way more self-trust.Listen now to start handling your triggers with clarity instead of chaos.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Ever wonder why you feel calm one minute and spiraling the next?In this short episode, you'll learn how your nervous system impacts your mental health and why understanding its patterns is key to feeling more steady and self-aware.You'll discover the three core states your nervous system moves through daily, what they feel like, and how they drive everything from burnout to disconnection to real presence.Listen in to get familiar with the system that’s quietly shaping your emotional world and start responding instead of reacting.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better...for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Still hoping that problem will just go away if you stay quiet?Avoiding hard conversations might feel like the safe route—but it’s actually draining your energy and slowly wrecking your relationships. In this episode, you’ll learn why staying silent about your needs can feel easier (especially for empathic people), but comes at a high personal cost.I’ll walk you through a step-by-step process to have meaningful conversations that don’t blow up in your face—so you can stop carrying all the emotional weight and finally get the connection you're craving.If you're ready to stop pretending everything’s fine and start speaking up in a way that feels respectful and clear, this episode is your permission slip.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Is change really that hard—or is something else getting in the way?In this short therapy-informed episode, Rebecca breaks down why change often feels impossible—especially for empathic overthinkers. Spoiler: it’s not about discipline. It’s about how your system responds to unfamiliarity.Learn how your brain is wired for sameness, how that keeps you stuck, and what to do instead. You’ll walk away with a powerful mindset shift and a small, doable experiment to begin retraining your brain for expansion.Press play for a neuroscience-backed reframe that makes change feel possible again—without the shame spiral. Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Feeling stuck in a FUNK in one or more areas of life? If you’re caught in a cycle of overthinking, emotional overwhelm, and zero motivation—you’re not alone. And no, you’re not broken. In this episode, I’ll teach you a simple, science-backed strategy that can help you break the cycle and actually start feeling better fast.You’ll learn:— Why distinguishing between mental health maintenance and mental illness changes everything— A 3-word therapy tool that taps into your brain’s natural reset switch— How one small shift can create big momentum (with real-life proof)Press play to learn how to “switch things up” and get back to feeling like yourself again.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.
Tired of trying to think your way out of overthinking?Let me show you what actually works—in less than 30 minutes.Get immediate access to a free class now.Ever get completely derailed by a random email, a stray thought, or “just one quick thing”?In this bite-sized episode, Rebecca Hunter shares her go-to CBT + somatic therapy trick for instant distraction recovery. Just three words, a breath (not deep...slow), and a no-nonsense reset to get you back on track.Learn how to rewire your brain’s reward system, interrupt the trance of task-switching, and stop rewarding distraction without guilt, overthinking, or even saving your unfinished email.Listen now and take your focus back, one small but mighty phrase at a time.Rebecca Hunter, MSW helps empathic high-achievers (like you) stop overthinking, overcome emotional overwhelm, and actually feel better—for real.💥 Ready to feel calm and clear again?Check out Back to Calm, my complete self-paced program that teaches the exact skills I’ve used with thousands of clients to reset their nervous system, rebuild self-trust, and finally feel present in life again.→ Explore the program now at takeouttherapy.comWant to talk first? Book a quick consult here.Like the podcast & want to collaborate? Email me at info@takeouttherapy.comTake Out Therapy is a podcast for people who want to reduce anxiety, recover from burnout, and live more authentically.Each episode explores topics like mindfulness, emotional intelligence, emotional resilience, and anxiety relief—and offers simple, practical tools for managing stress, overcoming overthinking, setting boundaries, and staying grounded.Created especially for empathic high-achievers and sensitive professionals, this show helps you break free from people-pleasing, build real self-compassion, and create true work-life balance.