Calmly Coping

It's human nature to compare yourself to other people and to want to fit in, appear normal, or maybe stand out and appear unique depending on the circumstances.  As a result, you might find yourself comparing yourself to others and then start feeling bad about yourself when you feel you don't measure up.    In this episode I will be talking all about why you NEED to stop comparing yourself to othe...

When you struggle with high-functioning anxiety, you might struggle with things such as people-pleasing, self-doubt, comparing yourself to others, focusing on the negative, difficulty saying no, and fear of failure.  Most of these struggles actually stem from feelings of insecurity, or a lack of confidence… and it's something you can change! In this episode I will be sharing my 5 tips for how to i...

Tim Davis has been a science educator & coach for over 20 years; and he's the author of TRIPOLAR: The Story of a Bipolar Triathlete. He's a big advocate for mental health and physical fitness and their connectedness.  He has been in recovery for over 14 years, and also competing and coaching in triathlons and endurance races for over two decades.   This episode is excellent for anybody who is inte...

Does your mind always go to the worst-case scenario?  Are you predicting and anticipating that it's going to be the end of the world in your mind… even though you logically know it probably won't be?  This is what happens when fear and anxiety takes over to try to keep you safe, but it is often stressful and can be anxiety-provoking In this episode I will be sharing how you can STOP expecting the...

Do you struggle with letting go of the outcome? This might be something that you are engaging in unconsciously because of your fear, anxiety and nervousness.  And it's what I'm covering in this episode, because it's a topic that comes up often when I'm working with my clients. In this episode you will learn:   Why you struggle with letting go of the outcome My 5 actionable tips to help you practic...

Do you struggle with knowing how to get motivated?  Maybe you're currently in a slump and you feel stuck and lost as to moving forward to the next step.  Finding motivation can be tough, but with a little push and perseverance, you can learn how to get motivated. In this episode I will be sharing 10 easy tips to help you get motivated right now!   In this episode you will learn: The hardest part o...

Overthinking can lead to anxiety, stress, and frustration.  In this episode I'll be sharing tips on how to stop overthinking so you can start relaxing and improve your mental health. In this episode you will learn: Why you overthink things The different types of overthinking My 6 practical tips to help you stop overthinking   ++++++++ Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for overthinkers wh...

"Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress." If you are struggling with burnout, it can be difficult to see a way out of it, and it can have a negative impact on your mood, motivation levels, physical energy levels, drive for work, and more. In this episode I will talk about the signs of burnout, the two different types of burnout, an...

Share this episode with your loved ones. It can feel difficult to help a family member or loved one who is struggling with anxiety.  You may not know the right things to do or say, and may even find that certain things you say can make things worse. In this episode I'll be discussing how you can help and support a loved one struggling with anxiety.   In this episode you will learn: What anxiety ca...

High-functioning anxiety: when you appear high-achieving, calm, successful, organized and put-together on the outside… But on the inside you are struggling with anxiety, fear, self-doubt, insecurity, people-pleasing, overthinking, and overworking.   In this episode I'll be discussing 4 tips that you can practice this week to start coping with your high-functioning anxiety rather than allowing it t...

In this week's episode I'm going to talk about the top mistakes that I have seen people with high-functioning anxiety make, and how you can stop making them.   In this episode you will learn: The top 5 mistakes people with high-functioning anxiety make Why these mistakes are more harmful than helpful Concrete tips to start doing things differently so you can feel better and achieve growth more qui...

It's not selfish to prioritize yourself first, it is an act of self-love and communicating through your words and actions that you matter, you are important, and you are worthy of having your needs addressed.  I'm going to be talking all about why you need to prioritize yourself first, along with how to get past the blocks that might come up when you start to think about prioritizing yourself and...

I'm challenging myself to share my personal story because I know it's so important to be authentic and vulnerable in order to challenge the stigma surrounding mental health and the perfectly curated stories we constantly see on social media and the internet.  This episode is my personal high-functioning anxiety story.   ++++++++ Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for overthinkers who stru...

Kezia Luckett is a Positive Psychologist, three times international best-selling author of "The Pay it Forward Series: Notes to My Younger Self" volume 1, 2 & 3 and the creator behind two revolutionary modalities, The Energy Code and Mind Conditioning Therapy.   In this episode we discuss: Kezia's experience going from burnout to helping women struggling with burnout Positive psychology The progra...

A people-pleaser is "a person who has an emotional need to please others often at the expense of his or her own needs or desires."  Is it worth it to sacrifice your needs to make others happy? If you struggle with difficulty saying no, avoiding conflict, feeling anxious when others are mad at you, and you are ready to STOP being a people-pleaser, then this episode is perfect for you. In this episo...

Is constantly being connected and plugged in harmful for your well-being and mental health?  Listen to this podcast episode to learn how to unplug to reconnect with yourself and improve your self-care in your day-to-day life. If you struggle with technology addiction or if you know technology can be a negative trigger for you personally and you want to be more intentional with how you use it, then...

Having a to-do list with a million tasks can be exhausting.  And on top of that, when you are prone to anxiety, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed with tasks, chores, events, people to contact, and other external influences in your life. So what can you do to stop this from happening?  And how can you cope with the stress and overwhelm of your to-do list anxiety, upcoming events, and external stre...

Can you learn how to face your fears with confidence? Is it possible to get to a point where your fears do not control your life and you are able to stay safe, while also experiencing the challenges and beauty life has to offer? In this episode you will learn: The difference between a fear and a phobia My 4-step process to face your fears with confidence How to use gradual exposure to face your fe...

Self-doubt and imposter syndrome are the lies we create in our heads that tell us we just aren't good enough. In this episode, you're going to learn 3 effective ways to finally overcome self-doubt.  If you struggle with overthinking, difficulty making decisions, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt, then this episode is perfect for you.   In this episode you will learn: The root of your self-doubt an...

We have so many responsibilities nowadays between juggling a career and personal life. Is it possible to really have a work-life balance? It totally is.  In this episode you will learn my 5 tips to improve your work-life balance.   In this episode you will learn: How to actually take a refreshing break from work The importance of presence to cultivate balance in your life How to effectively set bo...

Do you ever get that feeling of dread when you can't stop thinking about a future event? Learn the signs of anticipatory anxiety and how to stop it in its tracks.   In this episode you will learn: The signs of anticipatory anxiety Why you struggle with overthinking things before they even happen 5 tips to help you cope with anticipatory anxiety   ++++++++ Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcas...

In today's episode, we're going to talk about how to stop feeling like you're not good enough.  If you struggle with feeling like you're never good enough, perfect enough, and fear being a failure, then this episode is perfect for you. In this episode you will learn: 4 reasons why you might struggle with feeling like you're not good enough 5 tips to help you STOP feeling like you're not good enoug...

In today's episode, we're going to talk about how to save yourself a few hours every week by time blocking.  If you struggle with procrastination, having a high workload, and feeling like you never have enough time to get things done, then this episode is perfect for you.   In this episode you will learn: What time blocking is and how it helps decrease anxiety How time blocking can help you preven...

In today's episode, we're going to talk about why high-functioning anxiety is a breeding ground for burnout, and what you can do about it.  If you struggle with high-functioning anxiety and are feeling burnt-out, or fear that you're heading towards burnout, then this episode is perfect for you. In this episode you will learn: The warning signs of burnout and signs of high-functioning anxiety Why h...

In today's episode, we're going to talk about health anxiety (previously referred to as hypochondriasis), something that has been exacerbated or brought about in many by the COVID-19 pandemic.  I'm going to discuss what it is, and my suggestions for how to cope with it.   In this episode you will learn: The two different types of health anxiety 6 tips to cope with health anxiety The things you are...