Best Highfunctioninganxiety Podcasts (2025)

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How to Overcome Insomnia with Joseph Pannell 1:05:58

5d ago1:05:58

1:05:58

If your mind races the moment your head hits the pillow — you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m joined by sleep expert Joseph Pannell, who shares his personal journey through 20 years of chronic insomnia and the powerful, science-backed strategies that helped him heal. We explore the deep connection between high-functioning anxiety, perfectionism,…

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How to Set Boundaries With Work (Without Feeling Guilty) 11:10

19d ago11:10

11:10

Ever feel like work is creeping into every part of your life? Your boss emails you on weekends, clients expect instant replies, or—even if you’re your own boss—you find yourself working at all hours? Setting boundaries at work can feel impossible… and if you do set them, guilt kicks in. But here’s the truth: You can set boundaries and still be seen…

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Feeling Rushed? How to Slow Down and Be Present 15:03

1M ago15:03

15:03

Are you rushing through life, always focused on the next thing on your to-do list? In today’s fast-paced world, it’s so easy to get caught up in overthinking and busyness that we forget to truly stop and live. Let’s hit pause and explore how to slow down, reset your mind, and be more present—for yourself and your loved ones. This episode is about l…

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9 Signs Your Job Is Hurting Your Mental Health 13:18

2M ago13:18

13:18

Have you ever felt like work is taking over your life, but you tell yourself, this is just what success looks like? Maybe you constantly think about work, struggle to disconnect, or even feel physically drained—but you push through because you feel like you have to. The problem? When stress goes unchecked, it can start affecting your mental and phy…

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What Got You Here Isn’t Working: Why Success Leads to Burnout 14:20

2M ago14:20

14:20

You’ve worked hard to get to where you are—pushing yourself, proving yourself, and striving for excellence. And it worked. But now? You’re exhausted, stuck, and maybe even resentful. What once fueled your success is now burning you out. In this episode, we’ll explore why the habits that got you here are no longer serving you, how to redefine succes…

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How to Turn Sunday Dread Into Monday Productivity 11:19

3M ago11:19

11:19

Does Sunday evening feel like a ticking clock, counting down to a week of stress, pressure, or overwhelm? Maybe you’re not dreading Mondays outright, but you’re struggling to find focus, energy, or motivation when the workweek begins. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’ll break down why this happens and share actionable s…

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7 Signs of High-Functioning Depression 21:07

3M ago21:07

21:07

On the outside, you’ve got it all together—thriving in your career, keeping up with responsibilities, and maybe even excelling in ways that others admire. But on the inside, it’s a different story. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in a cycle of sadness, exhaustion, or self-criticism while keeping up appearances, you’re not alone. In this episo…

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How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty 10:30

3M ago10:30

10:30

Have you ever found yourself saying yes to something you didn’t really want to do—just to avoid the guilt of saying no? Maybe it was a last-minute request at work, a social invitation, or yet another commitment on your already packed calendar. Learning to say no isn’t easy, but it’s essential for protecting your energy, time, and mental health. In …

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Simple Daily Habits to Stop Overthinking 16:40

4M ago16:40

16:40

Overthinking can feel like an endless loop, consuming your energy and keeping you from being fully present in your life: constantly analyzing, rehashing the past, or worrying about the future. In this episode, I’ll be sharing simple, actionable daily habits that can help you stop overthinking, regain control of your thoughts, and find more peace of…

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Are Fear and Anxiety Secretly Motivating Your Goals? 15:32

4M ago15:32

15:32

Are you pushing yourself toward your goals but wondering if they’re driven by desire and purpose—or by fear of failure or falling behind? In this episode, you’ll learn how to tell the difference and how to positively realign your motivation. In this episode, you will learn: How to identify if fear and anxiety are driving your actions. The long-term…

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What To Do When You’re Feeling Behind 28:26

5M ago28:26

28:26

Feeling behind at the end of your day, week, month, year, or your life? In this episode, I’ll be sharing exactly what to when you’re feeling behind during the big and the small moments, so you can go from feeling stuck to feeling inspired and motivated. In this episode, you will learn: The P.A.C.E. strategy to motivate you to pivot when you’re feel…

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I’m Taking a Break… 11:29

6M ago11:29

11:29

I’m taking a break from my podcast, and in this episode I explain why. (And there may be some things you can learn from my story!) Mentioned in episode: Anxiety vs Intuition: https://www.becalmwithtati.com/anxiety-vs-intuition/ ——————— Calmly Coping is a self-improvement podcast for high achievers who struggle with high-functioning anxiety to help …

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7 Tips To Cope With High-Functioning Anxiety At Work 14:10

6M ago14:10

14:10

High-functioning anxiety can show up a lot at work, and it’s important to recognize how to cope with it so you can prevent sliding into burnout, more stress, and frustration. Some of the ways high-functioning anxiety shows up at work that I’ll be talking about include: people-pleasing, overworking, putting too much pressure on yourself, poor bounda…

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When “Balance” Becomes Unhealthy 13:20

6M ago13:20

13:20

On the outside, it might look like you’ve got it all together—work, family, exercise, meditation, the whole 'balanced' life. But what if I told you that balance, the way you’re doing it, might actually be hurting you? In this episode, we’re talking about when balance becomes unhealthy and how striving for perfection in your personal life can leave …

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Are You Recreating Your Upbringing at Work? 15:35

7M ago15:35

15:35

Did you know you might be recreating your family dynamics at work—without even realizing it? The roles you played growing up could be influencing how you handle authority, conflict, and even your own needs in the workplace. In this episode, we’re breaking down how your upbringing shapes your behavior at work, and what you can do to change it. In th…

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Get Out Of Your Head and Into Your Life 21:39

7M ago21:39

21:39

Do you spend more time in your head thinking that you do feeling fully present in your life? Thinking about the future, planning for what’s to come, overthinking what you said during that meeting yesterday, and on and on and on… Thinking is powerful: it helps us reflect, process, and solve problems. But when you have trouble getting OUT of your hea…

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The Balance Between Self-Compassion And Discipline in Getting Things Done 15:15

7M ago15:15

15:15

Getting things done. Many of us have learned to use discipline and tough love to get things done, despite the waning motivation we might experience. However, in recent years, research on self-compassion has demonstrated the benefits of being kind and understanding with yourself and how that can have a positive impact on your mental health, self-est…

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Evening Routine to Calm Your Mind & Disconnect from Work 10:14

7M ago10:14

10:14

Is your mind still racing with work thoughts and to-do’s even after you go home or log off for the day? When your work is stressful and you haven’t set boundaries to not just physically separate, but to mentally separate your work from your personal life it can make it hard to be fully present for your loved ones, sleep at night, and actually enjoy…

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The Hidden Reason You Can’t Stop Being Busy 15:22

8M ago15:22

15:22

Do you ever find yourself constantly busy, even when you don’t need to be? What if this constant busyness isn’t just about getting things done, but about avoiding something deeper? In this episode, we’ll explore how overworking and constant productivity can be an unconscious form of avoidance, why it feels so rewarding and addictive, and what might…

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Unmotivated at Work? Is Quiet Quitting the Answer? 17:22

8M ago17:22

17:22

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right, but still feel like it’s not enough? Quiet quitting has been an increasing trend over the past few years: when employees do the minimum required by their job, without going above and beyond their duties. Are you feeling unmotivated at work: done with hustle culture, burnt-out, or frustrated tha…

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How to Delegate to Free Up Your Time (& Stress!) 13:09

8M ago13:09

13:09

This episode we're diving into a crucial skill for any high-achieving professional: delegation. If you find yourself overwhelmed and stressed with too much on your plate, this episode is for you. I'll be sharing practical tips on how to delegate effectively to free up your time and reduce stress. In this episode, you will learn: 3 key steps to syst…

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How to Stop Seeking External Validation and Increase Your Self-Worth 11:21

8M ago11:21

11:21

When you’re high-achieving, it can be easy to attach your self-worth to your accomplishments, and this includes the external validation you receive as a result of these accomplishments. This can look like only feeling good about yourself when you receive compliments, positive feedback, or any type of validation. The problem with this is that it lea…

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Cultivating Self-Trust: Anxiety vs Intuition 15:42

9M ago15:42

15:42

Your intuition is the inner voice that just knows, without having to reason consciously. It’s the gut feeling, the sense that you know what decision to make or when something (or someone) just doesn’t feel right. It’s not magic, but a product of your unconscious mind processing past information and experience. But sometimes anxiety can feel like a …

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Feeling Overwhelmed? Simple Tips to Reduce Stress 16:17

9M ago16:17

16:17

If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're in the right place. Overwhelm can be triggered by a high workload, emotional stress, life transitions, information overload, and perfectionism, just to give a few examples. In today's episode, I'm going to share practical tips and insights to help you navigate those intense feelings of overwhelm, regain your ba…

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Burnout Recovery: How I help my clients go from overwhelmed to calm 11:49

9M ago11:49

11:49

Are you feeling emotionally and physically exhausted from work and/or other responsibilities? Burnout can leave you feeling hopeless, drained, and stuck, but it doesn’t have to be that way. I specialize in helping clients recover from burnout so they can stop surviving and being thriving. Today, I'll share the strategy I use to help my clients go f…

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Escape Survival Mode and Heal Your Nervous System 19:25

9M ago19:25

19:25

If you've been feeling constantly on edge, overwhelmed, anxious, or just stuck in a cycle of never-ending stress, then you might be functioning in survival mode. This can be exhausting and harmful to your mental and physical health. Stay tuned as I share my top therapist-approved tips to help you heal your nervous system so you can find calm and re…

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My 5 Minute Journaling Trick for Anxiety & Overwhelm 7:26

10M ago7:26

7:26

I can’t even begin to count the amount of times I’ve heard from people who just found me or are just beginning to work with me, “I’ve tried journaling but I don’t know how to do it!” Or, “Journaling just turns into a giant brain dump and I can write forever but then I feel like nothing changes.” If this sounds like you, then you are absolutely not …

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How Your Phone is Destroying Your Mental Health 19:18

10M ago19:18

19:18

Imagine waking up every day feeling drained, anxious, and overwhelmed, all because of a tiny device in your pocket. Your phone, a source of constant negativity, comparison, and pressure to always be connected, is quietly destroying your mental health. In the next few minutes, I'll share how these subtle yet powerful effects impact you daily and sha…

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Feeling Out of Control? (Your questions answered) 27:29

10M ago27:29

27:29

In honor of the 200th episode of Calmly Coping, I recorded this episode to address YOUR questions. During this episode, I’ll be covering: How to deal with constantly replaying conversations in your head How other people can heighten our own anxiety How to manage high-functioning anxiety symptoms for women during their period and coping with PMS sym…

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Positive Affirmations for Perfectionism 8:14

10M ago8:14

8:14

This is a guided affirmations exercise for perfectionism to help you overcome your all-or-nothing ways of thinking if you struggle with a fear of failure, making mistakes, procrastinating, overthinking things, and being hard on yourself because of the desire for perfection in everything you do. When repeated regularly, positive affirmations help to…

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5 Tips to Stop Rushing Through Your Life (for high achievers) 17:38

10M ago17:38

17:38

If you find yourself perpetually rushing through your life from one task to the next, one event to the next, one milestone to the next, with a constant internal state of urgency and rushing, then this episode is for you. Maybe you look back on your day or on time with your loved ones and wonder: where was I? It’s possible you were so focused on get…

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Morning Routine to Reduce Anxiety & Overwhelm 17:10

11M ago17:10

17:10

Your morning can set the tone for the rest of your day. And when you’re feeling anxious and overwhelmed with life, it can be challenging to make time for a morning routine that helps you care for yourself and feel calm, productive, and present. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are my top tips to help you craft an ideal morning routine that …

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I Meditated 15 Minutes a Day for 30 Days: Here’s What Happened 14:59

11M ago14:59

14:59

I have been meditating for the past 10 years on and off, and it is one of the things that has massively reduced my anxiety and improved my relationship with myself. But, for the past few months or so, I have fallen out of the habit of meditation. Because of that, I created a challenge for myself: meditate for at least 15 minutes for 30 days straigh…

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How to Deal with Difficult Coworkers 12:36

11M ago12:36

12:36

Having a difficult coworker can be challenging and interfere with your work satisfaction and possibly make it more difficult for you to get your own work done. We spend much of our time at work, therefore it can be powerful to know what to do when you have a difficult coworker, because sometimes just ignoring it or hoping it will get better isn’t e…

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Transform From Overwhelmed to Calm and Happy 8:22

11M ago8:22

8:22

It’s possible to transform from feeling overwhelmed with work and never having time to relax or for your personal life (including hobbies, relationships, etc.) to feeling calmer from within and having more time and energy for the things and people you love most. And it doesn’t require quitting your job or making huge external changes. These changes…

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The Truth Behind Why You’re Overwhelmed 13:36

12M ago13:36

13:36

Are you feeling inundated with to-do list tasks, responsibilities, and an incessantly busy schedule? It might feel like you never have time for yourself, and when you do have time, your mind is endlessly swirling with worries, overwhelming emotions, and more. It is possible to get a break from the incessant overwhelm you feel, and in this episode w…

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How to Relax (Without Feeling Like You’re Dropping the Ball) 15:52

12M ago15:52

15:52

We’ve all been there: you know you need to relax and take a step back from work, but it’s so hard to actually put into practice. Your mind won’t stop racing with the tasks on your never-ending to-do list when you try to relax, and you worry about dropping the ball before you’ve even had the chance to step away. It doesn’t have to be this way, and y…

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Stop Being So Hard On Yourself 13:33

12M ago13:33

13:33

STOP being so hard on yourself. I know that you think that being hard on yourself is helping you to get things done and is what you need to do in order to accomplish things. However, it's oftentimes the opposite of that. And even if you recognize that being hard on yourself isn't helping you, it can really be hard to get out of that pattern. In thi…

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How to Handle Anxiety When Managing Employees 21:18

1y ago21:18

21:18

Managing employees can be both rewarding and difficult; it can be difficult to set expectations, manage team performance, and make tough decisions under pressure, all while managing your own workload and responsibilities. This can lead to heightened anxiety and stress as a leader. In today’s episode, we're focusing on how to navigate these challeng…

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Overcoming the Fear of Failure 15:38

1y ago15:38

15:38

Feeling like the fear of failure is constantly whispering in your ear, telling you you're not good enough or that you're bound to fail? This fear can lead to anxiety, procrastination, and a desire to push yourself too hard or self-sabotage when taking steps towards your goals. In today’s episode, we're diving into this fear that holds us back, and …

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5-Minute Trick to Calm Anxious Thoughts 11:01

1y ago11:01

11:01

Do you ever find yourself caught in a whirlwind of worst-case scenario thoughts that seem to spiral out of control, especially when you're trying to focus or relax? It's like your mind is speeding on a track of worries, doubts, and what-ifs, making it hard to catch your breath or find peace. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone, and today's ep…

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Affirmations for Confidence and Self-Worth (for High-Achievers) 7:11

1y ago7:11

7:11

Today I want to share a guided affirmations exercise for confidence and self-worth for high achievers to help you reprogram your mind if you struggle with self-doubt, overthinking, comparing yourself to others, and putting a lot of pressure on yourself. When you repeat positive affirmations, you are effectively rewiring your brain and creating new …

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Coping With Stress and Anxiety When You’re Self-Employed 26:24

1y ago26:24

26:24

Whether you are an entrepreneur or freelancer, have a brick-and-mortar or online business, sell products or provide services, or are an influencer or content creator, there are many unique challenges that come with being self-employed. Facing the pressures of customer or client demands, financial uncertainty, and the solitude of working independent…

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Feeling Overwhelmed With Work? Simple Tips To Reduce Work Stress. 14:15

1y ago14:15

14:15

Feeling buried under a mountain of tasks and deadlines? Struggling to catch your breath in the relentless whirlwind of work demands? If you're feeling overwhelmed with work, you're not alone. In this episode of Calmly Coping, we're diving deep into the challenges of work overload and the toll it can take on your well-being. I’ll be giving you a pep…

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3 Steps to Finding Your Identity Outside of Work 11:57

1y ago11:57

11:57

Do you feel like your life revolves entirely around your career? Do you find yourself tirelessly working towards success, yet struggle to define who you are outside of your job? If you're nodding along, you're not alone. Many ambitious professionals face the challenge of maintaining work-life balance and discovering an identity beyond their careers…

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Why Having High-Functioning Anxiety Leads To Burnout 9:33

1y ago9:33

9:33

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 b…

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Afraid to go to therapy? Here’s what to do. 24:28

1y ago24:28

24:28

Have you been procrastinating going to therapy? Maybe you are in a place where you’re struggling: you’re burnt-out, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or all of the above… and you know therapy might help, but you just haven’t taken the leap. It feels hard to take that first step and there are so many fears that arise and rationalizations that make it…

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How to Stop Taking Out Your Stress on Loved Ones 16:59

1y ago16:59

16:59

Have you ever found yourself caught in a cycle of taking out your stress and frustration on the ones you love? Maybe you're familiar with the guilt that follows, yet the pattern seems challenging to break. It's a common struggle—one that impacts relationships and takes a toll on your well-being. In today's episode, we're diving into the intricacies…

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How I Maintain Work-Life Balance As An Entrepreneur Who Works From Home 13:18

1y ago13:18

13:18

As an entrepreneur who works from home, it is very important for me to maintain certain boundaries in order to protect my time, energy, mental health, and relationships and so I can put my best into both my career and my personal life. This is something that I have refined over the years since I started working from home full-time as of March 2020 …

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What To Do When You Can’t Sleep (because of overthinking) 20:25

1y ago20:25

20:25

We all know how important sleep is to help us function better in our daily lives: to have improved focus, energy, and motivation. But did you know that sleep is also incredibly important for your mental health? Sleep deprivation is associated with an increase in anxiety and depressive symptoms, including an increase in expecting the worst-case scen…

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