Calmly Coping

I've been through the difficult, overwhelming, and uncomfortable on my journey towards healing from high-functioning anxiety and developing my Calm, Balanced, & Confident curriculum to help others do the same. If I could go back and speak to my past self, there are a few things I wish I learned earlier to make things easier. In this episode I'll be sharing 5 things I wish I learned earlier about h...

So why would I be telling what NOT to do? That's because what you don't do is just as important as what you DO when it comes to your mental health and personal development. It's important to have BOUNDARIES so that you can effectively care for yourself in order to show up as your best. In this episode, I'm going to be sharing 8 things you DON'T want to do when you have high-functioning anxiety, be...

In this week's episode, I spoke with Jim Van Allan, vice president of schools and a professional speaker of over 12 years. Jim also hosts a podcast, Communicate to Motivate. In this episode, Jim shares his experience being a public speaker as an introvert who struggles with social anxiety. He shares the importance of self-awareness, effective communication skills, managing anxiety-provoking social...

If there is one thing that is common in today's society, it's that everybody is busy. Even though we have technology and access to tools that have made our lives easier in many ways, we still have full schedules with work, family, personal hobbies and leisure activities, and other obligations and responsibilities. When you're busy, especially when you're feeling overwhelmed, it can be difficult to...

Day 1: How to cultivate a positive mindset so you feel calmer throughout your day Day 2: The mistakes you're making when it comes to creating healthy habits & routines, and how to change that so you're working with your human nature rather than against it Day 3: How to set healthy boundaries so you can finally start taking care of your needs in the way you deserve. REGISTER FOR THE FREE 3-DAY CHAL...

Day 1: How to cultivate a positive mindset so you feel calmer throughout your day Day 2: The mistakes you're making when it comes to creating healthy habits & routines, and how to change that so you're working with your human nature rather than against it Day 3: How to set healthy boundaries so you can finally start taking care of your needs in the way you deserve. REGISTER FOR THE FREE 3-DAY CHAL...

Day 1: How to cultivate a positive mindset so you feel calmer throughout your day Day 2: The mistakes you're making when it comes to creating healthy habits & routines, and how to change that so you're working with your human nature rather than against it Day 3: How to set healthy boundaries so you can finally start taking care of your needs in the way you deserve. REGISTER FOR THE FREE 3-DAY CHAL...

I commonly hear from those struggling with high-functioning anxiety that you feel like a failure, and as though what you are doing is never good enough.  You're not alone in feeling this way, and it can feel extremely disappointing and discouraging when you are constantly chasing success and happiness, but you feel as though you can never reach a point of fulfillment and satisfaction.   It doesn't...

Overthinking can be one of the most uncomfortable things to deal with when you struggle with anxiety and high-functioning anxiety.  The feeling that your brain doesn't shut up, overanalyzing every little thing, always thinking of the "what if's" and the future… If this sounds like you, then this episode is perfect for you.  In this episode I will be sharing my top tips for what you can do when you...

Do you struggle with relaxing, resting, and doing nothing?  When you struggle with high-functioning anxiety it can feel difficult to relax and you might feel a drive to always be busy so that you can get more done and avoid failure or negative consequences. In this episode I'm going to discuss why always being busy is making your high-functioning anxiety worse, and what you can do about it.   In t...

What causes high-functioning anxiety?  Is it the same as what causes other anxiety disorders?  Is it your genetics, experiences, or a combination of both?  And what can you do to treat and prevent it?   In this episode I'm going to be answering all of these questions to help you understand more about high-functioning anxiety so you can recognize it and ultimately learn how to overcome it.   In thi...

**TAKE THE FREE HIGH-FUNCTIONING ANXIETY QUIZ ** http://hfaquiz.com   When you have high-functioning anxiety, you are able to function well and even be extremely successful in your career, family life, and/or personal life… but the thing that nobody knows is that on the inside your behaviors are driven by fear, self-doubt, and avoidance, rather than feeling grounded and confident in yourself. This...

Alex Lianne Carter is a High-Performance Productivity NeuroCoach™, Business Mentor and founder of Ambition Unleashed. She works with high achievers to master their millionaire mindset, supercharge their productivity and uplevel their leadership skills so they can create a greater impact & hit 7 figures --without burnout. After experiencing her own nervous breakdown, Alex discovered exactly what it...

Are you guilty of engaging in all or nothing thinking?  You either view things as being perfect or terrible.  If you're not perfect, then you're a failure.  You use terms such as "all," "never," "always," or "every."  You focus on the extremes of possibility, rather than all the shades of grey in the middle.   In this episode I'm going to teach you how to CUT all or nothing thinking out of your li...

Does it ever turn into a never-ending cycle for you of just continuing to do more and more and more until you feel frazzled, anxious, burnt-out, and your body and mind FORCE you to stop? When you are a high-achiever who struggles with high-functioning anxiety, it's easy to get caught up in the cycle of overworking and pushing past your limits. In this episode I'll be sharing my 4 TIPS for how to s...

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...