How many times have you heard that hard work is the only path to success? Or that if you’re not grinding every second of the day, you’re falling behind? It’s everywhere—this idea that working harder, longer, and faster is the key to getting ahead. But what if that’s not true? If you’re someone who’s constantly […]
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Time Management Essentials with Anna Dearmon Kornick
If you’ve ever found yourself juggling endless to-do lists, trying to “do it all,” yet still feeling behind — this conversation is for you. In this episode, I’m joined by Anna Dearmon Kornick, a sought-after time management coach, keynote speaker, and founder of the It’s About Time Academy. Anna shares why overwhelm isn’t just about […]
3 Lessons I’ve Learned Helping High Achievers Manage Anxiety
Most people think anxiety keeps you stuck in inaction — hiding, avoiding, or freezing. But with high-functioning anxiety, it often looks completely different. In this episode, I’m sharing three powerful lessons I’ve learned from helping hundreds of high-achieving professionals manage their anxiety — lessons that may just change the way you see yourself. In this […]
The Cycle of High-Functioning Anxiety (and How to Finally Break It)
Do you ever feel like no matter how much you do, it never feels like enough? That constant cycle of overthinking and overdoing has a name — and today, I’m going to break down the cycle of high-functioning anxiety, why it keeps you stuck, and most importantly, how you can start breaking free from it. […]
The Hidden Costs of High-Functioning Anxiety
On the outside, you look like you’ve got it all together — successful, dependable, hardworking. But on the inside? You’re stuck in the cycle of overthinking, overplanning, and overdoing. In this episode, I’m breaking down the hidden costs of high-functioning anxiety, and how to recognize the toll it may be taking on your life, along […]
It’s Not Burnout—It’s Betrayal with Lora Cheadle
If you’ve ever felt like burnout remedies just don’t work for you, this episode might explain why. I’m joined by Lora Cheadle, JD, CHt—leadership wellness coach, TEDx speaker, and author—who introduces a powerful concept: sometimes what we think is burnout is actually betrayal. We explore how unspoken expectations, self-abandonment, and identity gaps can quietly exhaust […]
OCD vs Anxiety: How to Finally Tell the Difference
You might find yourself double-checking things constantly, replaying conversations in your head, or seeking reassurance about something that doesn’t feel quite right. Is it OCD? Anxiety? Or maybe just perfectionism? In this episode, I’m breaking down what OCD actually is (beyond the stereotypes), how it shows up differently than anxiety and perfectionism, what intrusive thoughts […]
How to Perform at a High Level Without Burning Out
You’re working hard. You’re doing all the things. You’re meeting deadlines, juggling responsibilities, and staying on top of everything… but you’re also running on fumes. High performance is rewarded. But no one really talks about the cost. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to perform at a high level without burning out. Because being […]
How To Protect Your Mental Health As a Content Creator
Whether you’re creating content for your own business, managing social media for someone else, or building your brand full-time, there’s this constant pressure to be “on.” To perform. To grow. To beat the algorithm. And when your hard work gets… crickets? Or worse — you get hit with harsh criticism from strangers on the internet? […]
What ADHD Really Looks Like in High-Achievers with Rebecca Tolbert, LICSW
If you’ve ever felt like you should have it all together—but inside, you’re exhausted, scattered, or secretly struggling to keep up—this episode is for you. I’m joined by Rebecca Tolbert, a clinical therapist and ADHD coach who brings warmth, wisdom, and lived experience to the conversation around ADHD in high-achieving professionals. We explore how ADHD […]
