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Welcome to the 28th episode of our podcast, New Book Launch Reading 2-The Power of Reciprocity as a Key Pillar to Overcoming High-Functioning Anxiety. In this episode, we dive into the power of reciprocity as a foundational pillar for overcoming high-functioning anxiety. Dr. Hartwell introduces her upcoming book, "Cultivating Professional Success," set to release this August. The book explores five essential pillars—hope, peace, stillness, joy, and reciprocity—guiding individuals to live a more peaceful, joyful, and successful life, both personally and professionally.

Dr. Hartwell shares an enlightening excerpt from the book, specifically focusing on the pillar of reciprocity. She reveals how reciprocity acts as an anchor amidst anxious overwhelm, allowing individuals to harness their high-functioning anxiety for personal growth and positive transformation. Reciprocity, defined as the exchange of things or services between individuals or groups with mutual benefit or obligation, forms the core of this pillar.

The excerpt reading emphasizes the significance of reciprocity as the final fifth pillar and how it provides a deeper understanding of high-functioning anxiety. It lays the foundation for developing a personalized plan for rapid relief, enabling individuals to navigate their anxiety while fostering growth. By embracing reciprocity, listeners can find solace and learn how to cultivate professional success with more peace, joy, and calm.

Listeners are encouraged to delve into the author's upcoming book, "Cultivating Professional Success," for a comprehensive exploration of the five pillars. It offers practical strategies and insights to help individuals overcome high-functioning anxiety and create a more fulfilling life. Tune in to discover the transformative power of reciprocity and unlock the keys to personal and professional growth. 

Remember, if you want to get on the waitlist to be notified when my new book is published this year, send me an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the waitlist! 

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Welcome to the 27th episode of our podcast, From Snippy to Serene Navigating High-Functioning Anxiety's Influence on Reactions. Today, we explore the impact of high-functioning anxiety on our reactions and emotions. In today's discussion, we will provide practical tips to help you feel less snippy and cultivate serenity in those challenging moments. By practicing self-awareness, utilizing grounding techniques, and building a personalized self-care toolkit, you can effectively navigate the influence of high-functioning anxiety on your reactions.  Self-awareness is the first step towards managing high-functioning anxiety. By being attuned to your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, you can gain insight into the triggers and patterns that contribute to your snippiness or irritability. 

Incorporating mindfulness techniques into your daily routine can help you cultivate a present-moment awareness and a non-judgmental attitude towards your experiences. This practice allows you to observe your anxiety without becoming overwhelmed by it, leading to a more serene and grounded state of being. Grounding techniques are invaluable tools for managing high-functioning anxiety. When you feel snippy or overwhelmed, grounding techniques can help anchor you in the present moment and alleviate distress.  By practicing self-awareness and mindfulness, utilizing grounding techniques, and building a personalized self-care toolkit, you can gain greater control over your reactions and cultivate a sense of calm and balance. Managing high-functioning anxiety is an ongoing process, and it's important to be patient and kind to yourself as you navigate this journey. 

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Welcome to the 26th episode of our podcast, New Book Launch Reading 1-Read Intro What is HFA and how do you know if you have it. Today, is a special episode of our podcast where we embark on an exciting journey of book readings. Over the next  few months, leading up to the launch of my new book in August this year, I'll be sharing excerpts with you. This pre-launch reading aims to pique your interest and give you a taste of what's to come. Additionally, I've started a waiting list for the official announcement of the book's release date, so stay tuned for that. Today, we'll begin with the book's introduction, exploring the concept of high functioning anxiety (HFA) and how to identify it within yourself.

My book aims to provide a deeper understanding of high functioning anxiety, its characteristics, and its impact on individuals' lives. By shedding light on this often misunderstood form of anxiety, we can foster compassion and support for those who may be dealing with it. Many people wonder if they have high functioning anxiety and how to recognize it. Instead of offering a checklist approach, the book takes a more introspective and immersive approach. By inviting readers to visualize and reflect on the words and concepts presented, it offers a more nuanced understanding of high functioning anxiety. This approach allows individuals to connect with their own experiences and gain insights into their mental well-being.

In writing this book, my aim was to provide clarity, insights, and relatable experiences that can help individuals recognize and navigate their own struggles. By embracing a more immersive and introspective approach, we move beyond simple checklists and dive into the depths of our emotions. Join us in the upcoming episodes as we continue this series of book readings, exploring different chapters and themes from the book. By delving into the intricacies of high functioning anxiety, we hope to empower listeners and foster a greater sense of understanding and a plan for how to grow from your anxiety experiences.

If you want to get on the waitlist to be notified when my new book is published this year, send me an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the waitlist! 

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Get your copy of Dr. Hartwell's new book, Cultivating Professional Success: Even When High Functioning Anxiety Drives You To The Edge at www.drlisahartwell.com

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Follow me on Instagram: @drlisahartwellanxietyreslience 

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Welcome to the 25th episode of our podcast, Decoding Anxiety Distinguishing High-Functioning Anxiety from Clinical Diagnosis in Three Ways. In this episode, we delve into the important topic of understanding the distinctions between high-functioning anxiety (HFA) and clinical anxiety. By shedding light on these differences, we aim to foster a more inclusive and empathetic society that can provide appropriate support to individuals experiencing anxiety. Recognizing the degree of anxiety, responses to anxiety, and the visibility of anxiety to others are crucial in navigating the complexities of anxiety and promoting understanding.

 We will discuss the Degree of Anxiety in High-Functioning Anxiety (HFA) is characterized by individuals experiencing significant anxiety while still managing to continue with their daily activities. HFA individuals may describe their anxiety as a constant companion, always present but not overpowering. The Response to Anxiety:
HFA individuals tend to respond to their anxiety by channeling it into productivity. The Noticeability of Anxiety to Others, which is for individuals with high-functioning anxiety is their ability to mask their anxiety symptoms. They often appear calm, composed, and capable to the outside world. This can make it difficult for others to notice their internal struggles, and consequently, it may be challenging for HFA individuals to seek support or understanding.

Distinguishing between high-functioning anxiety and a clinical anxiety diagnosis is crucial for understanding the unique challenges individuals face and providing appropriate support. By recognizing the differences in the degree of anxiety experienced, responses to anxiety, and the visibility of anxiety to others, we can better navigate the complexities of anxiety and foster a more inclusive and empathetic society. Understanding these distinctions allows us to extend the support and understanding individuals need, promoting a healthier and more compassionate environment for all.

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Get your copy of Dr. Hartwell's new book, Cultivating Professional Success: Even When High Functioning Anxiety Drives You To The Edge at www.drlisahartwell.com

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Follow me on Instagram: @drlisahartwellanxietyreslience 

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Welcome to the 24th episode of our podcast, Breaking the Chains: Conquering High-Functioning Anxiety in Business with Batching. Today, we're going to delve into the silent battle of high-functioning anxiety and how it can impact your business and professional life. It's a struggle that often leads to overwhelm, erodes confidence, and leaves you feeling helpless when it comes to driving change.

But fear not! We have a strategy to share with you—one that will help you break free from these challenges and regain control. Today, we're going to talk about the power of batching and how it can revolutionize the way you approach your work, helping you overcome overwhelm, perfectionism, overachievement, and self-doubt.

High-functioning anxiety is often hidden beneath a facade of productivity and success. On the surface, everything may seem fine, but internally, the pressure to perform, the fear of failure, and the constant need to exceed expectations can take a toll on your mental and emotional well-being.

In this episode, we're going to peel back the layers and shine a light on this silent battle. We'll explore how high-functioning anxiety can cause overwhelm, erode your confidence, and leave you feeling trapped and unable to make the changes you desire in your business and professional life.

But here's the good news: we have a powerful tool to share with you—batching. Batching is a productivity technique that involves grouping similar tasks together and tackling them in focused blocks of time. By implementing batching into your workflow, you can regain control, reduce overwhelm, and create a sense of accomplishment.

During this episode, we'll guide you through the process of planning for overwhelm, addressing perfectionism, managing overachievement tendencies, and overcoming self-doubt. We'll provide practical tips and strategies to help you implement batching effectively in your business and professional life.

Remember, if you want to get on the waitlist to be notified when my new book is published this year, send me an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the waitlist! 

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Episode Links:
 
Get your copy of Dr. Hartwell's new book, Cultivating Professional Success: Even When High Functioning Anxiety Drives You To The Edge at www.drlisahartwell.com

   Want to connect?

Follow me on Instagram: @drlisahartwellanxietyreslience 

Join my supportive community for ambitious professionals and business owners who struggle with overwhelm & high-functioning anxiety: https://www.facebook.com/drlisahartwell

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Welcome to our 23rd episode of the Anxiety Ease podcast show, The Path to Prosperity with Tash Corbin: Business Start-Ups, and the Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship.  I am thrilled to have Tash Corbin as our special guest. Tash is a generous, very human and thriving business strategist who specializes in lean start-up and launching. She's a passionate advocate for women in business, and in particular supports women to use their innate strengths as a competitive advantage. She specializes in teaching you how to grow your audience, nail your message, and scale your business as a Business Coach and Mentor for Heart-Centered entrepreneurs. 

I've known Tash ever since I joined her Facebook group about three or four years ago, and I must say, she's one of those amazing individuals over in Australia who is making a significant impact. It's incredible how we can all connect with each other in so many different ways, especially online. Personally, I have used Tash's programs in my own business, and they have truly helped me become more comfortable in the online space.

You see, one of my biggest challenges, especially with my high functioning anxiety, has been stepping out from behind closed doors and embracing the online world. Tash's programs have taught me a lot about being comfortable within myself so that I can connect with others online. I am incredibly grateful for the transformations I've experienced through her programs and the incredible connections I've made within her group.

Today, we have the opportunity to have a candid conversation and share stories. It's important to remember that while many of us may appear relaxed and effortlessly running our businesses, there are also many of us silently battling with high functioning anxiety. It's not that anxiety keeps us stuck—because that's not who we are. We're performers, we're doers, and we push through. However, internally, anxiety can take its toll, and that's something many of us have experienced.

So, let's dive into Tash's journey, both in her business and her personal life, and explore how these two aspects intersect and influence one another.

If you want to get on the waitlist to be notified when my new book is published this year, send me an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the waitlist! 

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Get your copy of Dr. Hartwell's new book, Cultivating Professional Success: Even When High Functioning Anxiety Drives You To The Edge at www.drlisahartwell.com

   Want to connect?

Follow me on Instagram: @drlisahartwellanxietyreslience 

Join my supportive community for ambitious professionals and business owners who struggle with overwhelm & high-functioning anxiety: https://www.facebook.com/drlisahartwell

 Intro/outro music:

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Welcome to our 22nd episode, Mastering the Mind: Strategies for Managing Overthinking with High-Functioning Anxiety as a Professional. We're going to tackle a common challenge faced by us humans with high functioning anxiety, which is overthinking. Let’s explore some practical strategies and techniques to help you manage overthinking and regain that control, allowing you to thrive in your professional life. Let’s have a chat about catastrophizing, analysis paralysis and mind reading and I have 3 tips for you to shift how you wire your brain in more productive ways when you feel anxious. 

Remember, if you want to get on the waitlist to be notified when my new book is published this year, send me an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the waitlist! 

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Episode Links:
 
Get your copy of Dr. Hartwell's new book, Cultivating Professional Success: Even When High Functioning Anxiety Drives You To The Edge at www.drlisahartwell.com

   Want to connect?

Follow me on Instagram: @drlisahartwellanxietyreslience 

Join my supportive community for ambitious professionals and business owners who struggle with overwhelm & high-functioning anxiety: https://www.facebook.com/drlisahartwell

 Intro/outro music:

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Welcome to our 21st episode where we will explore the irony of when our high functioning anxiety seems to kick in when GOOD things happen in our life! Many of us think high functioning anxiety only happens when we experience tough things. This year has started out with amazing opportunities and every month all this “goodness” has continued. My high functioning anxiety has come along for the ride. Listen in to hear the one easy step you can take to stop it in its tracks, so you can be present and truly enjoy when positive events happen in your life. Remember, your brain is there to protect you and it thinks ANYTHING new is a threat. We have to train it to be discerning when something is actually a good thing for our lives. 

Let’s encourage each other to continue to always grow and evolve.

Remember, if you want to get on the waitlist to be notified when my new book is published this year, send me an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the waitlist! 

Wishing you ease & grace,

Dr. Lisa Hartwell

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Anxiety Ease with Dr. Lisa Hartwell is a self-improvement podcast for ambitious professionals and business owners who struggle with high-functioning anxiety whenever they feel overwhelmed. Anxiety Ease is not about eliminating your high-functioning anxiety. It is about going on a self-discovery journey of illuminating the incredible human that is already there, and how high-functioning anxiety can shine the light on our growth. 

**Disclaimer: I am a licensed professional and this podcast is not providing therapy or medical treatment. Contents of the podcast are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  Always consult your health care provider with your health questions and concerns.

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Get your copy of Dr. Hartwell's new book, Cultivating Professional Success: Even When High Functioning Anxiety Drives You To The Edge at www.drlisahartwell.com

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Follow me on Instagram: @drlisahartwellanxietyreslience 

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Welcome to our 20th episode where we will explore the fascinating way in which one thought can lead to another and teach us a valuable lesson in the process. It's a journey of self-reflection and learning that we all can benefit from.  Our minds are incredibly powerful, and the way we think can impact our lives in ways we may not even realize. Sometimes, a single thought can trigger a cascade of other thoughts, which can lead to a profound realization or understanding of something we need to learn. In this episode, I share how a random observation led down a path of introspection about my journey with PCOS. It is fascinating to explore the science behind how our minds work and how we can use these moments to truly offer insights to help us harness the power of our thoughts to delve into the self-discovery. Get ready to be encouraged and learn how one thought can lead to another and teach us the lessons we need to grow and evolve.

Remember, if you want to get on the waitlist to be notified when my new book is published this year, send me an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the waitlist! 

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Episode Links:
 
Get your copy of Dr. Hartwell's new book, Cultivating Professional Success: Even When High Functioning Anxiety Drives You To The Edge at www.drlisahartwell.com

   Want to connect?

Follow me on Instagram: @drlisahartwellanxietyreslience 

Join my supportive community for ambitious professionals and business owners who struggle with overwhelm & high-functioning anxiety: https://www.facebook.com/drlisahartwell

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This is episode 019 of the Anxiety Ease podcast. Welcome to our podcast, where we discuss the importance of self-care and how it impacts our relationships with others. In this episode, we explore the idea that taking care of yourself is not selfish, but rather an essential part of caring for those around you. the practice of self-care is not just about superficial activities like taking a bubble bath or getting a massage. If we go deeper and have an understanding of how things are happening in the moment, we can contribute to our overall self-care. This includes developing emotional intelligence, being present and mindful, and actively engaging in self-reflection. By doing so, we can gain insight into our own needs and values, which can help us make more intentional choices about how we care for ourselves and others. Remember, self-care is not just about treating ourselves to a spa day; it's about creating a sustainable lifestyle that supports our overall well-being. Thank you for joining us today, and we hope this episode has given you some valuable insights into the importance of self-care as other care. Remember, if you want to get on the waitlist to be notified when my new book is published this year, send me an email to [email protected] and I’ll add you to the waitlist! 

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Episode Links:
 
Get your copy of Dr. Hartwell's new book, Cultivating Professional Success: Even When High Functioning Anxiety Drives You To The Edge at www.drlisahartwell.com

   Want to connect?

Follow me on Instagram: @drlisahartwellanxietyreslience 

Join my supportive community for ambitious professionals and business owners who struggle with overwhelm & high-functioning anxiety: https://www.facebook.com/drlisahartwell

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