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How therapy helps you navigate job seeking pressure
When we talk about job searching, we usually talk about resumes and networking. We don’t talk enough about the "silent" weight: the anxiety of the unknown, the sting of automated rejections, and the way a lack of structure can make your sense of worth feel shaky.
Job seeking isn't just a practical process—it’s a deeply emotional one. This post explores why the pressure hits so hard for high-achievers and how therapy serves as a stabilizer, helping you separate your identity from your inbox. Because while the job market may be unpredictable, your worth is not.
Systemic Therapy and Anxiety: Why Anxiety Doesn’t Live Only Inside You
Anxiety doesn’t exist in a vacuum — it’s shaped by relationships, roles, and unspoken expectations.
That Sunday evening feeling? Let’s talk about it
Sunday anxiety isn’t a personal flaw—it’s a pattern. If Sunday evenings bring tension, racing thoughts, or a sense of heaviness, this article explores why that happens and what actually helps. Grounded in psychological research and clinical practice, it offers clear, practical ways to respond to the Sunday Scaries with more clarity, agency, and compassion—without trying to force the anxiety away.
Tired But Wide Awake? Understanding The Link Between Anxiety and Sleepless Nights…
We’ve all been there: the clock reads 3:00 a.m., the world is silent, but your brain is running a marathon. When anxiety meets insomnia, a frustrating cycle takes hold—stress fuels sleeplessness, and the dread of being awake fuels even more stress. Suddenly, your bedroom feels less like a sanctuary and more like a battleground.
The High Achievers’ Trap: When "Hustle Culture" Becomes High-Functioning Anxiety
In today's hustle culture, burnout is a real issue many of us face. As we strive for constant productivity, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted. Burnout happens when chronic workplace stress isn't managed well, leading to feelings of depletion, cynicism, and reduced effectiveness. Insights from experts like Dr. Christina Maslach, Dr. Gabor Maté, and Emily Nagoski offer valuable strategies for coping. Setting boundaries, practicing self-compassion, prioritizing self-care, seeking support, and advocating for healthier work environments are key steps. Remember, your well-being is crucial, so take time to recharge and find balance in this busy world.
Nature or Nurture? Do Men and Women Handle Stress Differently?
Key hormones cause men and women to respond to stress differently. However, there are hormones that every single person has, regardless of sex. Both men and women have a hormone called cortisol in their bodies.
5 Ways to Handle Stress Around The Holidays
When we have time off for a holiday, it’s supposed to be a joyous time… The gatherings, catching up with friends, seeing family from out of town. Or even just catching up on our to-do lists. Unfortunately, it rarely ever is 100% positive the whole time. Holidays can, in fact, be extremely stressful.
The Weight of the "What If": Why Career Changes Fuel Anxiety
Searching for jobs is already one of the more stressful things we often go through. Add in the current economy, bleak prospects, and a rising cost of living…well, it certainly isn’t getting easier. The truth is, it is actually really common to become depressed when you want a new career. Here’s why.
Do I Have High Functioning Anxiety?
People who have high-functioning anxiety often have many similarities with those with Generalised Anxiety Disorder. They have all the symptoms of someone with traditional anxiety disorders but with a few key differences. Typically, a high-functioning person can hide their anxiety better. They also can manage their symptoms in a way that does not prevent them from living everyday life.
How to Cope with Anxiety If You Can’t Attend Therapy
Thankfully, there are a number of things you can do on your own to help you find some relief from anxiety when it strikes. Practice makes perfect, so try to practice these ahead of time. That way, you aren’t panicking trying to remember how to do it or if it works for you.
Stress & Anxiety: What is the difference?
Is there a difference between stress and anxiety? While both are emotional responses, there are differences between them. Both stress and anxiety have very similar symptoms; however there are key differences that should be known. Why? Knowing the difference between stress and anxiety can make a world of difference. It can help you determine if what you are feeling is just temporary or something that is going to be chronic. It can mean the difference between how well you can move on from stressful events…
How to Overcome Post-Covid Anxiety At Work
In the past six months, many people are returning to the office, but after almost a year of working from home, some people struggle to face this change. In addition, even though vaccine rates are up, the Delta variant is causing uncertainty. So it’s no surprise that people are experiencing anxiety as they return to the office…
5 Signs You Were Raised by A Parent with Anxiety
Being raised by an anxious parent is hard. Growing up, you may not have even realized that your parent’s decisions, actions, or words were due to them having anxiety. Now, as an adult, you may look back at your childhood and wonder if they had anxiety. You may be searching for answers because of your own struggles with mental health now that you are an adult…
How To Stop Beating Yourself Up
When was the last time you heard from your inner critic? You know, that voice in your head that constantly judges you, puts you down and compares you to others. The one that tells you you’re not good enough or smart enough and says things you would never dream of saying to another person.
Coping with Depression During the Holiday Season
During this time of year, radio and TV ads would have us believe we should ΑLL feel merry and bright! Sadly, that’s not always the case. According to the National Institute of Health, many people experience depression during the holiday season.
“I can’t remember what it feels like caring about myself”…
“I have become so used to caring about others, my parents, my partner, everyone else except me, that I find it very difficult to begin, how do I begin?”