Striving for success is respectable but when does ambition turn into burnout? This week on Shaping Freedom with Lisane Basquiat, Lisane welcomes Dr. Mary Anderson, a clinical psychologist with experience at Harvard Medical School and Boston University, and author of The Happy Achiever: Eight Essentials to Overcome Anxiety and Manage Stress.

In this vital and prescribed conversation, Dr. Anderson breaks down the psychology of high achievers, why they’re more prone to stress and anxiety, and how they can shift their mindset to enjoy the process—not just the end goal. Together, they explore practical strategies for maintaining balance, sustaining motivation, and redefining success in a way that nurtures both achievement and well-being. This is Shaping Freedom.