Calmly Coping

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...

In today's episode, we're going to talk about 6 easy tips (+1 bonus tip!) to help calm your mind from anxiety.  Anxiety can feel really uncomfortable in the moment and when you start worrying and overthinking more-- it can just make things worse! Knowing a few coping skills you can use to help you calm your anxiety can make a huge difference between getting caught in the downward spiral of anxiety...

The end of one year and the beginning of the next brings a time for a fresh start and renewed motivation for your goals.  A lot happens in a year!  Although it can seem to fly by, it is so important to be able to review and reflect upon what worked for you and what didn't in the past year. I'll also be discussing planning for the new year, and how you can set intentions & goals for the year ahead....

If you struggle with fully disconnecting from work, turning off your mind and letting go of the thoughts, stress, and pressure that come from your responsibilities, then this episode is perfect for you! You're not alone- it can be very difficult to disconnect from work, especially if you struggle with high-functioning anxiety.   In this episode you will learn: The ONE THING driving your difficulty...

If you are struggling with anxiety and want to start prioritizing your needs so you can feel better , then this episode is perfect for you!   In this episode you will learn: 8 types of self-care you need when you have anxiety Why self-care is so important for decreasing anxiety How to STOP feeling so guilty about self-care! ++++++++ Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for overthinkers who...

In this episode I'm going to share some questions to help you determine if you're processing your emotions in a healthy way or not… and what you can do about it. In this episode you will learn: 4 questions to ask yourself to help you determine if you're processing your emotions in a healthy way or not What leads to emotional build-up and unhealthy emotional processing And my action tips to help yo...

Emotions are an inherent part of being human, yet you may not have the skills to properly manage and cope with difficult emotions.  The reality is, that your behaviors can often be clues to your emotional turmoil under the surface. In this episode you will learn: 8 signs that your emotions are controlling you   Why these behaviors are a sign of emotions that are being avoided under the surface   A...

Everybody experiences stress. It is a product of difficult situations, people, and circumstances. So what causes you to get stressed? A massive to-do list? Deadlines at work? A fight with your partner? Traffic?  These are the cornerstones of what causes stress. Especially if you are constantly negatively reacting to every little thing that occurs. And it's entirely possible to make changes so that...

Learning how to slow down can be challenging, especially for those of you who feel guilty taking a break or thrive off of always being busy.  But continuing to live your life moving from one thing to the next and never taking the time to slow down comes at a cost… The cost is that you are missing your life. In this episode you will learn: The beliefs that are preventing you from slowing down The #...

Everybody puts pressure on themselves at one time or another.  Pressure to be a better person, be healthier, do more work, be a better wife, husband, parent, the list goes on.  But how much of this pressure is healthy, and how much of it just results in more stress, tension, and anxiety? In this episode you will learn: How to know when you're putting too much pressure on yourself Why you think put...

When you have clutter everywhere… it can feel overwhelming and stressful.  The same applies when you have digital and mental clutter. If you're feeling overwhelmed with all of the tasks, thoughts, and ideas running through your mind and having difficulty getting organized without over-analyzing things, then this episode is perfect for you! In this episode you will learn: My top 3 tips to help you...