175. The Paradox of Self-Care: Why More May Lead to Increased Anxiety

The Anxiety Chicks

Cloud10

Health & Fitness, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Mental Health

4.8 • 808 Ratings

🗓️ 3 August 2024

⏱️ 29 minutes

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Summary

Welcome back to the Anxiety Chicks Podcast! In this episode, Alison and Taylor dive into the challenges faced by perfectionists and people-pleasers when it comes to prioritizing self-care. If you often find yourself putting others' needs before your own or feel guilty about taking time for yourself, this episode is for you! Key Topics Discussed Understanding the Struggle The pressures of perfectionism and people-pleasing. How these traits can hinder self-care. Steps to Consistent Self-Care Practical tips for integrating self-care into a busy schedule. The importance of setting boundaries and saying no. Finding Work-Life Balance Strategies for creating a more balanced lifestyle. Recognizing when work is taking over personal time. Being Present and Enjoying Life Techniques to cultivate mindfulness during leisure activities. Ways to let go of perfection and embrace fun. Connect with The Chicks on IG @theanxietychicks @theanxietyhealer @health_anxiety PREORDER The Anxiety Healers Guide for Clinicians HERE Sponsor ZocDoc - CLICK HERE to book a top rated doctor today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:45.3	Hi, I'm Allison.
0:46.5	And I'm Taylor.
0:47.5	And we're the host of the Anxiety Chicks podcast where we dive deep into the reality of anxiety, nutrition, and mental health.
0:54.8	Listen as we explore all things anxiety healing while keeping it real, including our own struggles with mental health.
1:01.0	We'll bring our expertise as healing professionals to the conversation while discussing the tools and strategies you need to heal the anxious mind.
1:09.3	Listen to the anxiety chicks on the IHeart radio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcast.
1:21.2	Hi, everyone.
1:22.3	Welcome back to the Anxiety Chicks podcast.
1:24.2	I'm Taylor.
1:25.2	And I'm Allison Sepanara.
1:31.4	And we're back this week with a pretty topic that hits pretty home for me. First of all, Allison, how are you doing? I know you're at your
1:39.1	is this, this is your summer house, right? Yes, I'm down in the Jersey Shore. We come down every so often in the
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